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Who can stay at Carpenter’s Shelter?

Carpenter’s Shelter provides emergency shelter to families and single adults who are experiencing homelessness in the City of Alexandria.…

How long do people stay at Carpenter’s Shelter?

Carpenter’s Shelter does not have a prescribed length of stay for residents. Residents are assisted in finding permanent housing as quickly as possi…

What happens to residents when they leave Carpenter’s Shelter?

Typically, when individuals and families leave the shelter, they transition into our Rapid Re-Housing program and receive assistance with start up hou…

Why are people homeless?

There are myriad factors that can lead to homelessness including lack of affordable housing, racial inequities, unemployment, underemployment, generat…

How much does it cost to run Carpenter’s Shelter?

Carpenter’s Shelter’s FY2023 organizational budget is $3.8 million including pass through rental subsidies for clients who transition to permanent…

How can I make a difference?

Your time and resources are valuable. Get involved where you can have a direct and immediate impact on the lives of those experiencing homelessness. …

What kind of donations do you accept?

  Monetary: Please visit our donation page to learn more about financial giving. In-Kind: Due to limited storage space, we restrict our acceptanc…