Event tickets and raffle chances for Raisin' the Rent are available now!
Event tickets and raffle chances for Raisin' the Rent are available now!
St. John Center is on a mission to help homeless men address barriers to self-sufficiency and housing so that they may leave homelessness for good.
St. John Center is on a mission to help homeless men address barriers to self-sufficiency and housing so that they may leave homelessness for good.
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More than 60% of St. John center’s annual budget is provided by the local community. You are what makes the work of St. John Center possible. Contributions from our community are literally life-saving at St. John Center.
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Since the day we opened our doors, volunteers have extended hospitality to our homeless guests. Volunteers welcome our guests, serve coffee, and ensure the men have the supplies they need to shower, seven days a week.
Employment
Want to see current employment opportunities at St. John Center? Our mission is to help homeless men address the barriers to housing and self-sufficiency so that they can leave homelessness for good.
Mission Success
192 men moved off the streets and into permanent housing from July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019.
1,818 men visited the shelter 60,788 times, from July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019.
99% of men in our Supportive Housing Program retained their housing for 12 months or longer between July 1, 2018 and June 30, 2019.
499 people were provided direct service and referrals by the Outreach team from January 21, 2019 to June 30, 2019.
82 formerly homeless men now have a place to live and someone to help them navigate the challenges of remaining in housing, between July 1, 2018 and June 30, 2019.
39 men obtained permanent,full time work, with 10 moving into their own housing between July 1, 2018 and June 30, 2019.
12% of men are veterans from July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019, down from 29% in 2010, underscoring efficacy of housing as a solution.
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Do you have a special birthday coming up or some other special event you will be celebrating? A dinner for six with wine pairings for you and your family or closest friends prepared by The Bristol’s talented Chef, Edoardo Bacci, in the comfort of your own home, is the perfect way to celebrate. To ensure a perfect, stress-free evening, this package includes a specially designed and printed invitation, five hours of house cleaning services, and a beautiful floral arrangement. Raffle chances are now on sale for $30 each. Special thanks to Bristol Catering and Vintage Print and Distribution for your generous donation valued at $1500.
Drawing at Raisin' the Rent, Mellwood Art Center on March 7, 2020 at 8:30 p.m. Need not be present to win. sjcenter.cbo.io
Want to get engaged in your community with the Coalition for the Homeless? Volunteers are needed for the Homeless Street Count, which takes place the morning of January 30, 2020, with a training session the evening before on January 29. To learn more and sign up, visit louhomeless.org/street-count/
Embrace Kentucky’s bourbon heritage with a weekend stay (two nights, September 18-19, 2020) in a beautiful two bedroom Airbnb in NULU that sits above the charming Taste Fine Wines & Bourbons on East Market Street, and dinner for two next door at the popular Farm to Table restaurant, Harvest. Also included is a public bourbon tour for two from Mint Julep Tours where you'll get a behind the scenes look at how Kentucky's native spirit is created and nurtured. Includes guided tours and tastings at two bourbon distilleries and a complimentary lunch. You will also receive a bottle of fine bourbon and a $50 Lyft gift card. It’s the perfect staycation with lots of bourbon experiences you will never forget. Raffle chances are on sale now for $30 each. Only 200 chances will be sold. Special thanks to Mint Julep Tours and Taste Fine Wines & Bourbons for your generous donation valued at $1000.
Drawing at Raisin' the Rent, Mellwood Art Center on March 7, 2020 at 8:30 p.m. Need not be present to win. sjcenter.cbo.io
