Partnering with Urban Ministry, we are providing overnight shelter in the Shetler Building for 15 unhoused men. They have been qualified and assigned by Urban Ministry.
One of our volunteers shared this:
I worked the 5:45-9:15 shift. The shift went very well and many of the new residents had finished a long day of work before arriving at the shelter. There was a man who works at the dollar store, a man who works at the Cheesecake Factory, a construction worker, and other working men. Everything seemed to go smoothly with dinner, followed by 1-2 male volunteers escorting the men to the showering area, then by everyone settling into bed. There was a little time before lights out that some of the men enjoyed sitting in the common area and watching TV. A few stated that they would enjoy playing cards or playing chess/other board games if those were available.
Urban Ministry will qualify and assign 15 unhoused men to our shelter, and will provide a staff person overnight.
Volunteer with this ministry: Please choose an area and one (or more) dates.
Shelter map available here. FAQ here.
Coordinators
We need 4-5 volunteers to work behind the scenes to coordinate and support the work of the shelter. Please contact Matt Bussell, email or 336-478-4705 if you can support the shelter in one of these ways: Volunteer Coordinator, Meals Coordinator, Laundry Coordinator, Physical Needs Coordinator, Pantry Coordinator.
Meal Volunteers
Bring a balanced, nutritious dinner to the shelter at 6 pm, set up and be ready to serve by 6:15 pm. Eat with the guests. Pack up leftovers and leave by around 7 pm. Sign up here.
Evening Volunteers
(2-3 people per night)
Arrive at shelter at 5:45 to do a quick walkthrough to make sure everything is in order. Check guests in, supervise cleanup and chores. Leave about 9:15 pm. Sign up here.
Overnight Volunteers
(1 person per night)
Same duties as evening volunteers. Lights out at 10 pm, sit by exit to ensure people are not leaving or entering the shelter. Lights on at 5 am, set out breakfast items, check to make sure area is neat and chores are done. Guests leave by 6:30 am. Urban Ministry is providing a paid staff person who will be male. Women and men are welcome to volunteer. Sign up here.
