Meeting Clients Where They Are
A client uses our virtual terminal to meet directly with an Arizona MVD representative. No travel, no barriers, no costs to them - just access.
Access – Identity – Opportunity
Access to an ID shouldn’t be a barrier to ending someone’s homelessness
Help Starts Here
The Homeless ID Project, with offices in Phoenix and Tucson, is one of the only organizations in the U.S. dedicated to solving the unique challenges people face when trying to obtain identification while experiencing homelessness.
Through a partnership with the Arizona Motor Vehicle Division (MVD), clients can now visit our offices to receive replacement state-issued IDs.
Using an on-campus TeleMVD station – equipped with a virtual monitor, printer, scanner, and camera – clients can connect with MVD representatives to verify documents and complete their ID applications.
Once processed, IDs are mailed directly to the on-campus post office within 7–10 days, where clients can conveniently pick them up.
If it’s a first time Arizona ID, a birth certificate may be required. We are able to assist with that process as well.
To help prevent client loss, theft, or destruction of documents, we offer on-site secure document storage.
All of these valuable services are provided at no cost to our clients. Every document is fully funded through community donations and sponsorships, not government funding.
With your support, we can help rebuild lives — one ID at a time.
Client Success Stories
For thousands of people experiencing homelessness, the first step toward rebuilding their lives is something most of us take for granted: an ID. In this video, you’ll hear powerful stories from real people whose lives have been transformed, all beginning with a small but life-changing document.
Turn Your Taxes Into Hope
Did you know your donation to Homeless ID Project qualifies for the Arizona Charitable Tax Credit?
Watch the video below to learn more…
Every dollar you give helps someone take their 1st step out of homelessness with a valid ID. Through this Tax Credit, you can redirect up to $495 (single) or $987 (married) of your state taxes to the Homeless ID Project – at no net cost to you.
The Power of Partnership
When we provide an ID, we POWER an amazing network of HOPE.
It’s amazing how impactful meaningful partnerships can be to our community and those who are looking for support!
The Homeless ID Project proudly partners with 61 organizations across Arizona whose services depend on clients having valid identification. From shelters and job programs to healthcare providers, schools and housing agencies, our work gives their clients access to the documents needed to participate in life-changing services.
This video celebrates the incredible network of community partners, agencies, and supporters who come together every day to help people step out of homelessness.
Mission – Vision – Beliefs
Driven by Purpose
Our Mission: To empower individuals and families to overcome homelessness and rebuild their lives by providing access to replacement identification documents required to obtain jobs, housing, and other vital services.
Our Vision: To eliminate barriers to obtaining identification documents across America.
Our Core Values:
- We exist for our clients and our community.
- We believe every person matters and is worthy of respect.
- We strive to inspire by providing hope, dignity, and encouragement.
- We intend to be at the center of discussion about ending homelessness.
- We recognize and value the support of our community and pledge to be good stewards of that support.
- We are mindful of our place as partners and collaborators within a large community of providers, without whom our work would not be possible or effective.
- We believe that our work is the cornerstone, providing the opportunity to overcome homelessness and poverty.
Homeless ID Project in the News
NBC 12 News: Homeless ID Project helping to Rebuild Lives by providing replacement IDs at No Cost to those in need
ABC15: Sleep Out Campaign to raise awareness about lack of IDs for homeless
CBS 5: New partnership with MVD provides IDs to those experiencing homelessness
Help Really Does Start Here
No government funding. Just community. Your donation provides IDs and birth certificates to those in need so they may get a job, house, and access to essential services to exit homelessness.
It’s the difference between someone staying stuck or getting a 2nd chance. Donate today to help rebuild lives – one ID at a time!
