The McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act is a federal law that ensures children and youth experiencing homelessness have access to a free, appropriate public education and a stable educational environment. It defines homeless children and youth as those lacking a fixed, regular, and adequate nighttime residence. The Act provides rights and services, including immediate enrollment, transportation, and educational services comparable to those provided to other students. 

For ongoing guidance and regional collaboration, monthly meetings are held from 1:00–1:30 p.m.

For questions or support, contact your Regional Grant Coordinator:
Christine Bolen, Saginaw ISD
📧 cbolen@sisd.cc
📞 (989) 399-7461

There is a new hotline that provides legal information for young people to obtain vital documents like an ID or a license.

• Phone Number: 1-888-870-DOCS (1-888-870-3627)

• Start Date: Wednesday, July 23, 2025

• Hours: Every Wednesday from 12 to 8 PM Eastern

• Voicemails: Outside of working hours, callers can leave voicemails that will be returned.

• Callers: Young people experiencing homelessness.

• Phone Operators: Legal professionals from Baker McKenzie and pro bono lawyers from other corporations.

• Goal: Provide state-specific guidance on obtaining vital documents.

For youth experiencing homelessness, access to identification is critical for certain tasks that are vital to the survival of youth experiencing homelessness, such as securing employment, applying for public benefits (e.g., SNAP), opening a bank account, establishing a mailbox, or enrolling in school or workforce programs.