WarmStreets

Mission: WarmStreets serves the homeless and near homeless populations in Central Virginia, providing essential support and community engagement.

Services:

• Outreach to homeless and near homeless individuals
• Distribution of backpacks and sanitary kits
• Newsletter (Street Talk) for street folks in Lynchburg
• Community networking and crowdsourcing efforts
• Partnering with houses of worship, organizations, businesses, schools, and individuals
• Providing ways for the community to participate in service activities

Eligibility:

Open to homeless and near homeless individuals in Central Virginia, regardless of their life choices or future prospects.

Program Details:

WarmStreets operates primarily through volunteer efforts, without seeking or receiving government support. They focus on community-based support, networking, and crowdsourcing to serve the homeless population. They distribute backpacks and sanitary kits, and produce a newsletter aimed at street folks in Lynchburg. The organization encourages community involvement through activities like adopting backpacks or making sanitary kits using provided supplies. Their services are specifically targeted at Central Virginia, including Lynchburg and surrounding areas.

Additional Information:

WarmStreets emphasizes that the homeless are part of the community and should be supported without discrimination. They partner with various community entities and operate entirely through volunteer efforts, thinking outside the box to meet needs. They do not seek government funding and rely on community participation to expand their outreach and services.