Over 25,000 homeless men, women, and children have sought refuge at the Arlington Life Shelter over the past 35 years. On a very cold night in 1987, volunteers opened the doors of the First Presbyterian Church of Arlington, welcoming those with no place to call home. What started as a night shelter for single men now serves 120 men, women, and families (140 in inclement weather) 24 hours, 365 days a year. Homeless individuals and families arrive throughout the Metroplex for a number of reasons. The lack of affordable housing, job loss, eviction, and domestic violence are most often identified as the catalyst(s) for homelessness.
OUR PROGRAM
Education and employment are the cornerstones of the agency's structured program. Our philosophy is that in order to regain self-sufficiency, one must have the ability to secure and maintain employment to produce a steady income. Individual residents receive assistance in identifying the barriers keeping them from maintaining employment and stability in the community.
27,847 nights of shelter and 143,000 meals to our neighbors experiencing homelessness in North Texas.
The mission of Arlington Life Shelter is to promote self-sufficiency by providing shelter, employment programs and transitional services for North Texans impacted by homelessness.
Donate to Arlington Life Shelter and make a lasting impact on the lives of those navigating homelessness.
Your support helps us continue our mission to provide safe shelter, meals, and vital support services for homeless individuals and families on their path to self-sufficiency.
At the Arlington Life Shelter diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are at the core of what we do. DEI is central to our mission of assisting individuals and families experiencing homelessness create a path to self-sufficiency.
Organization name
Arlington Life Shelter
Causes
Employment & Workforce Development, Housing, Shelter & Homelessness
Operating Budget
$3,000,000 - $9,999,999
Counties Served
Tarrant
BIPOC Serving
Black or African American, Hispanic or Latinx
Equity Statement
Equity Statement
Address
325 W DIVISION ST