Welcome to
Van Buren Center
Contacts
Tel:
614-689-2020
Today's Hours
Welcome to Van Buren Center!
We Are Open!
The Van Buren Center is remaining open during this crisis to serve our most vulnerable population who are experiencing a homeless episode.
Help us continue to serve our Guests by donating critical supplies we currently are in need of to protect the health, well-being, and safety of our Guests and staff.
Our mission remains focused on treating our Guests with dignity, compassion, and respect. We know that by working together we will be able to continue to serve our most vulnerable population.
Current Needs:
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Bottled water
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Garbage bags
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Towels and washcloths
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Tissues
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Over the counter medication (Tylenol, cold/flu medicines)
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Cleaning Supplies for Guests (Clorox/ Lysol)
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Sanitary Napkins & Disposable Underwear (in all sizes for men and woman)
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Snack-like items/ non-perishable
You can drop off much-needed supplies every day between 9:00 AM- 5:00 PM. Pull up to our dock and call 614-689-2020 and a staff member will meet you there to help unload your vehicle. There will be a sign posted outside on the dock to help direct you when you arrive.
Click Here to visit our Target Wish List and order items online that can be shipped directly to our location.
To sponsor a meal for our Guests or for any additional information about how you can help us email: vbvolunteer@ymcacolumbus.org
Donate Now to support our efforts to provide critical supplies and supports.
For updates and information about services, the YMCA of Central Ohio is currently offering click here.
How You Can Help
Donations Needed:
- Snack-like items/non-perishable
- Garbage Bags
- Bottled Water
- Towels and wash cloths
- Sanitary Napkins & Disposable Underwear
- OTC medication (Tylenol, cold/flu)
- Cleaning Supplies for Guests
- Tissues
Caring Kitchen
A workplace development program for women experiencing homelessness that will help them gain valuable skills around preparation and food packaging.
Give Her Hope
The YMCA of Central Ohio, in partnership with dedicated community volunteers, is committed to reuniting women experiencing homelessness with their families for the holiday season. Your help can be the difference between sleeping in a shelter or going home to a loving family environment. With your support, we can drastically change the holidays for 200 families. With your support, we will help 200 women rebuild their lives.