Homelessness is a growing epidemic in Hawaii, with over 12,000-15,000 people experiencing homelessness at some point during the year. At least 6,300 people are homeless on any given day, including many families with children doing homework in cars and the elderly forced to choose between food and medicine. Native Hawaiians and veterans are disproportionately represented among the homeless population. The number of homeless individuals has increased 68% in Hawaii since 2013.