Welcome to the 20th year of the Center for the Homeless. From that first day on December 18, 1988 through today, the Center has served more than 44,000 men, women and children by linking them with the programs, agencies and people who can help them break the cycle of homelessness. Partnerships have been forged and fostered to allow us to offer the best services to the people who need them the most.
On the River
August 14-15
For 20 years, the Center for the Homeless has recognized that the issue of homelessness in our community is a shared responsibility. No single organization or person is accountable for the care, shelter and support of our impoverished citizens. It takes an army of dedicated volunteers and community partners creatively working together to tackle this pervasive condition.
On the River 2008 transformed a vacant city lot into a full-fledged beach, literally changing the landscape of downtown South Bend for one day.
Highlights include
A two-day event with one day geared toward families & children
Expanded 6-on-6 volleyball tournament
Live music and entertainment
Two nights of a spectacular fireworks display
Island-themed food and drink offerings
1,500 tons of sand and the sound of the rolling St. Joseph River
VISIT Ontheriverfest.com
For more information, please contact
Jacqueline Kronk (574) 282-8700 ext 424
Community Garden Launch Party
June 24, 7-8pm
Center for the Homeless
Community Garden
Join us as we celebrate the opening of the Center for the Homeless Community Garden, sponsored by Junior League South Bend.
VISION: To provide fresh, locally-grown produce for the Center’s kitchen, educational programs geared around healthy living habits for the families who live at the Center, and a therapeutic space of relaxation and reflection for residents and staff alike.
RSVP
Jacqueline Kronk
(574) 282-8700 ext 424
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Tennis Tournament
July 24 2009
Racquets up! The Center for the Homeless is hosting a women’s-only doubles tennis tournament. Only the fittest will survive this round -robin, fast action tourney. Think you can handle the competition? Then leave the boys at home and join us for great tennis, great food and drinks all for a great cause.
8:30 a.m Light breakfast/registration
9:00 a.m Tournament play begins
Lunch immediately following
TAKE A SWING FOR THE CENTER! REGISTER TODAY!
For more information, please contact
Jacqueline Kronk (574) 282-8700 ext 424
100% of the proceeds benefit the men, women and children who live at the Center for the Homeless.

This bracelet is for Ka’Dayjah, a bright 12-year-old who loves school, making jewelry and aspires to be a doctor or lawyer. She also happens to be homeless.
With a donation you are helping Ka’Dayjah reach her personal goal of attending summer camp at Culver Military Academy. Furthering her experiences, furthering her potential. And someday, she will look further and do the same for another.
For more information, visit http://lookfurther.tumblr.com/.