Join Nicole and Mielle's
Duffels of Dignity
BRINGING DIGNITY
TO THOSE IN NEED
Facts about Homelessness in LA
Some Important Facts:
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653,104 people (including 111,620 children) experienced homelessness in the United States in 2023, a record-high tally and a 12% increase over 2022
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California leads the nation in homeless population, and Los Angeles County had approximately 75,000 homeless individuals as of January 2023
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LA has the second-largest homeless population among all cities in the United States
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According to Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority, there was a 10% increase in homelessness within Los Angeles from 2020 to 2023
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From 2022 to 2023 alone, unsheltered homelessness in Los Angeles increased 14%
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OUR MISSION
Duffels of Dignity is about humanity, dignity, and empathy. D.o.D is about bringing a little comfort to the unfortunate, the downtrodden, the homeless of Los Angeles. Through our collective efforts, we will gather and distribute some basic necessities for those without a roof over their heads. We will also provide useful information about resources for the unhoused residents of Los Angeles. We intend to make a meaningful difference in the lives of homeless individuals in our community and foster hope and dignity, one bag at a time.
About Us
Our names are Nicole Soroudi and Mielle Bolour
As High School students at Milken Community School, we are concerned citizens who wish to bring a little comfort to the lives of the homeless in
our community. We are trying to make an impact on the most vulnerable residents in Los Angeles, and welcome all volunteers who want to participate in this worthy cause.
