Find Housing & Shelter Nonprofits and Charities

  scott.janusproperty wrote:

Elsia and her team make an enormous impact on West Harlem. Elsia combines passion and professionalism, with a hard-driving work ethic to assist tenants in this community where no other assistance exists. Palante Harlem is a critical community-based... more »

  MaureenWilliams wrote:

AWLMC is an all volunteer nonprofit that runs a no kill almost cage free cat adoption shelter and a low cost spay neuter certificate program for cats and dogs. It also has a monthly pet food bank to help pet owners under hard economic times provide food... more »

  ASCFBOD wrote:

The Amschwand Sarcoma Cancer Foundation changes the lives of families affected by sarcoma cancers. It is an honor to serve as a board member for this amazing organization. more »

  Michelle102 wrote:

This nonprofit is a great asset to the city of Portland. I'm an active volunteer in the men's housing shelter located under the Hawthorne Bridge. The staff is always accessible and open to services that the community is willing/able to provide to the... more »

  Susan wrote:

Samaritan House provides vital services to central San Mateo County. They work closely with families to address the wide variety of issues faced by those in poverty. What has impressed me is their commitment to the whole individual providing... more »

  hmanyoma wrote:

Helping a hero has been a family of individuals that are more than just Big-Hearted, they are my extended family. From the time that I met Meredith and her family, they have been a blessing ever since. Helping a hero has helped my family and I in our... more »

  joe.joanne.moore wrote:

I spent 3 weeks as a volunteer at the Nepal Orphan's Home. The volunteer coordinator met me at the airport and accompanied me via taxi to the volunteer house. The house was safe and well furnished, with solar hot water showers and internet access. My... more »

  anonymous wrote:

I've been involved with Carpenter's Shelter in little ways off and on since about 1991 as time and money have permitted me. It was the first homeless shelter that I volunteered in while in college - it has a special place in my heart. I've seen the... more »

  RuthVolunteer wrote:

I'm here at The Northwest Center for more than 2 years and I enjoy helping latin women, giving counsil and orientation about different topics. Health for her and her baby is a priority and we educate the women about fetal development and prenatal health.... more »

  HeatherWilliams wrote:

Breakthrough House is a wonderful place! I feel so priviledged to have the opportunity to help such a great organization! The consumers, staff & supporters are truly amazing. Thank you Breakthrough House! more »

  roberte1103 wrote:

My church became involved with this organization over 20 years ago by inviting suburban homeless and their families into our church for one month a year through this organization's "Hospitality Network". One month a year (every March) our church provides... more »

  Nancy wrote:

I serve on the Board of New Foundation Center. My son lives in their housing. I am a former president of NAMI San Gabriel Valley, CA. No organization like this exists nation-wide. The housing is in safe stable neighborhoods. Staff is compassionate... more »

  Morgan H. wrote:

AViva center is one of the most outstanding programs that I ever been involved in. They do it for the love of the children and really care about making a difference in these kids lives. Something that is very hard to come across nowadays. more »

  Stackie16 wrote:

Hope Project works diligently to change lives for the better. We were able to take a trip to Nicaragua and not only see where many donated dollars go, but able to work alongside the founders who live to make a change in the World. We saw people come together... more »

  PMcKenna wrote:

Safe Harbor is the only Homeless Shelter in Chester County, PA that accepts single homeless women. I am so proud of the fact that we were able to expand the Shelter to address the need in the County. Safe Harbor currently houses 20 single homeless men... more »

  gods-servant wrote:

I called good counsel because I needed to do a college paper on a place that deals with crisis. I really didn't know exactly what they dealt with, but they came up in my google search. When I got there, I was a little nervous because I didn't know how... more »

  jendoc1 wrote:

The only comprehensive domestic violence service agency in San Mateo County, CORA (Community Overcoming Relationship Abuse) provides vital services to women and children impacted by abuse. CORA helps clients to attain a renewed sense of self-worth and... more »

  forjawsco2005 wrote:

I visited the Children's home in Gulu, Uganda which Social Promise supports. The people there are cheerful and grateful for the little things. Everyone was very hospitable and they welcomed me into their home with much joy. They were willing to share... more »

  Efern4 wrote:

Americans Helping Americans helps people throughout America but with most of their focus on the forgotten areas of this nation - like Appalachia where some of the poorest struggle to survive. more »

  Amy wrote:

PATH Achieve Glendale is an outstanding program reaching out to homeless families in the Glendale area. After taking a tour a few years ago, I was really impressed. When Natalie Profant-Komuro then went to PATH Achieve, I knew that the program would... more »

  Holly G. wrote:

My husband and I worked on the house in Union Beach, NJ for SSGT Michael Minard and his family. Homes for Our Troops built a first class plus home for this hero and his family. Every thing they promised, they delivered. They were easy to work with... more »

  scottjensen wrote:

I was a previous client of PADS when I was homeless. Everyone from PADS who I dealt with was very professional and treated me with respect at a time when I was feeling very helpless and hopeless. .I was explained the services available and the staff took... more »

  jdeeter wrote:

I have volunteered with Nana's House almost since inception. It is incredible to see the outpouring from the community with volunteers who helped renovate our first home and now to our Gated Community constructed by volunteer builders and contractors.... more »

  dillenmeyer wrote:

Hello my name is Dillen Meyer and i am currently serving a term as Social Media Manager. I took on this role a few months ago and i love it! I am the only teen in Ark of Hope for Children staff. Blair is the wonderful guy of this amazing company. He serve's... more »

  Micah wrote:

One of the best organized groups in DC. Some. Really makes a difference in the lives of dcs neediest residents more »