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Find Homeless Shelters in the United States and Canada.

The Shelters.org directory is maintained by Lois Lannin, Manager of the Goodwill Inn Homeless Shelter.

Homelessness is a growing problem in all countries.   It is estimated that one billion people in the world lack adequate housing, including 100 million who are completely homeless. In the United States, it is estimated that, on any one night, 750,000 Americans will be without shelter and that approximately 3.0 million Americans will be homeless at some time during the year.  (See our site, Homeless.org, for additional general information on homelessness.)

Services provided by homeless shelters vary greatly from shelter to shelter. Some provide strictly a place to sleep at night; others offer a full range of services, including food, clothing, transportation, referrals, medical services, and legal services.   

Funding sources for shelters vary as greatly as the services provided. Many faith-based organizations around the world provide shelter and other needs to the homeless.  Secular shelters are typically funded through a variety of means – in the through state funding, United Way, FEMA, private grants and foundations, and through the donations of churches and individuals. 

The content on Shelters.org was developed and is maintained through volunteer efforts and relies heavily on information provided by individuals.  You may submit additions directly through the site by clicking the "Add" button or by sending an e-mail message to Lois Lannin.

Access the  Shelters.org directory.

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