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.
Support Our Mission
You are what makes the work of SJC possible. Contributions from our community are literally life-saving for the people who we serve.
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!
Employment @ SJC
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
Today we celebrate one of our own! 🎉
Please join us in honoring Vernon on their work anniversary. Their dedication, compassion, and commitment to our mission make a difference every single day — and we are so grateful to have them on our team.
Thank you for everything you do. Here's to many more! 💙
Happy Birthday Vernon
Happy SJC anniversary Vernon! Thanks for all you do!
Yay Vernon. Congratulations.
Kentuckiana is our home and deserves investment. 💙 On September 10, let’s come together for #GiveForGoodLou and support housing for everyone.
🥃 An unforgettable evening. An incredible cause.
Save the date for Bourbon & Beginnings on October 23—an exclusive experience featuring a private bourbon barrel selection, exceptional bourbon courtesy of Old Louisville, a chef-crafted dinner by Ladyfingers Catering, and the opportunity to support St. John Center's mission of helping individuals move from homelessness to stability.
Your evening includes:
🥃 A guided tasting of three bourbon barrels courtesy of Old Louisville
🥃 Help choose our exclusive single-barrel selection
🥃 Two bottles from the winning barrel included with your ticket
🍽️ A chef-crafted dinner by Ladyfingers Catering
❤️ Every ticket helps create new beginnings for individuals moving from homelessness to stability.
🎟️ Tickets go on sale September 23! Mark your calendar and don't miss this one-of-a-kind bourbon experience.
Learn more: www.stjohncenter.org/bourbon-and-beginnings/
#BourbonAndBeginnings #StJohnCenter #Louisville #OldLouisville #LadyfingersCatering #Bourbon #SupportiveHousing #EndHomelessness #NewBeginnings
🧺 Our Shelter Needs Your Help! 🧻
Every day, St. John Center provides a safe, welcoming place for individuals experiencing homelessness. Two of our most-needed items right now are:
🛁 Bath Towels (new or gently used)
🧻 Toilet Paper
These simple essentials help us provide dignity, comfort, and care to the hundreds of people who visit our shelter each week.
Donations can be dropped off at:
📍 St. John Center
700 E. Muhammad Ali Blvd.
Louisville, KY 40202
Prefer to shop online? Visit our Amazon Wish List through our website:
🌐 www.stjohncenter.org/gifts-of-shelter-supplies/
Every towel. Every roll. Every donation makes a difference.
Thank you for helping our neighbors move from homelessness to stability. ❤️
#StJohnCenter #endhomelessness #louisvilleky #donatelocal #communitysupport #shelterneeds #giveback
