Tri-County Emergency Shelter Fund
Help Families in Crisis Stay Safe This Winter
Hundreds of our neighbors—including children, seniors, and working families—have lost access to safe, stable shelter. Your gift provides emergency relief and long-term hope for those experiencing homelessness in our community
The Crisis at Hand
When the local shelter in O’Fallon closed, over 600 people in St. Charles County were left with nowhere to go—30% of them are families, many with children trying to stay in school while living in cars or storage units.
One mom, working full-time and sober since 2017, was forced to live in a storage unit with her children. Her teenage son is still attending school, trying to do homework in a space never meant for living. This isn’t a news story from far away—it’s happening right here, in our community.
The Need is Urgent
- No emergency shelter beds currently qavailable in St. Charles County
- 784 people across our tri-county area are experiencing homelessness
- Families, seniors, and chidren need safe, warm places to sleep tonight
- Local churches and volunteers are stretched beyond capacity
How You Can Help
Your gift supports shelter and housing solutions coordinated by the Tri-County Continuum of Care (COC).
Funds are directed toward the most urgent needs, which may include:
- Emergency lodging for families and vulnerable individuals
- Weather-response shelters during extreme conditions
- Transitional housing and long-term stability programs
- Coordination, case management, and community resource development
Why This Matters
95% of people who are rehoused stay housed for 2+ years.
90% are homeless for the first time.
With your help, we can break the cycle—not just for this winter, but for good.
Every Dollar Makes a Difference
Your generosity helps keep someone safe, warm, and hopeful tonight.
Together, we can build a community where everyone has a place to call home.
