Where is the Shelter located?
The Shelter is located inside St. Paul Lutheran Church, 2601 S. 10th Street, Manitowoc, Wisconsin.
- Entrance through lower parking lot door.
- NOTE: The Warming Shelter does not offer shower or laundry facilities.
- Daytime Office and Donations may be brought to First Presbyterian Church, 502 North 8th Street, Monday-Thursday, 8am-1pm. Use the parking lot door with the red awning.
What is the Warming Shelter?
We are a group of inter-denominational churches, organizations, and friends joining together to provide overnight shelter for any adults during the cold winter months (November through April).
When does the Shelter operate?
- The Shelter operates from November - April.
- Entry and exit from the lower parking lot door.
- Guests can enter the vestibule at 6:30pm (Monday – Friday) and 5:30pm (Saturday & Sunday).
- Doors are locked at 8:30pm and admittance is only allowed after 8:30pm through Law Enforcement recommendation.
- Guests will exit the Shelter by 8:00am.
- Guests will be allowed in after 8:30pm for pre-approved documented work scheduling.
- If Guests leave the building during operational hours they will not be allowed back in
- Guests can only leave and return during the evening with for pre-approved documented emergencies or work schedules.
Our Vision & Mission
VISION
A community where the homeless are treated with dignity and respect.
MISSION
The Mission of the Manitowoc Warming Shelter is to provide a safe, warm, non-judgmental facility for any adult that finds themselves without safe and overnight shelter from November through April.
*Homeless families are cared for through other agencies in our community.
support our cause
Donations:
Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals and improve conditions. Your generous donation will help to fund our mission.
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