Out of the Cold

Every Friday evening, starting November 1st, 2024, we will be providing a hot, nutritious sit-down dinner, and access to our clothing room. Doors open at 5 p.m. with last admittance at 7:30 p.m. Starting November 8th, we will be providing a hot breakfast and takeaway lunch from 7 a.m. - 8 a.m.

We are a volunteer-run program providing a hot meal, shelter from the cold, clothing, basic needs, warmth, dignity, and kindness to those in need in our community on Friday evenings from November to March.

Our program is organized and supervised by a dedicated group of volunteers comprised of 120+ church and community members, that prepare and serve nutritious meals, snacks and take-out lunches, distribute clothing and provide supports for fellow members of our community that need it most.

Volunteers

We rely entirely on volunteers and welcome anyone 14+ who can commit to a 3 hour shift Friday afternoons, dinner, evenings or Saturday mornings. The Preparation, and Breakfast shifts are covered by teams who commit to a monthly shift.
All volunteers must follow all current health and safety guidelines. Use our online SignUp system. Please read the task descriptions carefully before committing to a volunteer opportunity. OOTC at Eastminster Volunteer SignUP
Questions related to volunteering? Please email the Volunteer Coordinator.

Email Volunteer Coordinator

Donations

We target very specific needed items that can be distributed efficiently including food items, excellent used condition clothing, new clothing and toiletries.
Please help us minimize the sorting and disposal of goods we can’t safely hand out by donating only the items listed.

Detailed List of Donations Needed

Financial Donations

We are funded 100% by donations - all money donated is used to fund the program.
$15 - buys a hot three course meal for a hungry person in our community
$20 - buys 2 pairs of long johns
$50 - buys a pair of boots or a coat or 3 pairs of sweatpants
$120 - buys 35 pairs of underwear or 3 cases of protein drinks
$1000 – helps us purchase additional items needed by our guests

Donate Here

Organize a Donation Drive / Fundraiser

Consider organizing a food or clothing drive for targeted items or raising funds to help us purchase required items. Reach out to our program coordinator, Gloria McPherson.

Email Gloria