Unity Southeast Warming shelter
Open Nightly December 1, 2024 - March 1, 2025, 9pm - 6am
Unity Southeast in Kansas City has been actively involved in providing shelter for unhoused residents during extreme weather conditions. Here are some details about their efforts:
Unity Southeast In Kansas City:
Location: Unity Southeast Church is located at 3421 E Meyer Blvd, Kansas City, MO, 641321.
Lead Coordinator: The Reverend Randy Fikki initiated this shelter within the church and now coordinates with the city during extreme temperatures and high-demand overflow.
Capacity: The shelter is set up with 40 beds and 6 Tables providing a room filled with beds, love, snacks, blankets, and first aid care, and safety.
Purpose: Unity Southeast Church aims to offer a safe and warm space for nhoused individuals during severe weather conditions.
Availability: The shelter opens when the weather poses a significant risk, such as extremely low temperatures or dangerous wind chills.
Impact: By providing shelter, they let people know that they matter, are seen, and will be taken care of.
Unity Southeast Church’s commitment to sheltering the unhoused during harsh weather demonstrates compassion and community support. Their efforts make a significant difference in the lives of those facing homelessness.
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OTHER ITEMS ALWAYS ACCEPTED:
Call our Main Office at 816-841-1402 For Drop Off Times!
TOILETRIES
Toothpaste and Toothbrushes. Basic oral hygiene products are often taken for granted, but they hold immense importance for those without a stable living situation. Your donation of toothpaste and toothbrushes can bring smiles to faces that have endured hardships.
Shampoo. Access to clean, personal hygiene products can restore a sense of normalcy for people experiencing homelessness. We request shampoo in plastic bottles only to ensure safety, practicality and convenience.
Liquid Body Wash. Liquid body wash offers a more hygienic option over bar soap for maintaining cleanliness, making it an essential item to donate.
Shaving Cream and Disposable Razors for Men and Women: Personal grooming can often be overlooked in dire circumstances. Your donation of shaving cream and disposable razors empowers individuals to care for themselves with dignity.
CLOTHING
Men’s T-shirts and underwear (in sizes M, L, XL, XXL)
Women’s underwear (in sizes S, M, L, XL, 2XL)
Clothing items like these are crucial for providing comfort and dignity for homeless people with limited wardrobes.
MENSTRUAL SUPPLIES
Tampons
Disposable or Reusable Pads
Lack of access to menstrual supplies is a very serious issue for those experiencing homelessness. When girls and women don’t have access to the menstrual supplies they need, they avoid going to school or going to work. By providing these our female clients are confident, comfortable, and can continue to move forward on their journey from homelessness..
INFANT AND TODDLER SUPPLIES
When people think of what homeless shelters need most, many never consider babies, infants, toddlers, and small children as part of the homeless population staying at Unity Southeast. Our smallest clients depend on your support to provide diapers in all sizes while their parents can focus on providing safe, stable housing for them.
Diapers and Pull Ups: For families with young children, diapers (sizes 2, 3, and up) and pull-ups (in all sizes) are indispensable. These items relieve parents of one of their most pressing concerns, allowing them to focus on rebuilding their lives.
By generously donating these items to Unity Southeast Warming Center, you extend a lifeline of care to those facing adversity. Your contribution resonates beyond the physical items; it sends a powerful message of compassion, reminding our clients that their community stands with them.
To find out what needs are currently most pressing at our shelter, please call our Main Office at 816-841-1402
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