The 2025 HELP STARTS HERE Annual Fundraising Breakfast brought together community members, partners, and supporters who share a common goal – ending homelessness in Arizona. Hosted by Homeless ID Project at the Arizona Country Club on October 3rd, the event reminded us that every new ID issued represents more than just a document – it’s a lifeline to opportunity, stability, and hope.
From heartfelt client stories to powerful partner testimonials, the morning was filled with inspiration. Together, we reflected on how far we’ve come and how much more work lies ahead to ensure that every person in Arizona has access to the identification they need to rebuild their lives.
Our Mission: Ending Homelessness One ID at a Time
Since 1988, Homeless ID Project has been committed to helping individuals and families overcome one of the most overlooked, yet obvious, barriers to stability: the lack of identification. Without an ID, accessing employment, housing, healthcare, and education is nearly impossible.
Our mission is simple but powerful – to empower people to end their homelessness by providing the critical first step of identification replacement services. Every document we provide brings someone one critical step closer to self-sufficiency and renewed dignity. This further proves the theme of our breakfast, HELP STARTS HERE.
Breakfast Highlights: Stories, Innovation, and Progress
This year’s event showcased incredible progress and the growing reach of Homeless ID Project:
- 💬 Client success stories that captured resilience and determination.
- 🤝 Partner voices sharing how our collaboration strengthens their work with vulnerable clients.
- 🚀 Program updates, including the launch of our MVD Virtual Kiosk in September 2024 and the debut of our MVD Mobile Unit in August 2025, expanding access to IDs across Arizona.
- 📈 A renewed commitment to serve 16,000 clients in 2025 as demand continues to rise.
The energy in the room was electric. Attendees left inspired, motivated, and united around the idea that HELP STARTS HERE, truly.
Your Support Creates Real Change
Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors, donors, and guests, the breakfast raised vital funds that will directly support thousands of Arizonans experiencing homelessness. Every $40 donation provides one ID, and every ID opens doors to employment, housing, and education.
But our work isn’t done. The need is growing, and your continued support makes a life-changing difference. Together, we can ensure that more people across Arizona have the opportunity to rebuild their lives with dignity.
💛 Didn’t make it to the event? You can still make an impact today.
HELP STARTS HERE
The 2025 HELP STARTS HERE Breakfast reminded us of the power of community and compassion. To everyone who attended, donated, or shared our mission, we offer a deep thank you. You are now a part of the solution.
Together, we’re proving that when Arizona comes together, HELP STARTS HERE.
