The Lighthouse is the only 24-hour homeless shelter within a 50-mile radius. We have served thousands of people since our founding in 1992. Because of your generosity, we have the opportunity to provide help and hope through Jesus Christ here in our own community and beyond.
We've seen a rise in homelessness in recent years, and many of our neighbors are without even the most basic food and shelter. Your generosity enables us to provide three good meals every day and a safe place to sleep.
Our newly-remodeled dorms have separate spaces for men, women, and families, ensuring that everyone is safe while they are here. We even have transitional housing across the street for those who are moving from being residents here to living independently.
Thank you to all our donors and volunteers who give so generously to make the Lighthouse a safe and welcoming home for our residents!
We are so excited to announce our new one-on-one parenting classes. Many of our residents come to us with small children, but they never received a parent's love and care themselves. Now, they can meet weekly with an experienced mentor who can guide them through the struggles and joys of parenting well.
We are proud to be a DHS-approved reunification facility. Many of our residents have been separated from their children, and their highest goal is to see them again. We are proud to help them make meaningful changes in their lives and reunite with their children.
Each of our residents is required to work and contribute to the community, whether that is here at the Lighthouse or in an outside job. Our goal is to help them find long-term employment and to help them overcome the barriers that have stood in their way. We help with everything from haircuts and clothing so they make a great impression in an interview to job skills to help getting a driver's license. Last year, 98 people found long-term, outside employment!
Our life skills classes empower our residents with the practical tools and knowledge they need to thrive beyond homelessness. Our talented staff and volunteers teach essential skills, such as financial literacy and effective communication. It's exciting to see our residents gain confidence and learn the skills that will help them thrive once they leave the Lighthouse.
Many of our residents have experienced drug and alcohol addiction in the past and have found healing here. The Lighthouse is a drug-and-alcohol-free facility. Our dedicated staff provide the support our residents need on their journey to sobriety.
Stop by A Fresh Start Resale Boutique, and all proceeds from your purchase will support women’s ministries at the Lighthouse! A Fresh Start Boutique is more than just a used clothing and decor store—it's a place of hope and transformation. Offering gently used apparel, accessories, and home decor, our boutique provides an affordable shopping experience while supporting a greater cause. By shopping here, you're not only discovering unique finds but also contributing to the empowerment and well-being of women in our community.
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