Shelters1st exists to connect people with life-changing community resources. Our goal is to provide one easy-to-use directory where individuals can locate emergency shelters, family shelters, food pantries, warming centers, cooling centers, clothing closets, medical services, housing assistance, mental health services, outreach organizations, and many other community resources. Whether someone is searching for help today or preparing for tomorrow, we want reliable information to be only a few clicks away.
Every week our database continues to grow. New organizations are researched, existing listings are verified, and additional services are added to improve the quality and usefulness of the directory.
Our long-term vision is to continue expanding into additional communities so that more individuals and families can quickly locate emergency assistance wherever they live.
We understand that emergency information must be dependable. Because organizations change locations, phone numbers, operating hours, and available services, Shelters1st is continually updated. We also encourage community organizations and visitors to submit new resources or report outdated information so the directory remains as accurate and helpful as possible.
Behind every listing is a community working to help someone in need. Churches, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, volunteers, medical providers, housing programs, and community partners all play an important role. Shelters1st is proud to connect people with those organizations and to support the communities they serve.