Informing the community is the primary responsibility of the Siouxland Sleep Out. Many other Iowa cities are following our example; we estimate 1,500 volunteers will spend 25,000 hours raising awareness this year. Funds raised here have been used to provide housing and recovery programs within Sioux City. Some of these programs we’ve supported are Shesler Hall, Community Action Agency of Siouxland, Hope Street of Siouxland, The Warming Shelter, and Gospel Mission:
The Gospel Mission
Established in 1938, The Gospel Mission is a non-profit, non-denominational Christian ministry dedicated to serving the needs of the homeless in Siouxland.
We first address the basic needs of those who come into our care by providing a safe place to stay in one of our shelters, hot meals from our kitchen, groceries from our food pantry and clothing and household items from our Thrift Stores.
For those who seek a path to getting back on their feet and escaping the cycle of homelessness, we also offer spiritual guidance, life skills, parenting training, jobs, counseling and so much more.
Here at the Mission, we seek to show the love of Christ to everyone who comes through our door. We meet people where they are in their journey, whether they stay with us for one night or months on end.
SafePlace
SafePlace (formerly CSADV) is a private, non profit agency that is dedicated to helping victims of sexual assault, domestic violence, and homicide become empowered in their quest for dignity and self-respect. The purpose of SafePlace’s program is to provide a central agency where victims can receive assistance, reassurance, support, and a sense of stability.
The Council on Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence provides support, advocacy, and a safe environment to empower adults and children who have experienced domestic violence or sexual assault and Homicide. Through leadership and education, SafePlace works collaboratively with the community to promote social change and to end violence.
SafePlace began with a simple mission: help women escape violent situations. We have for years been aiding women, and men, too, escape abusive homes and relationships, find refuge and set goals to establish a life free of abuse and fear.
As an organization, we are a private, non-profit agency. We are dedicated to helping victims of domestic violence and sexual assault by providing necessary housing, food and clothing in a location where you can receive financial and counseling help, security, and a sense of stability for you and your children.
We know that it is not easy, and we know you will need a helping hand, and we are prepared to fully help you with all your needs.
Our facility in Sioux City has 12 rooms with access to many more, 20 advocates, a large kitchen, children’s play room and living room, as well as a clothing and products room full of the generous donations from the community. We have an additional building used for our outreach program to provide counseling and other services. The administrative offices are housed here as well.
If you have questions or need help call 1-800-982-7233. All information is confidential and services are free of charge.
Hope Street of Siouxland
Hope Street of Siouxland opened in June 2019 to connect our community through innovation and collaboration creating an inclusive and successful “continuum of care” that enables us to reach and serve those suffering from homelessness, addictions and mental illness in our greater Siouxland community. We want to meet the need to offer a safe, sober home for adult males seeking recovery. Hope Street of Siouxland provides a substance-free living environment and links guests to community resources and services to maintain a sober lifestyle.
The Warming Shelter
The Warming Shelter was established with the mission of ensuring that homeless individuals in the Siouxland Community would have a place to go to ensure their survival during the frigid Iowa winters. Since opening in 2013 there have been no reported deaths due to unsheltered individuals not having a warm place to go during the winter months.
Our mission has since then grown into much more than just a place to stay. The Warming Shelter is available to ALL INDIVIDUALS who are experiencing homelessness. We are dedicated to serving the homeless community with the utmost compassion and respect. The Warming Shelter values human dignity and the lives of every individual that walks through our doors. Our dedicated staff members go above and beyond to fulfill our mission day in and day out!