The 2026 Keys for the Homeless Conference: The State Of Homelessness

The 2026 Keys for the Homeless Conference: "The State Of Homelessness" will bring together experts and leaders in the fields of homeless services, housing, human and social services and funding to share insights about the state of homelessness on Long Island and across our region, state and nation.

Workshops will include best practices, snapshots of innovative and effective programs, funding opportunities for housing development, design models and community approaches to addressing homelessness.
Keynote speakers include Marcy Thompson, VP for Programs and Policy at the National Alliance to End Homelessness, and Emily Ball, Homeless Strategy Division Manager for the City of Asheville, NC.
This year's conference will start with a Legislative Breakfast, with invited guests including elected and government officials from local, state and federal governments. This is a great opportunity to learn more about important policies and how they affect our local communities, and for our elected leaders to hear about our priorities. It is also a great opportunity to network with others in the field.
Vendors can expect an audience to include registrants ranging from CEO's and Board presidents of non-profits, housing developers and representatives of government agencies, to direct care staff, policy developers, funders, representatives from the faith-based community, volunteers, students, university professors and persons who have experienced homelessness themselves.
We will present the Key of Excellence Award and the Leonard I. Saltzman Unsung Hero Award.