The Point-in-Time (PIT) count is a semi-annual survey which seeks to gather a “snapshot” of homelessness in every community on a single night. During the PIT count, volunteers canvass south Wood County to record the number of people experiencing homelessness locally, and offer resources as available.
The PIT count will begin at 11:00pm on Wednesday, July 24th, and wrap up in the early hours of Thursday, July 25th. Volunteers will meet at North Central Community Action Program’s office, located at 2111 8th Street South in Wisconsin Rapids, at 10:30pm for a brief training orientation before the event begins. No prior experience or training is needed.
Community members interested in volunteering for the PIT count can contact Ben Eberlein at United Way by calling 715-421-0390 or emailing ben@uwswac.org.
About United Way of South Wood & Adams Counties’ Volunteer Center
The Volunteer Center makes it easy to find volunteer opportunities that match your availability, skills, and interests at www.volunteerwisconsin.org! Help with individual events & initiatives such as Day of Caring, Stuff the School Bus, Homeless Point in Time (PIT) Count, and the Volunteer Reception Center – or find everyday opportunities to make a difference with our network of local agencies.
The Volunteer Center is a program of United Way of South Wood & Adams Counties. Its goal is to mobilize and inspire people to utilize their talents to enhance our community.