What began six years ago as a grassroots fundraiser has grown into a movement powered by San Diego’s dance community. House for the Houseless was built on a simple belief: the energy of the dance floor can help create real solutions for youth homelessness.
Through music, movement, and community, we bring dancers, artists, and advocates together to raise critical funds for youth living on the margins. Our mission is to support the life-changing work of Doors of Change and help create pathways from the streets to safety, stability, and housing.
House for the Houseless is made possible through foundational support from Generation One, which underwrites our operational costs and allows us to remain independent, grassroots, and community-led.
Because of this support, we can focus our energy on creating meaningful dance experiences while directing event proceeds to the street-level work of Doors of Change.
House for the Houseless is a project of Generation One, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, EIN: 38-4228146, dedicated to cultivating uplifting energy and resourcing high-impact community leaders.
This movement thrives because of the local crews, artists, venues, and sponsors who help lead the way. We are proud to partner with community builders including:
Newlife Productions • Monarch Entertainment SD • In-Stereo Records • Dance Klassique • House Music Friday • Soleil • Afternoon Umbrella Friends • Bomb Shelta Sound • Jag Real Estate Lifestyle • Bravo Family Mortuary • Quartyard • Air Conditioned Lounge
View Our Past EventsRelive the energy and impact of our previous collaborations.
The Heart Behind the Movement
Founder Dr. Wes Henson built House for the Houseless from a place of empathy, loss, and a personal understanding of what can happen when people are left without a safety net.
In this short film, Dr. Henson shares the heartbreak that started it all: the loss of his mother to addiction on the streets, and how her memory continues to guide the mission.
Years of community-driven events
Raised for charitable impact
Grassroots and community-led
Bridge between dance culture and youth advocacy
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