Count The annual Point in Time Count is mandated by HUD for communities across the country. During the last 10 days of January, thousands of our volunteers canvass communities, to count and survey individuals and families experiencing homelessness. The PIT count helps to ensure the voices of people experiencing homelessness in our community are heard and that efforts are made to provide appropriate services. It also helps us develop more effective plans and measure progress towards our goal of ending homelessness.