New York Avenue Men's Shelter Program Description
No one should spend a night outside on the streets. At Catholic Charities we understand how crucial having secure housing is to the success of a family or individual. Catholic Charities 5 low barrier emergency shelters -- Adam's Place, New York Ave, & St Elizabeth's 801 E men's shelters and Nativity and Harriet Tubman women's shelters -- are staffed by professionals who have dedicated themselves to helping others get back on their feet.
Volunteer Opportunities at New York Avenue Shelter:
Monthly Shelter Clean Up: Volunteers help staff do a thorough cleaning and straightening of the donations storage room on the 1st Saturday morning of the month. This is a great project for a group! Sign up here.
Shelter Hospitality Volunteers: Welcome men as they come into the shelter, help serve dinner, distribute sheets, soap and the mail. Commit to once a week for 6 months. Apply here.
