Family Shelter

Providing Emergency Food, Shelter and Hope to Homeless Children and Their Families

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Winter-Break Camp

7th graders from a local church volunteered with shelter kids during Winter-break Camp

Literacy Program

Our weekly Family Literacy program promotes reading time for parents and children

Thank You!

Students from a nearby elementary school collected pennies and raised $478 for Family Shelter

Day of Action

Volunteers from United Way Day of Action work on Shelter repairs and other facility projects

Get Connected – Volunteer!

Don't forget to sign up as a volunteer on the United Way of the Midlands volunteer portal. You’ll have up-to-date information about volunteer opportunities and upcoming events at Family Shelter and be matched to volunteer opportunities in your area!

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Family Stories

“The Family Shelter gave my daughter and me opportunities that other people take for granted. Having stability—a place to call home—brings a sense of security, safety and peace. I am grateful that she could experience the caring hearts and helping hands. I now have confidence in my abilities and I am able to build a firm foundation for my family’s future.

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