Who We Are
We are a warming center offering help, healing, and hope.
From the beginning, our mission has been to provide a warm safe place during Michigan's frigid winter months. We believe we are all in this together, and it is our responsibility and privilege as a community to help our neighbors in need, regardless of who they are or how they became homeless. In everything we do, we strive to bring our guests the help, healing, and hope found in Jesus.
Share the Warmth has achieved this mission without state or federal funding through the amazing generosity and kindness of Hillsdale County! Together we will continue to help our homeless neighbors, and show other communities what can be accomplished when "Community" becomes a powerful word!
Safe, Compassionate Environment
We are here and would like to help anyone that is struggling.
Through the years we have met hundreds of people who are suffering from PTSD, manic depression, schizophrenia, addiction, and other emotional issues, due to some form of childhood trauma, and/or unfortunate life experiences.
Our guests are not "broken" or in need of fixing. They are wounded and in desperate need of healing and support. We have a number of resources available to aid our guests in getting the help they need, such as Lifeways, Segue, DHHS, Health Department, and Community Action Agency.
A strategic vision for the future:
We are exploring the possibilities of year-round and expanded services to meet the needs of those we serve.
Would you like to help us?
By making a donation to Share the Warmth, you will be helping to provide for those in need and assisting Share The Warmth to set a vision and strategy for the future.
Visit our Donations page to learn more.
We will never take for granted the churches, community organizations and clubs, the businesses, and individuals of Hillsdale County that God has provided to sustain our vision and meet every need. Share the Warmth along with our guests are so very thankful for the big-heartedness of this community that shines through every hot nutritious meal, warm safe bed, refreshing shower, and the caring smile and listening ear of the volunteers.
FAQs
We appreciate and gladly accept nonperishable items as well. These items can be dropped off during the months of April through October. From November through March, we will continue to accept items by appointment only. Please call us at (517) 499-8186 or email us to learn more or to set up an appointment.
You can follow us on Facebook for updates on items needed. Additional donation information is available on our Donations page.
There are so many within our community that are in desperate need of healing and support. We have resources available to aid our guests in getting the help they need.
May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.
Romans 15:13
In loving memory of a previous guest, Chris.
He was dearly loved by our volunteers, guests, and other community members.
Share The Warmth of Hillsdale County
Located inside of Sozo Church
7 S. Manning St, Hillsdale, MI 49242
Our warming center is open during the coldest winter months.
For more information, call Penny Myers, Executive Director, at (517) 499-8186.