SJC News
The latest news on SJC’s programs, advocacy, events, partnerships, and stories of transformation from the people we serve on the road home.
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Volunteer @ SJC
Volunteers are the heart of SJC’s Day Shelter, playing a central role in its operation and basic services. 2-hour blocks of your choosing make it flexible!
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SJC provides human-centered care that addresses the individual barriers to housing. We meet people where they are, accompanying them on the road home.
Mission Success: Fiscal Year 2025 Outcomes
July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025
253
people who worked with the Day Shelter or Outreach moved home.
3,163
people visited the Day Shelter 52,776 times
7,839
services provided to 837 people by Street Outreach
98%
of people in Permanent Supportive Housing maintained their housing for 12+ months
1,934
Day Shelter services provided to assist with state IDs and birth certificates
48%
of people in Permanent Supportive Housing gained or maintained income
🏆 Exciting News!
The Foundation for a Healthy Kentucky has announced its 2025 Healthy Kentucky Champions — a recognition that honors individuals who go above and beyond to improve the health and well-being of their communities and our Commonwealth.
✨ We’re proud to share that our very own Director of Operations, Devan, is among this year’s ten awardees!
Each Champion was selected by the Foundation’s Community Advisory Council for their dedication to creating a healthier, stronger Kentucky. Devan’s leadership, compassion, and commitment to serving those experiencing homelessness embody exactly what this honor celebrates. 💛
Please join us in congratulating Devan on this well-deserved recognition! 👏
#HealthyKentuckyChampions #CommunityLeadership #GraceInAction #StJohnCenter #KentuckyProud
Congratulations 🎉🎊🍾🎈
Congratulations to Devan on this amazing achievement! ❤
Congratulations 👏🎉
Way to go, Devan!!! 🥳🙌🏻🥳🙌🏻
So proud of you, Devan! You truly deserve this recognition 💛
Congratulations Devan!
🔑 It’s Key Friday! 🏠
Today, we celebrate another incredible milestone — someone in our community has received the keys to their new home!
Every Key Friday reminds us what’s possible when housing, hope, and support come together. Behind every key is a story of strength, perseverance, and community.
At St. John Center, we believe housing is a right — not a privilege. Each person we serve deserves the safety, stability, and dignity that come with a home of their own.
Join us in celebrating this moment and all those still on their journey to housing. 💛
#KeyFriday #HousingFirst #StJohnCenter #EndingHomelessness #Louisville
Congratulations to the person with the new keys. 🙏♥️
Congratulations!!!
Happy Boss’s Day to our Executive Director, Ra’Shann “Rae” Martin! 🎉
Rae leads St. John Center with vision, grace, and deep compassion. From working directly with clients to building community partnerships, Rae shows us every day what it means to lead with heart. 💙
Her commitment ensures that our mission—to help people experiencing homelessness find stability and housing—remains strong and true. We are grateful for her leadership, her genuineness, and the countless ways she inspires us all. ✨
Thank you, Rae, for guiding St. John Center with wisdom and care! 🌟
#HappyBossesDay #LeadershipWithGrace #SJC #HousingIsAHumanRight
Happy Boss’s Day
Happy Boss’s Day!!
Thank you, Rae
🌟 Thank You, Metro Louisville Office of Resilience and Community Services! 💙
We are deeply grateful to the Office of Resilience and Community Services for your generous funding support of SJC. Your investment makes it possible to provide safe, stable housing for neighbors who have experienced chronic homelessness.
#sheehanlanding #thankyou #communitypartners #housingfirst
