Texas Conference on Ending Homelessness
Register for the 2026 Texas Conference on Ending Homelessness
From Ideas to Impact: Building Solutions Together
We’re heading to Houston, and we want you to join us!
The 2026 Texas Conference on Ending Homelessness will take place September 23–25, 2026 at the Houston Marriott Westchase.
Each year, this conference brings together service providers, system leaders, policymakers, advocates, people with lived experience, and community partners from across Texas to connect, share effective strategies, and strengthen the professional network working to end homelessness across the state.
This year’s theme, “From Ideas to Impact: Building Solutions Together,” reflects our focus on learning, connection, and practical problem-solving, with an emphasis on successful programs, useful tools, thoughtful discussion, and ideas that attendees can take back and apply in their work.
Whether you are joining us for the first time or returning as part of the THN conference community, we look forward to being together in Houston this September.
Conference Details
2026 Texas Conference on Ending Homelessness
Hosted by: Texas Homeless Network
Dates: September 23–25, 2026
Location: Houston, Texas
Venue: Houston Marriott Westchase
Registration: Now Open!
Why Attend?
The Texas Conference on Ending Homelessness is designed to create space for professional learning, connection, and practical problem-solving across the homelessness response field.
Attendees will have opportunities to:
Learn about successful programs, partnerships, and system strategies from across Texas
Explore tools, frameworks, and resources that can support local work
Engage in thoughtful conversations about challenges, opportunities, and lessons learned
Build connections with peers working across different parts of the homelessness response system
Hear perspectives that center lived experience and strengthen the work of ending homelessness
Leave with practical ideas and next steps to bring back to their organization or community
Who Should Attend?
The conference is open to anyone working to prevent and end homelessness in Texas.
This includes service providers, system leaders, advocates, policymakers, funders, local government partners, community-based organizations, people with lived experience, and others working to strengthen housing stability and homelessness response across the state.
What’s New This Year?
This year’s conference will include new and expanded opportunities designed to deepen learning, strengthen connection, and create a more engaging experience for attendees.
Highlights include:
A featured plenary speaker bringing timely insight, inspiration, and perspective to the statewide conversation on ending homelessness
A local learning experience designed to connect conference conversations with community-based approaches and local context in Houston
A renewed focus on learning and idea exchange, with sessions and conversations centered on successful strategies, practical tools, and ideas attendees can bring back to their communities
More details about speakers, sessions, and special conference experiences will be shared as they are confirmed.
What to Expect
The 2026 conference will include a mix of learning, discussion, and connection opportunities designed to be useful, engaging, and relevant to professionals working across the homelessness response field.
Conference programming will include:
Plenary sessions
Breakout sessions
Practical “how-to” guidance
Tools, frameworks, and resources attendees can use
Successful program models and partnership strategies
Professional development opportunities
Peer learning and discussion
Networking opportunities
Exhibitors and community partners
Additional schedule details, session information, and speaker announcements will be shared as the program is finalized.
Registration Options
Please select the registration option that best applies to you. Not sure whether your organization is a current THN member? Click here to find out. Please contact THN before registering so we can help confirm the correct registration type.
Current THN Member:
For current Texas Homeless Network members. Not sure whether your organization is a current THN member? Click here to find out.
Rate: $495.00
Non-Member:
For attendees who are not current Texas Homeless Network members.
Rate: $595.00
Scholarships
Texas Homeless Network wants to ensure that individuals with lived experience of homelessness or housing instability are part of this conversation, and we especially value the perspectives they bring.
A limited number of scholarships will be available to help support access to the Texas Conference on Ending Homelessness.
Click here to apply for a scholarship! The application window will close on Friday, July 17.
Sponsor and Exhibitor Opportunities
The 2026 Texas Conference on Ending Homelessness brings together service providers, system leaders, policymakers, advocates, funders, government partners, people with lived experience, and community-based organizations from across Texas.
Sponsoring or exhibiting at the conference is a meaningful way to connect with the statewide professional network working to strengthen homelessness response systems and support housing stability.
Visit our Sponsor and Exhibitor Page to learn more and get started.
Why Sponsor or Exhibit?
Sponsors and exhibitors have the opportunity to:
Build visibility with homelessness response professionals and community partners across Texas
Share tools, services, resources, or programs that support the field
Connect directly with conference attendees during networking opportunities
Demonstrate support for THN’s statewide work and the broader movement to end homelessness
Be part of a conference focused on learning, collaboration, and practical solutions
How to Get Started
Organizations interested in sponsoring or exhibiting visit our Sponsor and Exhibitor page and then send an email to conference@thn.org.
The THN team will review your information and follow up with next steps, including payment information and any additional details needed to confirm your sponsorship or exhibitor participation.
Space may be limited, and opportunities will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Hotel Information
The conference will take place at the Houston Marriott Westchase in Houston, Texas.
A conference hotel room block will be available for attendees. Staying at the conference hotel is the easiest way to stay close to the full conference experience, including sessions, networking opportunities, exhibitors, and any early morning or evening activities.
By booking within the official room block, attendees can:
Stay just steps away from conference sessions and activities
Make the most of networking and informal conversations throughout the day
Avoid extra travel time between the hotel and conference venue
Access the negotiated conference room rate
Help support the conference by contributing to THN’s contracted room block
Click here to quickly and easily book your room into our official room block!
Attendees are encouraged to book early once the room block opens, as rooms may be limited.
Payment Information
Cancellation and Substitution Information
We understand that plans can change. Please review the cancellation and substitution policy before completing your registration.
Cancellation Information
Cancellations received on or before August 1, 2026 are eligible for a 50% refund.
Cancellations received after August 1, 2026 are not eligible for a refund.
Please note that processing fees are non-refundable.
Substitution Information
You may transfer your registration to another person by purchasing a transfer ticket for $35.00.
To request a substitution, please purchase a transfer ticket. You will be guided through the process during checkout.
Questions?
For questions about registration, payment, hotel information, or general conference logistics, please contact conference@thn.org.
We’re looking forward to being together in Houston this September.
Stay Updated
Additional conference details, including agenda updates, speaker announcements, and special conference opportunities, will be shared as they are confirmed.