Our Mission

The Massachusetts Housing & Shelter Alliance (MHSA) is a nonprofit, public policy advocacy organization dedicated to ending homelessness in Massachusetts. We collaborate with service providers, policymakers, funders and individuals across Massachusetts to transform the way the Commonwealth responds to homelessness and ensure all of our neighbors have a place to call home.

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How We Help

MHSA was created in 1988 by local community-based organizations seeking solutions to homelessness, with a particular focus on individuals experiencing homelessness. Today, we draw on the expertise of over 100 member agencies statewide to develop and advocate for innovative housing and support services for our most vulnerable neighbors.

Updates

MHSA Files Amicus Brief in Support of the MBTA Communities Law

News

MHSA, alongside Father Bill’s & MainSpring, Planning Office for Urban Affairs, and United Way of Massachusetts Bay, has filed an amicus curiae (“friend of the court”) brief in support of the Attorney General’s enforcement of the MBTA Communities Law. Massachusetts faces a housing and homelessness crisis directly driven by the low availability and high cost…

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MHSA Seeks Candidates for Director of Finance & Administration

Job Opportunities

The Massachusetts Housing & Shelter Alliance (MHSA) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Director of Finance & Administration. The Director of Administration & Finance is responsible for the planning and oversight of the organization’s administrative and financial operations, including IT administration, compliance, and budgeting. This position will work closely with the Chief Executive…

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