In a recent government meeting held on July 17th, representatives from the Denver Basic Income Project provided an update on their groundbreaking initiative aimed at addressing homelessness through guaranteed income. Mark Donovan, a key figure in the project, expressed gratitude to the city of Denver for its support, emphasizing the collaborative effort involved in the initiative.

The Denver Basic Income Project is recognized as the first and largest demonstration project in the United States focused on the effects of providing guaranteed income to individuals experiencing homelessness. Since its inception, the project has allocated nearly $9.8 million to over 800 individuals and families in need. This initiative is being evaluated through a randomized control trial in partnership with the University of Denver's Center for Housing and Homelessness Research, which began cash enrollments in October 2022.

Mariah Rodriguez, a participant in the program, recently shared her experiences at a national conference aimed at ending homelessness, highlighting the personal impact of the initiative. The meeting underscored the importance of continued support and collaboration in addressing the complex issue of homelessness in Denver.