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The Interfaith Winter Shelter (IWS) provides low barrier emergency shelter for Bloomington’s homeless population during winter evenings from November through March. Initiated in 2009, a coalition of faith communities came together out of concern for the health, safety, and well-being of men and women who are homeless.
IWS operates as a “rotating site.” Four facilities take turns providing shelter space each night, and several congregations—along with the community at large—provide volunteers, supplies, and financial resources.
The shelter is currently accepting donations and recruiting volunteers as it gears up for the winter season. You don’t have to be a member of a faith community in order to volunteer or offer financial support.
There are currently no additional training sessions planned. If you have questions about the training, please contact us via the email address listed on this page.
