THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE experiencing homelessness in Lancaster County keeps growing – and they need your help. Clay Street Emergency Shelter allows individuals to “come as they are” and receive the resources they need to be safe overnight.

Since December 2024, the Lancaster County community has rallied to support the Clay Street Shelter– providing over 600 individuals experiencing homelessness a dignified place to sleep, shower, and get back on their feet.

Located in the lower level of the Otterbein United Methodist Church, CSES provides 85 beds year-round, as the city's only permanent low-barrier emergency shelter. Through operational services provided by YMCA of the Roses, the shelter offers vulnerable adults a safe, warm, and welcoming place to sleep night-by-night.

Your monthly gift continues to fund the Clay Sheet Shelter operations for the night-by-night needs. Help us make stability part of every neighbors Road to Home. Give today!

Clay Street Shelter Operations

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