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We have made some changes to our In-Kind Donation Policy. These updates are to ensure we are stewarding donations to the best of our ability as well as educating our donors on our specific needs. Some of the changes are highlighted below:  We now have an email sign up sheet for those who would like us to […]

Wow! You made Spring2ACTion and our 14th annual Cook-Off successful events once again! Thank you for supporting Carpenter’s Shelter. In just one week, together, we raised more than $95,000 to support the homeless in our community. Since our doors opened in 1988, Carpenter’s Shelter has been powered by the community. It’s incredible to see that

Imagine that you are homeless and have struggled for many years to find stability and a place that gives you some feeling of permanence. Carpenter’s Shelter helps people in that situation by offering David’s Place, a day shelter for homeless adults.  David’s Place allows its guests to take showers, do laundry, access the phone and

Whether you called it Jonas or #Snowzilla, this past weekend’s storm packed a punch! Amid it, we found out a few things that happen at Carpenter’s Shelter when there is 24 inches of snow on ground. Take a look at our Top 5: 5. Even squirrels take refuge at Carpenter’s When we saw the weather

You know that feeling you have when you have a new haircut? Yeah, we do too. For many of our residents who are job searching, a fresh haircut can give them the confidence they need to land the position. We are excited to partner again with Hair Cuttery for its third annual Share-A-Haircut! On February

It’s nice to have talented friends. Carpenter’s Shelter is fortunate to have many, including Dr. Jessica Hill of Alexandria Family Dental. Dr. Hill occasionally provides emergent dental care for our residents. Although we do not have to call on her often, each time we do, Dr. Hill provides amazing services at no cost to Carpenter’s

Last Friday, Congress made charitable giving even sweeter. The PATH Act, now permanent law, allows individuals age 70 ½ or older to transfer up to $100,000 from an IRA account to their favorite charitable organization without the money being subject to income taxes. This is effective immediately which means you must act quickly to take

Warm scarves and seasonal sweaters are great gifts for your loved ones, but why not give them a gift that will make them feel warm from the inside out?   Purchasing a sustainable gift is a great way to tell someone “I Love You,” without having to brave the stores or worry about selecting the

Represent Carpenter’s Shelter and welcome Santa to town by walking in the Scottish Christmas Walk Parade on Saturday, December 2nd, 2023. The parade will begin at 11:00 a.m., and those interested in walking in the parade will gather at corner of Wolfe Street and N. St. Asaph Street in Old Town at 10:00 a.m. All

You can support homeless individuals and families in our community by simply going out for lunch or dinner. For the entire month of November, when you dine at Overwood in Old Town and mention Carpenter’s Shelter, Overwood will not only donate 15% of your purchase to Carpenter’s Shelter, but they will also discount your bill