The time for solutions to family homelessness is NOW

March 30th   8:00am-5:00pm

2026 North Central Florida Summit on Family Homelessness

Join us in Gainesville for a full day of learning, collaboration, and action to strengthen solutions for families experiencing homelessness.


March 30, 2026

8:00am-5:00pm

Santa Fe College Charles L. Blount Center

530 W University Ave, Gainesville, FL 32601 - First Floor

Registration opens for Continuum of Care members on February 6 and to the general public on February 9.

About the Summit

Join us in person for a powerful, full-day summit focused on addressing family homelessness in North Central Florida. This convening brings together service providers, public sector leaders, educators, healthcare professionals, advocates, and community members who are committed to improving housing and health stability for families with children. Throughout the day, participants will engage in expert-led trainings, interactive strategy sessions, and action-oriented focus groups designed to explore real-world challenges and practical, evidence-based solutions.


Topics will center on prevention, coordinated systems of care, cross-sector collaboration, and strategies that support long-term stability for families facing housing insecurity—particularly those navigating medical, behavioral health, and economic barriers.


This summit is more than a learning opportunity—it’s a space to connect, collaborate, and co-create. Attendees will have the chance to share insights, elevate lived and professional experience, and contribute to actionable strategies that can be implemented across our region.


Whether you are new to this work or deeply embedded in the response to family homelessness, this event offers meaningful opportunities to learn, exchange ideas, and strengthen partnerships that move our community forward.


We invite you to join us in Gainesville on March 30th for an engaging and impactful day as we work together to build a stronger, more stable future for families.



Exhibition booths for organizations wishing to offer information and family-focused resources can be reserved through the registration system.

Agenda

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Check-in Registration and Networking Breakfast

9:00 AM - 9:30 AM

Welcome and Opening Remarks

9:40 AM - 10:25 AM

Best Practice Training Sessions

10:30 AM - 11:15 AM

Best Practice Training Sessions

11:20 AM - 12:00 PM

Best Practice Training Sessions

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Lunch Service

12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

Moderated Panel with Elected Leaders

1:15 PM - 2:15 PM

Strategy Focus Groups

2:25 PM - 3:25 PM

Strategy Focus Groups

3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Strategy Focus Groups

4:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Closing Speakers

Summit Partners

Project HAT

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • Is registration required to attend?

    Yes. There is limited capacity at this summit and all attendees must register in-advance and check-in at the summit.

  • Who should attend the summit?

    This convening is for service providers, public sector leaders, educators, healthcare professionals, advocates, public safety, and community members who are committed to improving housing stability for families with children.

  • Are meals included for no cost?

    Yes. A light breakfast spread will be available at 8:00am. Lunch will be available at 12:00pm.

  • What topics will be discussed?

    Best practice trainings on addressing the needs of families, panel discussions, interactive strategy sessions on innovative solutions, and action-oriented focus groups on improving the response to families in need.