The 40 Prado Warming Center opens between November 1st-March 31st when the weather forecast includes rain or temperatures below 38* F. Volunteers are especially helpful on these nights, as we open up 40 Prado to more people to stay warm and dry throughout the night. Shifts available: 6:00pm - 9:00pm, 9:00pm - 12:00am, 12:00am - 3:00am, 3:00am - 6:00am Volunteers assist with the evening shift, set up cots, help clients check in and get settled and warm for the night, supervise sleeping areas, and help prepare the shelter for the next day. Volunteers can bring a book or work to keep busy while supervising sleeping clients. These shifts are a great opportunity for college students who have course required hours to complete.Hand out any linen, clean clothing, or food as needed.
The Warming Center also needs donations of the following items. Warming Center donations can be dropped off directly at 40 Prado Road.
- Sleeping bags and blankets
- Tents
- Coffee, tea, creamer, sugar
- Yoga Mats
- Instant Noodle/Cup of Noodles (camping meals as well)
- Large backpacks
- New socks and warm gloves
- Rain gear/ponchos/umbrellas
- Warm Clothing (pants/sweatpants, sweaters, & coats)
- Unopened hygiene items (shampoo, conditioner, soap, razors)
