Living with no place to call home. 

The circumstance of  facing homelessness or being homeless takes a toll -  mentally, emotionally and spiritually.  We take a holistic approach to service to rejuvenate mind, body and spirit:

•  Our food pantry is open M-F
•  A  collaboration with Samaritan Health Clinic and FDL County Health Dept. provides "Bath in A Bag" to help with personal hygiene
• Trained, compassionate Community Engagement Specialist is available by appointment circle of support
• Families with children under 18 may be eligible for our Pathway of Hope Program/Family Mentoring (The Fond du Lac Program recognized as one of the top 4 in the nation in 2017)
  • To apply: https://thesalvationarmywi.regfox.com/the-salvation-army-fond-du-lac-pathway-of-hope-assessment
• Our Sunday Services, bible study, and Facebook Ministry Group welcome new members
• Volunteer opportunities to help build a resume are available
• Beyond our local capabilities, there is a broader circle of Salvation Army services which may apply*:
  •  The Salvation Army is an International non profit agency with a presence in every zip code in the US & a spectrum of  services, staff, experience that our  Fond du Lac Corps can tap for ideas to build local solutions.
  •  In- patient drug and alcohol dependence program:  The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center offers a 6 month (more if needed) FREE program for those eligible
  • A Chaplain Support Line is available EVERY SINGLE DAY. Phone 1-888-651-7294  anywhere between 9 am to 9 pm  

*Eligibility guidelines may apply.

Every winter, we open our doors nightly, as Fond du Lac County's ONLY warming shelter

PROVIDING SHELTER FROM WINTER'S ICY CHILL.

The Salvation Army of Fond du Lac Winter Warming Shelter is open nightly from 6 PM - 8 AM starting November 1 through March 31. Shelter clients receive supper, the opportunity to shower, do laundry, and fellowship in the evening; in the morning, there's breakfast and the opportunity to grab a snack before leaving. The sleeping quarters separate men from ladies. Trained staff provides case management services to assist clients in attaining higher levels of sufficiency and Corp Officers minister to client spiritual needs. Volunteers support staff and visit with clients.

    PATRICIA JOHN RECALLS  “As a staff member, I witnessed overdoses... and hugs; I cherished advice given me by a stage four terminally ill veteran, & held the hands of a tortured rape victim; I gave my words of wisdom to a father struggling with co-parenting and providing for his three small children; I listened to a gentleman who had to bury his partner of thirteen years, and whose sorrow would not allow him to stay in the home they once shared, but who found solace in our shelter; I had the immense pleasure of sharing my recovery story to help reassure a client his decision to surrender to a six month rehab facility through The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center was well -thought out. I remember how he shook, telling me he was terrified. I pretended to learn to knit just to soak up the peaceful energy from a lovely retired woman who told me how God saved her. I supported our clients, but there is no secret they supported me also.”

 TO HELP:

• Make a donation here. A gift of $500 helps shelter and coordinate provisions for one individual through our warming shelter. A gift of $400 supports our team’s year round commitment to be the resource those without a place to call home can access: trained caseworkers, help securing employment,  network of community partners, personal care items, clothing and unique resources to sustain them temporarily  while they work toward a permanent address. Fund the entire goal yourself, or give in any amount and your gift will be paired with others to support shelter efforts.
• Collect & share necessary items on our supply list.

 Supply List

Thank you. Together, we're 'Doing the Most Good' for Fond du Lac County.

QUESTIONS?

Social Service Director
(920) 923-8220