|  | | Construction Update: 20 Walworth Street We are thrilled to announce that the renovation and expansion of the first of our emergency shelters at 20 Walworth Street is now complete and demolition has started at 14 Walworth Street. On Friday, March 28th a crew of amazing volunteers from Pitney Meadows Community Farm and our staff members spent the day moving furniture and helping our houseguests get settled. Every detail of the renovation was thoughtfully designed to uphold our guests' dignity and enhance their well-being. The completion of the renovation at 20 Walworth Street is the second project under our Homeless Housing Assistance Program grant we received in 2020 to substantially renovate our Emergency Shelter facilities and expand our Supportive Housing program. A special thank you to everyone who worked on the project, including you, our contributors, the NYS Office of Temporary Disability Assistance (OTDA), DAASNY, Olsen Architects, and Munter Enterprises. This project would not be possible without your support! You can stay up-to-date with our construction progress on our blog. |
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|  | A view from Walworth Street of the newly opened House 20 Emergency Shelter. |
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 | Some of our amazing staff, and the crew from Pitney Meadows Community Farm, who helped us move. |
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| | Guest Story: Meet Jon Jon’s life has been shaped by heartbreak, resilience, and an unrelenting search for stability. Diagnosed with schizophrenia at 12, he spent years navigating trauma, addiction, and homelessness—constantly starting over after losing everything to wildfires, hurricanes, and abusive relationships. But when he found Shelters of Saratoga, everything changed. For the first time in years, Jon has a home, a future, and the support he never thought possible. Read his powerful story of survival and hope on our blog. |
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| | You Are Invited: One Fine Day Cocktail Reception
June 12th | 5:30-8:30pm | Prime at Saratoga National |
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| | Our One Fine Day event is a celebration of hope, resilience, and the power of community coming together to support those experiencing homelessness in our community. Every dollar raised during One Fine Day helps provide safe shelter, support services, and a path to independence to help individuals rebuild their lives. Join us for an evening filled with delicious food, live entertainment, and meaningful connection—all while making a direct impact on the lives of those who need it most. Be part of something truly special. Together, we can make lasting change. |
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| | Congratulations to our Associate Executive Director, Stephanie! |
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| We are thrilled to share that our Associate Executive Director, Stephanie, has been recognized as one of B95.5’s 20 Outstanding Women. Stephanie’s unwavering dedication to our mission and her passion for helping others make a lasting impact in the Capital Region. Whether she’s advocating for those in need, coordinating vital services, or leading with compassion, she truly goes above and beyond to make our community a better place. Join us in celebrating Stephanie and all the amazing women being recognized! Listen to her interview at the link below. |
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| | | | For the past two years, our Emergency Shelter has had a beloved acoustic guitar—fondly named Fiona—that brought comfort, connection, and countless songs to life. But after years of joyful use, Fiona could no longer be tuned, and repairs weren’t an option. When one of our guests, a talented musician, brought this to our attention, a staff member turned to the community for help. A simple post in a local Buy Nothing group sparked something incredible. In no time, we received not just one, but two guitars—along with a music stand and a tuner—all generously donated by kind-hearted neighbors. The joy was immediate. Our resident songbird, Paul, was over the moon, and the music that fills our shelter will continue to bring people together, thanks to the generosity of our community. |
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| | | | | Front Desk Volunteers Wanted We’re looking for friendly and dedicated individuals to join our team as Front Desk Volunteers at Shelters of Saratoga! Responsibilities include answering and directing phone calls, logging donations and inventory accurately, and performing daily tasks using basic computer skills. If you’re ready to make a difference in our community, we’d love to have you on our team! |
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| | Become a Pillars of Hope Partner |
| Join our Pillars of Hope program and make a lasting impact in our community! As a corporate partner, your business or organization can help provide critical support to individuals facing homelessness by donating, volunteering, or hosting a supply drive. Your partnership ensures that Shelters of Saratoga can continue offering essential services to those in need. Together, we can build a stronger, more compassionate community. Ready to get involved? Click below to learn more about how your business can become a Pillars of Hope partner! |
|  | Pictured are members of The Church at Newtown Road, whose congregation came together to create Welcome Home kits for our guests transitioning into stable housing from our Emergency Shelter or Code Blue shelter. |
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 | An example of a Welcome Home cleaning kit, which includes basic essentials for our guests to maintain a clean space of their own. |
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