Homelessness
Homeless Ministry in the Treasure Valley
Since 2017, as the Treasure Valley has continued to grow and rental/housing prices have increased, we've also seen an increase in the homeless population. Currently, there are over 2,000 homeless individuals in Idaho, with the majority living in larger cities such as Nampa & Boise. But as these numbers have grown, so have the organizations working to help and house these individuals.
Below are organizations that work to provide resources for those facing homelessness and who work to offer opportunities for recovery & restoration.
Boise Rescue Mission
Boise Rescue Mission Ministries reaches out to the community by teaching the Word of God and providing food, shelter, clothing and opportunities to recover from homelessness for men, women, and children in need.
Primary volunteer opportunities include:
- Serving meals
- Sorting donations
- Mentoring/Tutoring
- Building Repairs
- Driving guests to appointments
Contact: volunteers@boiserm.org
Interfaith Sanctuary
Interfaith Sanctuary Shelter is a sanctuary for families with children allowing them to find shelter together and is a shelter full of hopes and dreams offering second chances and supportive services every day.
Primary volunteer opportunities include:
- Volunteer for a shelter shift
- Organize Supply Drives
- Provide monthly meals
- Host an event at the shelter
- Attend an event
Contact: matt@interfaithsanctuary.org
Good Samaritan Home
Good Samaritan Home provides affordable housing to seniors, veterans, adults with disabilities, and independent adults of all ages who may have low or fixed incomes. We provide each of our residents with a roof over their heads, a room of their own, three meals a day and a community.
Primary volunteer opportunities include:
- Donate professional services
- Create a Community Service Project
- Organize a fundraiser
- Donate your time
Contact: info@gshboise.org
