our organization was formed in 2007 by a group of homeless outreach workers and advocates in response to a burgeoning unsheltered population in cleveland.

We operate a winter shelter for folks who can’t or won’t be served by the larger/traditional shelter system. this may be because of distrust of other providers, bans from other shelters, mental or physical health concerns, or simply personal preference. whatever the reason folks are outside, Our primary goal is to make sure no one freezes to death in Cleveland.

Once guests have been able to address their basic needs, we are also available to connect them with resources they may want and need like affordable housing, recovery services, and medical care.

our services are entirely voluntary and we do not require anything from guests who seek shelter other than adherence to our basic shelter safety rules.

we serve about 200 people each year.