The cornerstone of our work is our overnight hospitality centers, or shelters. the purpose of these shelters is primarily to keep folks alive when they can’t or won’t seek traditional shelter. we are an extremely low barrier provider, meaning there are absolutely no requirements to receive a bed and guests can stay as long as they need. the number of beds we can offer changes each season based on our partner and funder availability.

We provide nightly meals for all guests. meals are typically donated by local restaurants or volunteers. as able, we distribute things like winter coats, socks, batteries, and bus passes.

our staff work with each guest to connect them to on and off site resources like housing location, medical care, and recovery services. guests are not required to participate in any programming and we take pride in listening deeply to their wants and needs.

While our main focus is meeting basic needs and connecting folks to supportive services, we strive to provide bonus activities and programs that uplift and inspire our guests. homelessness is a traumatizing experience, and things like art, games, music, writing, and motivational speakers can make a huge difference in a person’s day. volunteers are welcome and encouraged to join for these soul sessions.

Our overnight shelter season is november through april, but we offer resources year round! our summer program is a newer drop-in daytime offering that helps folks beat the heat and get connected to services & support. we have meals, speakers, & enriching activities for guests.

Our team regularly speaks at local houses of worship and community groups to raise awareness of the realities of unsheltered homelessness in cleveland. we host awareness building events and, alongside our partners, we help advocate for systems change through policy and funding recommendations.