Richmond News
Richmond has received about $3.3 million towards helping homeless people in the city – with a focus on lowering stigma and food programs.
In the 2020 homeless count, 85 people were found to be without permanent shelter in Richmond. …
In a statement, Richmond Mayor Malcolm Brodie said vulnerable people have had “the most severe impacts” from the COVID-19 pandemic.
“This new funding will help address COVID-19-related health and safety risks for homeless residents, as well as advance several key initiatives outlined in our comprehensive Homelessness Action Plan,” Brodie added.