Could a monthly cash gift end homelessness for families with babies?
NCT ID NCT06323967
First seen Aug 11, 2026 · Last updated Aug 12, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether giving families in New York City homeless shelters $1,500 per month for two years, plus optional peer support, helps them leave shelter sooner and improves family well-being. It compares them to families receiving a small $50 monthly payment or usual shelter care. The goal is to see if trusting families to spend money as they see fit can reduce homelessness and support young children.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Large unconditional cash transfers ($1,500 per month) plus voluntary peer support
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could point toward a simple, respectful way to help homeless families with babies exit shelters faster and improve their well-being.
- What could go wrong
- This is a single study in one city, and results may not apply elsewhere. Cash alone may not solve deeper issues like housing availability or mental health, and peer support is optional.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Win NYC Shelter System
New York, New York, 10004, United States
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