Low Income Housing Institute

The Low Income Housing Institute develops, owns and operates housing for the benefit of low-income, homeless and formerly homeless people in Washington state; advocates for just housing policies at the local and national levels; and administers a range of supportive service programs to assist those we serve in maintaining stable housing and increasing their self-sufficiency.

LIHI works to end homelessness in our community by addressing basic & immediate needs as well as root causes & long-term solutions. We:

• Develop and provide affordable housing to low income, homeless and formerly homeless people, including families across 65 buildings and
• Assist our residents with services that help maintain stable housing and prevent them from returning to
• Help homeless individuals and families remain healthy & employed: LIHI operates the Urban Rest Stop- an innovative hygiene center for those who may be experiencing homelessness. There are locations in the Downtown, Ballard, and University District neighborhoods of Seattle. As of 2018, the URS has served over 60,000 (unduplicated)
• Advocate for just housing policies and access to affordable housing at the local and national levels.