The Youth Diversion Infrastructure Project (YDIP), launched in January 2023 was designed to prevent homelessness among youth and young adults under the age of 25 who are exiting systems of care and facing an immediate housing crisis. YDIP is implemented in six counties across Washington State (including Clark, King Pierce, Spokane, Walla Walla, and Yakima counties) and provides flexible financial assistance to divert youth away from the homelessness response system while not contributing to the overcapacity of that system.
This report evaluates the impact of YDIP from February 2023 to August 2025, combining both quantitative and qualitative data from requests forms, surveys, interviews, focus groups, and the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS). Findings reveal that YDIP is a highly effective, responsive, and equitable approach to preventing youth homelessness and promoting long-term housing stability across Washington State.
