Lawrence Community Shelter

A path to a positive future

Volunteer and Community Engagement Highlights

A group of KU Football players, organized by Carson Bruhn and the KU Cultural Group, volunteered at the Main Shelter. The team assisted with garden cleanup and kitchen operations.

Thank you to the KU Volunteer Team: Carson Bruhn, Hunter Higgins, Na'kwaine Carter, Kevin Sullivan, Kaden Snyder, Austin Alexander, Quincy Davis, Corban Glasco, David Santiago, Nate Sims, Malachi Curvey, and Carter Moses!

Our Mission

Our mission, firmly rooted in human rights, is dedicated to developing compassionate and sustainable solutions towards permanent housing.

Aerial View of Lawrence Community Shelter

Photo credit August Rudisell/Lawrence Times

A front view of the Lawrence Community Shelter building

What We Do

Lawrence Community Shelter offers up to 125 individuals at its main shelter and 50 individuals at The Village temporary accommodations with access to essential services to obtain housing and housing supports.

A view of the Lawrence Community Shelter building, with the sign saying "A path to a positive future"

Shelter and Support

The Lawrence Community Shelter (LCS) provides emergency shelter for 175 individuals, offering essential care coordination and housing stabilization services.

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A view of the interior beds in the Lawrence Community Shelter

Continuous Stay Programming

Our 30-day and 90-day programs offer care coordination and housing stabilization services to help guests access community resources.

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The Village

The Village program provides up to six months of continuous accommodation in private cabins. It offers intensive case management services to assist guests in securing permanent housing and achieving stable incomes.

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Homeless Rehousing

The ultimate goal of LCS is to meet each guest where they are and collaborate with local landlords and community agencies to help our guests find and sustain affordable, permanent housing.

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Meal Services

LCS employs a chef who prepares three nutritious meals each day for individuals in Douglas County, served at both LCS and The Village.

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Homeless Outreach

The City of Lawrence has implemented a new policy for non-resident homeless individuals, providing targeted short-term assistance and support to help them return to their communities of origin.

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"After going through some things, I started working in fast food again. I’m trying to keep a sense of self by staying clean. I don’t wanna fall too far in the gutter. Today looks bright. I woke up in a better frame of mind, with a better outlook. I feel a sense of peace here in the Village." - Joe

Community Partners

Lawrence Community Shelter works hand in hand with regional partners to connect our guests with case management and to provide access to services.

We Need Your Help!

LCS relies on public support and donations from organizations and individuals like you to provide shelter, services and support to those in need in our community. Please consider donating today!

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Get in Touch!

Call

785-832-8864

Email

info@lawrenceshelter.org

Address

3655 E 25th St

Lawrence, KS 66046