Celebrating 22 Years of Compassion: The WHO Continues to Provide Hope and Shelter for Those in Need
The Winter Hospitality Overflow (WHO) is an overflow shelter providing additional capacity for individuals and families in our community who are currently experiencing homelessness and need to get in from the outside on any given night during the coldest months, from November 1 to March 31.The WHO operates at two locations:
- St. Paul Lutheran Church: Hosts 25-30 single men
- St. Andrew Lutheran Church: Welcomes 45 women and families
The WHO is an interfaith and community-supported program where guests are offered a warm place to sleep, a hot shower, a meal, and the welcome and warmth of a caring community working to address the most basic human needs.
Our Journey
Since 2002, the WHO program has been responding to the significant surge in homelessness throughout the county. Our goal remains simple yet crucial: to provide additional shelter during the harshest winter months, filling the gap between available space and increased need. With the unfailing support of over 55 faith communities, organizations, and countless individuals, we’ve been able to sustain this vital service for over two decades. Your partnership is essential to continue this vital community service. For more information or to get involved, please email who@salvan.org.
Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness in our community.
If you need assistance from November 1 to March 30, call the Housing Hotline at (360) 695-9677, Monday to Friday, between 9 am to 5 pm and on weekends from 11 am to 2 pm.
