Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) play an important role in keeping our downtowns welcoming, safe, and vibrant for everyone. Part of that work includes addressing the challenges of homelessness with compassion and care. By working alongside businesses, property owners, social service providers, and local agencies, BIDs help bring people together to find real solutions. This collaboration ensures that the needs of those experiencing homelessness are considered while also supporting the expectations of residents, visitors, and businesses who call downtown home.

In downtown Oklahoma City, our BID invests directly in outreach efforts that connect individuals to the resources they need most. This includes simple but meaningful acts like welfare check-ins, helping people replace lost identification, coordinating transportation, or connecting someone with housing opportunities. By building these connections, our outreach efforts create pathways to long-term stability while also supporting a healthy and thriving downtown community.