This collection of homeless projects are either campaigns directly aimed to help impoverished people or raise awareness about their situation. Homelessness is an important cause that affects many people in Western society. As the end of summer approaches and colder weather draws near, it's important to think of people who live on the street and what steps can be taken to provide them shelter and warmth throughout the winter months.
Many trends focus around photography or advertising that center around showing the humanity and solemnity of their lives in an effort to evoke empathy and a change in perspective. Other innovations help the homeless either indirectly or in a more obvious way. Homeless projects include various portable shelters as well as charitable endeavors to help the poor help themselves. This includes attractive signage and pie drives.
47 Homelessness-Focused Innovations
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Mobile Homeless Homes
The Paul Elkins Shelter is Almost Too Cozy Looking
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Transportable Homeless Shelters
The Urban Rough Sleeper Backpack Helps Support the Homeless
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Graphic Humanitarian Homeless Signs
These Painted Homeless Signs Attract Attention
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Gritty Homeless Photography
Lee Jeffries Captures the Dramatic Reality of Aging
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Cardboard Origami Shelters
The Tine Hovsepian 'Cardborigami' Unfolds for the Homeless
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Humanizing Street Shoots
Alex Welsh Exposes the Struggles of the Impoverished
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Guerilla Socialvertising
The Alex Seo Crisis Campaign Creates Awareness Through Startling Imagery
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Vagabond Lifestyle Photography
A Period of Juvenile Prosperity by Mike Brodie is Raw and Powerful
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Multipurpose Portable Shelters
The Famiglia Grande Helps Families on Their Road to Recovery
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Sinking Street Ads
The SAMU Social Campaign Brings Awareness to Homelessness
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Homeless Sleeping Pods
The Urban Catepillar by Abby Brazier Shelters the Less Fortunate
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Homeless Sign Photo Exhibits
The Starving Artists Project Brings Attention to Cardboard Creativity
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DIY Mini Residences
Live Affordably Without Waste in the World’s Smallest House
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Incisive Homeless Portraits
Oak Thitayarak's 'Walk On By' Series is Poignantly Real
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Simple Pop-Up Shelters
Atelier OPA Creates Simple Cardboard Havens That Takes Seconds to Make
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Poverty-Focused Graffiti
Michael Aaron Williams Comments on the Global Homeless Epidemic
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Tents on Wheels
Journeyman Mobile Shelter Bicycle Trailers Offer Tow-Behind Shelter
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Hyperreal Homeless Renderings
Denis Peterson Captures the Harsh Reality of the American Dream
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Homeless-Care iPhone Apps
The iHobo App Gives You a New Perspective on Street-Living
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Versatile Homeless Shelters
Veronika Scott Creates a Wearable Shelter for Those Who Need it Most
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Urban Street Accommodations
The Faktum Hotels Allows Guests to Sleep Like a Homeless Person
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Cardboard-Constructed Shelter Homes
The Leo Burnett Raising The Roof Campaign: The Street House
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Holiday Waste-Reducing Infographics
Make Your 2012 Thanksgiving Dinner a Greener One This Year
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Homeless Wild Animals
Born Free USA Print Campaign Shines a Light on Destitute Animals
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Stony Prison Shoots
The Dungeon Series Sheds Light on Buhinjuza's Detention Centers
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Cautious Budgeting Campaigns
The Children’s Defense Fund Ads Help Kids' Futures
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Solar Cube Refuges
This Temporary Housing Unit Becomes a Home to Victims of Damaged Property
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Cheerless Camo Ads
The Homeless Veterans Project Campaign Helps Returned Soldiers
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Haunting Homeless Advertisements
The People of the Streets Foundation Raise Homeless Awareness
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Heartfelt Personalized Art Kits
'Chloe's Magic Box' by Samia Kallidis Gives Hope to Homeless Kids
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Charitable Pastry Initiatives
The Pie Drive Aims to Raise Money for a Good Holiday Cause
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Homeless-Inspired Fashion
Constance Jablonski is All Layers for Vogue Nippon July 2010
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Concrete Comforter Ads
The Samu Social 2012 Campaign Brings Awareness to Homeless Abuse
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Hidden Homeless Captures
The Soham Gupta 'People of the Bridge' Series Visits Dark Railroads
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Foreign Homeless Photomentaries
Christian Burkert Captures Homelessness in an Immaculate Culture
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Homeless Flower Woman Editorials
The Scandinavia S/S/A/W 2013 Photoshoot Stars Codie Young
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Street-Smart Campaigns
The Homeless Banner Campaign by Garbergs Brings Shelter to Those in Need
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Challenge-Based Charity Sites
'Do Whatever It Takes' Site Has People Doing Anything for Pledges
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Typographic Homeless Ads
The Salvation Army 2012 Campaign Shows What the Unhoused Truly Lack
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Street Kid Barista Schools
Homeless Youth Get a Shot at Coffee-Making Jobs
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Celebratory Philanthropy Videos
The Homeless Woman Birthday Surprise Party is the Best Gift
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Surprisingly Charitable Magic Tricks
This Money Magic Trick Gives the Homeless $100 Instead of $1
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Neglected People Portraits
Nuno Renato Emphasizes Societal Rejection by Creating Human Voids
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Homeless Errand Services
Task Turtle Lets the Homeless and Elderly Claim Odd Jobs
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Homeless Hotel Bookings
Faktum Newspaper Created an Interactive Social Campaign to Raise Awareness
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Cold Cinema Campaigns
This Homeless Awareness Campaign Made the Theaters Chilly
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Abandoned Animal Photography
Kai Fagerstrom Photographs Abandoned Animals in Decrepit Houses
Weather-Resistant Mini Homes
The Leaf House Sits on Four Wheels and Can Fit a Family of Four
Socialite Folklike Fashion
The Qvest Magazine 'Ruski Rustikal' Stars a Rustic Chic Georgiana Sarev
Transportable Homeless Shelters
The Urban Rough Sleeper Backpack Helps Support the Homeless
Moody Summer Fashion
The Fashion Gone Rogue 'Shades of Midnight' Editorial Stars Li Wei
Animalistic Shadowed Photography
Francis Giacobetti Plays with Negative and Positive Light
Small Prefab Shelters
The Mini House 2.0 by Jonas Wagell is Compactly Contemporary
Shadowed Wartorn Photography
Photographer Eros Hoagland Goes into the Dark to Show True War
Boxed Bedding Hotels
Arch Group Presents a Hotel Made from Modular Sleeping Rooms
Monochromatic Hobo Captures
The Photographic Portraits by Leff Jeffries are Powerful
Character-Copying Children Ads
The Praia de Belas Shopping Campaign Promotes Newly Opened Theater
Graphic Humanitarian Homeless Signs
These Painted Homeless Signs Attract Attention
House-Like Lodgings
The Wiesergut Hotel is at Once Luxurious and Homey
Adventurous Auto Propaganda Ads
The Land Rover Defender 2012 Campaign is Manly
Solitary Tundra Residences
The Reykjavik House is a Cozy Retreat Amid an Icy Landscape
Watercolor Makeup Ads
The L’Officiel III Beauty Salon Campaign Showcases Streaking Mascara
Cyber Street Style Fashions
Maria Ke Fisherman Features Cyber Punk Fashions Reminiscent of the 90s
Stacked Money Typography
The ‘Yeah, That Kind of Rich’ Ad Campaign Embodies a Lucrativ
Forest Goddess Editorials
The Huntress by Charley Greenfield Stars an Enchanting Rylee Breen Maver
Homeless Helping Boxes
London-Based Charity DePaul UK Designs Cardboard Boxes to Help the Homeless
Royal Embassy Accommodations
The Das Stue Hotel is Full of Sophisticated Grandeur
Social Media Danger Ads
The Facebook by TBWA Campaign Cautions About Online Interactions
Edgy Androgynous Editorials
Marie Claire South Africa 'Strong Suit' Stars a Dapper Aluad Deng Anei
Politically Charged Photography
Photographer Monica Denevan Captures Everyday Life in Burma
Chic Charitable Stuffed Animals
The Vogue Pudsey Bear Donates Funds to Children in Need
Juxtaposed Masked Photography
The 'Vestiges' Series Combines Models with Mask Photos
Deathly Emoticon Ads
The Brake Don't Text and Drive Campaign Sends a Morbid Message
Endearingly Praiseful Portraits
Hrefna Sigurdardottir Captures Beautiful Scenes With Tactful Grace
Edgy Folk Fashion
The Photoshoot by Danil Golovkin for Instyle Magazine is Urban and Elegant
Premature Attendance Ads
The Durex Coming Early? Campaign is Hilariously Clever
Abstract Industrial Hotels
The Hotel Viura By Designhouses is a Cubist Dream
Food Sculpture Charity Projects
San Francisco Canstruction Helps Hungry People in Need
Common Curiosity Campaigns
The Arizona Science Center Advertisements Ask Everyday Questions
Neon-Colored Eyeshadow Editorials
The Cosmogirl Netherlands Beauty Editorial Focuses on Vibrancy
Mobile House Kit
The Zero Pod Provides Portable Shelter in Many Different Environments
Baroque Mugshot Photography
The Samy Sfoggia Imitations of Vintage Past Has a Beautiful Edge to It
Fiercely Retro Fashion
The Vogue Latin America June 2013 Photoshoot Stars Mirte Maas
Epic Nature Photography
Earth, Wind and Fire by Francesco Vezzola Appears to Capture Elysian
Sporty Tribal Fashion
The Vogue Japan 'Waves in Motion' Editorial Stars Magdalena Langrova
Sensual Needle Ads
The Nirlife Oneuse Disposable Syringes Campaign Shows Another Cause of HIV
Comic-Inspired Zit Ads
The Clearasil Tough on Pimples Campaign is Youthful and Nostalgic
Socially Conscious Timepieces
The Purchase of a 1:Face Watch Brings Awareness to Global Issues
Femininely Clownish Fashions
The ELLE Bulgaria June 2013 Editorial is Pretty in Pink
Hi-Tech Interactive Hotels
The ITH Room Xperience by Serrano Brothers is Futuristically Creative
Magician Trick Knife Sets
The Magic Knife Box Stand by Mikko Senna Imitates a Classic Sword Trick
Submerged Sea Houses
Urban Reef by Jason deCaires Taylor Hopes to Become Alternate Fish Habitats
Homeless Sign Photo Exhibits
The Starving Artists Project Brings Attention to Cardboard Creativity
Inky Music Icon Ads
The DCS Audiophile Equipment Campaign Urges People to 'Save the Music'
Office Supply Addiction Ads
The Staples A Workaholic's Weakness Campaign Portrays an Obsession
Deep-Fried Holiday Dishes
Pair Your Deep Fried Turkey with These Divine Fried Sides
Urban Quay Cabins
The Sealight Pavilion Project Draws People to Appreciate a Neglected Precinct
One-Shot Photo Ads
The MWEB Cloud Storage Campaign Ensures People Don't Have to Pose Again
Aerial Cityscape Photography
Navid Baraty Photography Explores New York City From Above
Eerie Blurred Photography
Nicolas Janowski was Inspired by the Amazon for this Stunning Series
Custom Charity Bamboo Sunglasses
SOLO Eyewear x Raw Artists Shades are Philanthropically Stylish
Stigma-Reducing Photography
The Jan Banning 'Down and Out' Book Features Faces of the Homeless
Faux Snowboard Ads
The Cerro Castor Ski Resort Campaign is Passionately Silly
Luminescent Horseshoe Hotels
The Sheraton Huzhou Hot Spring Resort Puts on a Light Show
Night Eyes Auto Ads
The Land Rover Defender Campaign Likens the Vehicle to an Animal
Squarish Hotel Accommodations
The Cube Room by Fabian Gatermann is Geometrically Interactive
Adorable Heartache Ads
The Bonjela Teething Gel Campaign Focuses on Childhood Woes
Chastising City Campaigns
The Las Vegas Know the Code Ad Sticks Up for Prince Harry's Actions
Fashion Writer-Inspired Editorials
Creem 'A Tribute to Diana Vreeland' Stars Ryan Christine
Natural Disaster Audio Ads
The Big Foote Music & Sound Campaign Promotes "Real Sound"
Inclined Forest Refuges
The 'Les Seves' Tent Was Designed to Take a Load Off Your Back
Biblical Script Ads
The Sao Paolo Jewish Film Festival Campaign is a Play on Religion
Regal Jewelry Ads
The Tiffany & Co. Spring 2013 Campaign Adopts an Old Hollywood Glamor
Creepy Dual-Smoker Ads
The HCG Cancer Care Campaign Asks Adults to 'Put Out the Fire'
Disturbingly Disadvantaged Portraits
The Pierre Gonnord Photography Captures Outsiders
Durable Disaster Capsules
The Tsunami Survival Pod Can Provide Life-Saving Protection
Naughty Bra Innuendo Ads
Lingerie Retailer True & Co. Are You A MILF? Campaign Celebrates Moms
Dehumanizing Zoo Exhibitions
The 'Human ZOO' Displays People from Fringe Groups Like Animals
Cardboard-Constructed Shelter Homes
The Leo Burnett Raising The Roof Campaign: The Street House
Abstract Architecture Art
Mattia Mognetti's Photography Distorts and Manipulates Buildings
Crowdsourced Pizza Cars
Domino's Ultimate Delivery Vehicle Contest Asks for Consumer Help
Turkey Roasting Infographics
This Guide to Cooking a Turkey Will Make Your Festive Feast in a Snap
Deflated Television Ads
The Toshiba LED Campaign Shows Less Body Means Less Fun
Culture-Infused Toy Exhibitions
Gabriele Galimberti's Work Exhibits Cultural Differences
Saintly Destitute Portraits
The Pablo Garcia Desideratum Series Glorifies the Homeless
Prison-Converted Accommodations
The Arrest Hotel by Hunter Douglas is Minimalist and Modern
Floating Ballerina Photography
Vanessa Paxton's Snapshots Depict Dancers in Mid-Air
Smelly Celeb Shirt Ads
The Q-all Clothes Odor Kill Spray Campaign Makes Worshipping a Breeze
Cautious Budgeting Campaigns
The Children’s Defense Fund Ads Help Kids' Futures
Surprising Salmon Water Ads
This Exito Water Campaign Demonstrates How Fresh Its Product Can Be
Neglected Hoop Photography
Adrian Skenderovic Captures Abandoned Basketball Courts in the Jungle
Glossy Mag Mane Ads
The Estetica Magazine Campaign Promotes a Hair Designer's Tool
Feuding Family Campaigns
The Sprint Meeting Commercial Shows the Downside of Sharing
Gigantic Ice Inns
The Hotel De Glace is Made of Frozen Water Blocks
Holiday Mannerism Charts
Avoid Humiliation Over the Holiday with Some Thanksgiving Etiquette Tips
Humanoid Rock Photography
Lucas Zanotti has Created a Humorous Series by Using Eyes on Rocks
Viral Moonwalking Pony Ads
Uk Telecom Three's Viral Video of a Pony Moonwalking Will Make Your Day
Dare-Based Fundraising
CharityKick Produces the Most Daring Charity Fundraising Ideas
Pop-Up Paper Refuges
The Origami Shelter Provides Easy Emergency Protection for the Elements
Knotted Home Ads
The ATSS Burglar Alarm System Campaign is All Twists and Turns
Sun-Responsive Roofs
The Casa em Movimento Moves East to West For Optimal Energy Harnessing
Deconstructed Toy Appliance Ads
This 'Toaster' Ad for LEGO Technic Encourages Child Creativity
Indestructible Flask Campaigns
The Unbreakable Macallan Gets Put to the Sports Car Test
Western Noir Liquor Commercials
Bulleit Bourbon 'It's a Long Story' Film Tells a Dark Tale
Daily-Life Music Duo Photography
The 'Daft Punk Doing Everyday Things' Series Humanizes the Team
Holiday Travel Tip Stats
The Thanksgiving Travel Infographic Breaks Down Routes This Long Weekend
Ghostly Silhouette Photography
The Ethereal Photography of Andrew Lyman is Both Surreal and Spooky
Bitten Blow Up Doll Ads
The True Blood Campaign is Appropriately Provocative
Blurred Landmark Auto Ads
The Renault Master Camping Car Campaign Likens It to a Must-See Sight
Bubbly Landmark Ads
The Paris Champagne Festival Campaign Turns Glasses into Notable Sights
Poverty-Fighting Purses
The Sass & Bide ITC Project Promotes Ethnical Fashion and Social Good
Homeless Flower Woman Editorials
The Scandinavia S/S/A/W 2013 Photoshoot Stars Codie Young
Vast Backyard Campervan Ads
The Volkswagen California Campaign Gives People the World
Holiday Meal Infographics
The How Many Calories are in a Thanksgiving Dinner Graph Tells All
Thoughtful Disaster-Warning Ads
The FEMA/Ad Counceil 'The Day Before' Spot is Emotional
Charitable Holiday Apps
The Apple Donation Box App Donates the Price of Unwanted Apps to Charity
Literal Transport Stops
The Taxi! Station by DesignNobis Spells Out Where You Should Stand
Disheveled Raincoat Advertisements
Stutterheim Raincoats Launches Bearded Series for Promotion
Moment-Trumping Athletic Ads
The Ole Sport News Campaign Depicts the Convenience of This Platform
Interactive Mayoral Campaigns
The Let's All Be Mayor Campaign Gets Gamers to Vote on SimCity Fates
Charitable Diamond Bracelets
Profits From the Harry Winston Hope Bracelet Goes to Charities
Fish Irony Commercials
Bundaberg Red 'The Catfish' Spot Demonstrates How Life is Rough
Sensual Non-Profit Websites
The Charitable Come4 Project Helps Dispel Hypocrisy with Ethics
Unforgettable Padlock Ads
The Coimbra Color Lock Campaign Illustrates Why Vibrant Hues are Helpful
Contract-Magnifying Eyewear Ads
The Visionlab Prescription Glasses Campaign Hones in on Fine Print
Non-Profit Supporting Bistros
Central City Coffee is a Social Enterprise Cafe in Portland
Unusual Festive Spending Stats
The Hidden Cost of Thanksgiving Points Out Numbers Few Considered
Do-Good Sports Equipment
The Ludo Soccer Ball by Uncharted Play Raises Money for Charity
Bunny Mug Toppers
The Magic Hat Mug by GAMAGO References the Iconic Magicians Trick
Complimentary Communicating Dispensers
Kenneth the Talking Vending Machine Gives Out Free Coffee
Eccentric Celebrity Endorsements
Tilda Swinton Becomes the New Face of Chanel
Surprisingly Charitable Magic Tricks
This Money Magic Trick Gives the Homeless $100 Instead of $1
Local Textile Campaigns
The Love ZA Buy ZA Film Draws Attention to Native Designers
Neglected People Portraits
Nuno Renato Emphasizes Societal Rejection by Creating Human Voids
Homeless Hotel Bookings
Faktum Newspaper Created an Interactive Social Campaign to Raise Awareness
Quirky Charitable Celeb Films
Watch Videos From 'Malarious' By Donating to Malaria No More
Retro Illusionary Portraiture
These Photo Compositions by Carol Golemboski Exude a Mystical Air
Paw-Friendly Networking Sites
'MySocialPetwork' Gives Your Pet a Chance to Connect with Others