What All Chicago does

All Chicago Making Homelessness History is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1973 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. It serves as the HUD-designated Collaborative Applicant, Coordinated Entry System (CES) Lead Agency, and Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) Lead Agency for the Chicago Continuum of Care. The organization coordinates Chicago's system-level response to homelessness across more than 100 partner agencies, government entities, and individuals with lived experience, operating four signature programmatic areas: emergency financial assistance, community partnerships, data analytics, and training and research.

The organization's core technology platform is HMIS, operated on WellSky ServicePoint and containing data on 400,000+ unduplicated client records with 1,200+ active database users, making it the central longitudinal dataset on Chicago's homeless population. The Coordinated Entry System standardizes housing assessments and referrals across access points including 211 Metro Chicago, the 3-1-1 call center, and DFSS Community Service Centers. Chicago Rents, launched in October 2020, is a landlord engagement program that connects property partners with tenants through multiple housing subsidy streams including the Emergency Housing Voucher program (in partnership with the Chicago Housing Authority), the Expedited Housing Initiative, and Rapid Rehousing; the program has facilitated over $75 million in rent payments and distributed over $4 million in landlord incentives. Supporting technology includes PropertyInspect for virtual unit inspections, AvidXchange for rent payment processing, and Blackbaud for donation transactions.

All Chicago's revenue model is a hybrid of federal government grants (HUD CoC Program funding administered as Collaborative Applicant), individual and corporate donations (one-time gifts, monthly recurring gifts via the Monthly Donor Circle, planned giving, securities, and Associate Board fundraising events), and tiered CoC membership dues ranging from free for government entities and individuals to $500 annually for organizations with revenue above $3 million. Services to individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness are provided free of charge, with the organization serving four primary constituencies: people experiencing or at risk of homelessness, property partners and landlords, partner agencies and service providers, and government agencies including HUD, the Chicago Housing Authority, and the Chicago Department of Family and Support Services.

Name

All Chicago

Legal name

All Chicago Making Homelessness History

Website

https://allchicago.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1973

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

All Chicago is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving as the HUD-designated Collaborative Applicant, Coordinated Entry System Lead Agency, and HMIS Lead Agency for the Chicago Continuum of Care, coordinating emergency financial assistance, data analytics on 400,000+ client records, and the Chicago Rents landlord engagement program across 100+ partner agencies.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Homeless Services Coordination

NAICS

Community Housing Services (62422), Emergency and Other Relief Services (624230)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Housing Assistance & Homeless Services (BPAGAEAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Homelessness Prevention, Shelter & Supportive Housing Services (BPAIANAC)

Keywords

• Homeless services coordination
• Housing assistance programs
• Continuum of care
• Emergency financial assistance
• Homelessness prevention

Headquarters

HQ city

Chicago

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Fundraising: All Chicago generates revenue through donations from individuals, including one-time donations, monthly recurring gifts through the Monthly Donor Circle, and planned giving options. The organization also accepts donations of appreciated securities and maintains an Associate Board that conducts fundraising events.
2. Government Grants and CoC Program Administration: As the Collaborative Applicant for the Chicago Continuum of Care, All Chicago administers annual HUD CoC Program funding for the city. The organization receives federal funding to operate HMIS, CES, and other homeless services programs.
3. CoC Membership Dues: The Chicago Continuum of Care charges membership dues based on organization type and annual operating budget, ranging from free for government entities and individuals to $500 for organizations with annual revenue over $3 million.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

All Chicago operates as the designated Lead Agency for Chicago's homeless response system, administering the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) and Coordinated Entry System (CES). The organization provides emergency financial assistance to individuals and families at risk of homelessness and operates Chicago Rents, a program connecting landlords to tenants through housing subsidy programs including Emergency Housing Vouchers, Expedited Housing Initiative, and Rapid Rehousing. As Collaborative Applicant for the Chicago Continuum of Care, it coordinates 100+ partner organizations to prevent and end homelessness in Chicago.

Product overview

All Chicago operates as a coordinated homeless services ecosystem with four signature approaches: Emergency Financial Assistance, Community Partnerships (through the Continuum of Care), Data Analytics (HMIS), and Training & Research. The organization offers Chicago Rents as its primary housing program, connecting landlords to tenants through multiple subsidy programs including the Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) program, Expedited Housing Initiative (EHI), and Rapid Rehousing programs. The Coordinated Entry System (CES) provides standardized housing assessments, while the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) collects and analyzes data across 400,000+ unduplicated client records from 1,200+ database users. The Technical Assistance Resource Library supports partner agencies with best practices and compliance documentation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Chicago Rents A housing subsidy program that connects landlords to tenants through multiple housing assistance programs including Rapid Rehousing, CoC Housing Identification, and Emergency Housing Vouchers. Offers property partners guaranteed rent payments, filled vacancies, and individualized support. Has facilitated over $75 million in total rent payments since inception.
• Coordinated Entry System (CES) A standardized housing assessment system operated by All Chicago as the Lead Agency that connects people experiencing homelessness in Chicago to housing opportunities. Assesses household needs and follows a prioritization plan to refer youth, individuals, and families to appropriate housing programs. Phone access through 211 Metro Chicago and physical access points across the city.
• Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) A database operated by All Chicago as the Lead Agency designated by the Chicago Continuum of Care that collects and organizes data on people experiencing homelessness and the housing and homeless services they receive. Managed in compliance with the HEARTH Act. Tracks 400,000+ unduplicated client records and supports 1,200+ database users with training and help desk support.
• Emergency Financial Assistance Flexible financial support program providing critical assistance for rent and mortgage payments, security deposits, utility bills, and other emergency housing costs to individuals and families at risk of homelessness in Chicago. Accessed through the 3-1-1 Homelessness Prevention Call Center, DFSS Community Service Centers, and partner agency referrals. Provided free of charge.
• Technical Assistance Resource Library An online library of technical assistance resources for agencies within the Chicago Continuum of Care, covering best practices, policies, standards, and regulations including case management, fair housing, grants administration, and housing quality standards.
• Chicago Continuum of Care (CoC) A membership organization of over 100 organizations and individuals working in partnership to prevent and end homelessness in the City of Chicago. All Chicago serves as the Collaborative Applicant, CES Lead Agency, and HMIS Lead Agency for the CoC. Provides regional planning, training, committee engagement, strategic collaboration, voting rights, and legislative advocacy to members.
• Emergency Housing Voucher (EHV) Program A long-term housing voucher program operated in partnership with the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) that provides subsidies expiring September 30, 2030. Offers financial incentives to property partners and case management support to participating tenants.
• Expedited Housing Initiative (EHI) A rental subsidy program that combines rental assistance with case management services, guaranteeing 100% of rent for a 12-month lease. Includes dedicated case managers supporting tenants in attaining long-term housing stability.
• CoC Housing Identification (CHI) Program A program connecting property partners with various housing subsidy programs that assist with case management, rental payments, and ongoing support for tenants experiencing homelessness.
• Rapid Rehousing Programs Short-term housing support programs providing tenant case management, landlord risk mitigation funds, and rental payments to quickly rehouse homeless individuals and families.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over $75 million in total rent payments facilitated through Chicago Rents since October 2020
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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App detail

Integration4 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Chicago Housing Authority (CHA)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerChicago Rents partners with the Chicago Housing Authority to connect property partners with tenants holding housing vouchers. CHA provides long-term subsidies and makes timely rent payments through direct deposit. The partnership enables programs like Emergency Housing Vouchers (EHV) similar to the Housing Choice Voucher program.
• 211 Metro ChicagocoreStrategic or Co-development Partner211 Metro Chicago operates the Phone Access Point for the Coordinated Entry System, providing centralized phone-based access for people experiencing homelessness to housing assessments and services.
• Center for Changing LivescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner agency providing emergency financial assistance and housing support services as part of All Chicago's network of homeless prevention providers.
• Franciscan OutreachcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner agency providing emergency financial assistance and housing support services as part of All Chicago's network of homeless prevention providers.
• Law Center for Better HousingcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner agency providing emergency financial assistance and housing support services as part of All Chicago's network of homeless prevention providers.
• Neighborhood Housing ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner agency providing emergency financial assistance and housing support services as part of All Chicago's network of homeless prevention providers.
• Phoenix FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner agency providing emergency financial assistance and housing support services as part of All Chicago's network of homeless prevention providers. Also serves as CoC Board Chair organization.
• Primo CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner agency providing emergency financial assistance and housing support services as part of All Chicago's network of homeless prevention providers.
• Street SamaritanscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner agency providing emergency financial assistance and housing support services as part of All Chicago's network of homeless prevention providers.
• Chicago Continuum of Care (CoC)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAll Chicago serves as the Collaborative Applicant, CES Lead Agency, and HMIS Lead Agency for the Chicago CoC. The CoC is a membership organization of 100+ organizations working to prevent and end homelessness.
• U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHUD mandates the use of HMIS and requires CoC Program coordination. All Chicago operates as the designated Lead Agency to comply with HEARTH Act requirements and administers annual CoC Program funding.
• Chicago Dept. of Family and Support Services (DFSS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDFSS operates community service centers across Chicago providing initial assessments for shelter, food, clothing, domestic violence assistance, job training, and financial assistance programs. DFSS Commissioner serves on CoC Board Executive Committee.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• National Alliance to End Homelessness: Leading national policy and advocacy organization on homelessness, providing research, federal funding guidance, and best-practice frameworks to Continuum of Care programs. Comparable to All Chicago's CoC leadership, data, and training function at a national scale.
• National Low Income Housing Coalition (NLIHC): National advocacy organization dedicated to achieving socially just public policy that ensures people with the lowest incomes have affordable and decent homes. Comparable to All Chicago's policy, data, and federal funding coordination work on affordable housing.
• Enterprise Community Partners: National nonprofit that invests in affordable housing, community development, and equitable growth through financing, programs, and policy. Comparable to All Chicago in affordable housing mission, public-private partnerships, and systems-level coordination.

Direct peers

• Mercy Housing: National nonprofit affordable housing developer and operator serving low-income individuals and families, including those experiencing homelessness. Comparable in mission, affordable housing operations, and partnership with Continuum of Care systems.
• Heartland Alliance: Chicago-headquartered anti-poverty and human services nonprofit that provides housing, health, and economic opportunity services. Directly comparable as a Chicago-based nonprofit addressing homelessness, supportive housing, and community stability.
• Corporation for Supportive Housing (CSH): National nonprofit that advances supportive housing for people experiencing homelessness through financing, technical assistance, and policy. Comparable to All Chicago in mission, supportive housing focus, and system-level coordination work across CoCs.
• Community Solutions: National nonprofit known for the Built for Zero initiative that helps cities and CoCs measurably reduce homelessness using data-driven methodology. Comparable to All Chicago in CoC system leadership, data-driven homelessness reduction, and continuous improvement methodology.
• Chicago Coalition for the Homeless: Chicago-based nonprofit that advocates for and serves people experiencing homelessness through organizing, education, direct services, and policy work. Directly comparable as a Chicago-focused homeless services and advocacy peer.

Regional players

• Housing Action Illinois: Statewide Illinois coalition that advocates for affordable housing and homelessness solutions, providing training, policy, and resources to members. Comparable to All Chicago in CoC coordination, training, and policy advocacy at a state level.

Others

• WellSky (HMIS vendor): Technology provider of the WellSky ServicePoint HMIS platform used by All Chicago to manage its 400,000+ client records. Comparable as the underlying technology partner in the homeless services data ecosystem All Chicago operates.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

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