Porchlight is the largest non-profit provider of affordable housing in Madison, with 350 units across 26 sites, ranging from single-room occupancy (SRO) units to family units with 1-4 bedrooms.
Porchlight’s largest property is at 306 N Brooks St, which also houses its administrative offices. Brooks Street has permanent SRO units with shared kitchens and bathrooms for low-income single adults. Update: The waiting list for 306 N. Brooks Street is closed until further notice. Our waiting list of applicants exceeds what we can reasonably assist in the next 12-18 months. When the waiting list re-opens, it will be posted on this page.
Questions about the housing application process? Call (608) 257-2534.
Porchlight also has housing programs that specialize in working specifically with Veterans and individuals with mental illness.
Check out our Veterans or Safe Haven pages to learn more.
Half of Porchlight’s housing units are filled directly from our community’s Coordinated Entry list. Individuals and families who are currently experiencing homelessness may be assessed and referred to this list by visiting the Coordinated Entry office at The Beacon or by speaking with Coordinated Entry staff at the Porchlight’s Men Shelter or the Salvation Army shelter for single women and families.
For other questions or information about community resources, contact United Way 2-1-1 by visiting their website or by calling or texting 2-1-1. Assistance is available 24 hours a day, and is free and confidential.
Porchlight strives to provide individuals and families with safe, affordable, stable housing. Case management is offered to residents to ensure that they receive the level of support they need to remain stably housed. Porchlight offers a variety of supportive services, and case managers work one-on-one with individuals and families to help them achieve their short- and long-term goals.
Porchlight Appeal Process
Porchlight Appeal Process – Spanish
