How To Help
There are many ways that you can help people that are less fortunate. Please consider making a difference by participating in an event or making a donation. wish list
Volunteer - Click here for our volunteer form. – Signing people in, serving meals, tutoring, joining a fundraising committee and administrative tasks are areas where help is needed. To contact Interfaith Partnership for the Homeless' Volunteer Coordinator email Paul Schroeder at pschroeder1@nycap.rr.com.
Holidays - donate gifts for individuals and families who are utilizing Interfaith’s services.
Donate items off of our wish list – soap, shampoo, toothbrushes, toothpaste, blankets, larger sized sweatshirts, socks, school supplies, backpacks, day planners, spray deodorant etc.
Donate money - General donations provide meals, warm blankets, training towards job placement, transportation to job interviews, etc.
Sponsor an Event – Interfaith Partnership for the Homeless organizes several events which are successful due to our communities support. Please see our Special Events Page to learn more about how you can participate.
Furniture Donations— At Interfaith we help people find housing. Furniture donations can help an individual get settled into a new location.
Donate clothing – An individual going on a job interview could utilize a suit, shoes, tie or dress. Winter coats, hats, gloves and boots help those that are facing the cold weather. Infant, children and adult size clothing are needed for families who visit the Sheridan Hollow Drop-In Shelter.
Employ the homeless – Homeless individuals are partnered with case workers who mentor them with life skills. Many who come to Interfaith find permanent jobs, often in maintenance, construction, clerical, or security work.
Host an Event - Ask your company or school to host fund-raising events, such as golf outings, bottle drives, raffles or craft sales and donate the proceeds to Interfaith Partnership for the Homeless. You can also ask your company or school to match whatever funds you and your co-workers or friends can raise.
Share a skill - Cooking, repairing, gardening, and photography are talents that individuals experiencing homelessness could benefit from. Through our hobbies, we can teach individuals useful skills. On the job talents are priceless. Individuals who have clerical skills can train those with little skills. Doctors, psychiatrists, counselors, and dentists can treat individuals experiencing homelessness at our shelter. Lawyers can help with legal concerns.
Understand who the homeless are - Learn about the different reasons for homelessness, and remember, every situation is unique. Help eliminate stereotypes regarding homelessness. Educate children and help them
to see individuals experiencing homelessness as people. Suggest that they sort through the toys, books, and clothes they no longer use and donate them to Interfaith Partnership for the Homeless.
Cook and serve breakfast at our Emergency Shelter.
Contact: Bonnie St. Onge, Director of Development bonnies@interfaithpartnership.com