And the Survey Says...

Today I collected 100 surveys from residents of the Minneapolis tent city. THIS is what is made possible by the contributions to this project's GoFundMe campaign.

For $3 compensation, residents shared how they came to be at this camp, whether they are working, if they struggle with chemical dependence, and what their hopes for the future are.

Observers often ask such questions about those without shelter. Without answers to these questions, we fall back on our stereotype of a "homeless person". Data like this helps understand this issue--and so, helps assess how to best address the issue.

Thank you to those who've supported this documentary project--through your donations and also through your encouraging words. I can say that by now I'm greeted by many welcoming faces when I go to the tent city. Residents there know this project seeks to help. As one man recently said to me, "Having others listen means more than anything."

Contributions allow me to continue listening and learning about homelessness. Please share and consider a contribution.