The annual Thurston County Point-in-Time Count is a vital initiative to assess homelessness within the region, required by the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Scheduled for January 30 to February 6, 2025, this event engages community volunteers and partners from the Thurston County Homeless Crisis Response System. Participants complete surveys that ask about their living situations on a specific night, allowing for an accurate count of unsheltered individuals.

Alongside counting those living without shelter, the event includes individuals in transitional housing and shelters. Essential resources such as winter clothing, hygiene kits, and snacks will be provided during the event. Community members are encouraged to donate warm clothing or volunteer to assist with the count. The data collected will be submitted to HUD for inclusion in national statistics, helping to address homelessness at a broader level. In conjunction with local outreach efforts, the Count serves as a crucial step in identifying and responding to the needs of the homeless population in Thurston County.