Welcome to
Van Buren Center
Contacts
Tel:
614-689-2020
Today's Hours
Welcome to Van Buren Center!
Mission Statement
The mission of the Van Buren Center is to provide safe emergency shelter to individuals in our community experiencing a homeless crisis. The programs and services available connect these individuals with the resources and support they need to resolve their housing crisis.
Vision
We protect basic human rights and meet human needs by providing safe shelter. We instill hope and provide support to our guests for their long-term success by serving each individual with dignity, compassion, and respect.
Programs We Offer
Shelter
The Van Buren Center serves Single Adult Women, Men, and Families. Our main objective is to offer the resources and services these individuals need to stabilize and maintain independent housing while providing access to those supportive services needed in order to achieve the highest possible standard of living.
Services
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Case Management
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Employment Support
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Meal Service
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Housing Search Assistance
Volunteer & Donations
Want more information about volunteering or donations? Visit our YMCA Shelter Services Volunteer Hub!
Learn More
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.
How You Can Help
Donations Needed:
- Shampoo (Travel Size)
- Body Wash (Travel Size)
- Deodorant
- Diapers (Size 5 & 6)
- Depends (All Sizes)
- Towels/Washcloths