11 Artists Using Their Talent to Make a Real Difference for the Homeless

Creativity and compassion don’t always overlap, but when they do the results tend to be memorable. These artists found ways to help the homeless community that go beyond donation boxes and good intentions.

Bobbi, 52, Cambridge.

Mike, 57, Boston.

Colleen, 20, Cambridge.

Jimmy, 31, Somerville.

Susan, 46, Cambridge.

Angela, Cambridge.

Rudolph, 63, Cambridge.

Dana, 45, Cambridge.

Alberto, Boston.

Jim, 58, Boston.

Frank, 74, Boston.

Chris, Downtown Crossings.

Credits: homelesssigns.tumblr.com