For those who live within the homeless condition hope can be found in a good meal; a safe shelter; a steady job which pays a living wage; and a smile to reaffirm the humanity of a person when circumstances seem to have stripped it away.

VOLUNTEERS
You can impact and support guests by volunteering to help within the shelter. Daily help is needed to check in guests, distribute pads and blankets; and serve coffee and snacks.

Each year PADS hosts several fundraising events to support its operations. A variety of skills are needed to plan and organize each event, maximizing the fundraising potential.

For more information about how you can help, contact the office at 847-608-9744.

Download the Volunteer Application here

CONTRIBUTIONS
Goods and services to support the shelter are in high demand. You can access our current needs list here.

Financial contributions are necessary for the shelter’s continued operations. To keep the shelter’s doors open your financial support is vital.

Contributions can be mailed to PADS of Elgin, Inc., 1730 Berkley St, Elgin, IL 60123.