Open Invitation to Apply for CoC Membership
Membership in the Jackson / West Tennessee Continuum of Care is open to everyone, at no cost.
Everyone Is Invited to Join
The Jackson/West Tennessee Continuum of Care (CoC) welcomes all individuals and organizations committed to ending homelessness in our region. Membership is open, unlimited and free — any person or organization may join if they are committed to working collaboratively to end homelessness in our community.
We especially encourage participation from those with lived experience of homelessness, and we offer modest resources to help support their involvement.
Join Our CoC
The Jackson/West Tennessee CoC is dedicated to streamlining and strengthening the current delivery system through greater collaborative planning, partnership, and program execution.
The CoC is made up of government entities, elected officials, non-profit organizations, financial institutions, businesses, churches, healthcare providers, homeless and formerly homeless, and others.
What Our Members Do
- Develop local and regional solutions to end homelessness
- Meet monthly to discuss current challenges, opportunities and joint projects
- Coordinate housing and services funding for homeless families and individuals
- Review and evaluate the effectiveness of the CoC and its funded programs
- Make strategic decisions about funding applications to HUD and other sources
- Implement federal HUD requirements that allow our region to access approximately $1.7 million annually for housing and service programs
- Engage the community on issues of homelessness and affordable housing
Who Our Members Are
Our members come from a wide range of backgrounds and sectors, including:
- Local and regional governments
- Housing agencies and developers
- Social service providers
- Veterans’ organizations
- Mental health and healthcare institutions
- Law enforcement and school districts
- Universities and research institutions
- Businesses and community leaders
- Individuals with lived experience of homelessness
- Concerned citizens who share our mission
Everyone is welcome, regardless of role or affiliation, as long as they are committed to the cause.
How to Apply
Applying takes about two minutes. There are no dues and no qualifications to meet — only a commitment to the work.
1. Complete the Form
Fill out the short membership application below and tell us how you would like to be involved.
2. We Confirm You
A CoC representative follows up by email or phone and adds you to the membership roster and meeting notices.
3. Take Part
Attend the monthly membership meeting, join a committee, and vote on the work of the CoC.
CoC Membership Application
Prefer email? You can also write to support@westtncoc.org with your name, phone number and email address.
CoC Membership Meeting Minutes
Minutes from recent membership meetings are posted for public review.
Questions About Membership?
Jackson/West Tennessee CoC
PO Box 1402, Paris, TN 38242
support@westtncoc.org