SJC News
The latest news on SJC’s programs, advocacy, events, partnerships, and stories of transformation from the people we serve on the road home.
Support Our Mission
You are what makes the work of SJC possible. Contributions from our community are literally life-saving for the people who we serve.
Volunteer @ SJC
Volunteers are the heart of SJC’s Day Shelter, playing a central role in its operation and basic services. 2-hour blocks of your choosing make it flexible!
Employment @ SJC
SJC provides human-centered care that addresses the individual barriers to housing. We meet people where they are, accompanying them on the road home.
Mission Success: Fiscal Year 2025 Outcomes
July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025
253
people who worked with the Day Shelter or Outreach moved home.
3,163
people visited the Day Shelter 52,776 times
7,839
services provided to 837 people by Street Outreach
98%
of people in Permanent Supportive Housing maintained their housing for 12+ months
1,934
Day Shelter services provided to assist with state IDs and birth certificates
48%
of people in Permanent Supportive Housing gained or maintained income
🧹💙 Community starts with caring for one another — and our neighborhood.
This week, the Sheehan Landing cleaning crew stepped out into the surrounding neighborhood to help clean up trash and keep our community beautiful. Their hard work is a reminder that everyone deserves pride in the place they call home and that small acts of service can make a big impact.
We’re proud of our residents and team members for leading by example and showing what community care looks like in action. 🌎✨
#SheehanLanding #StJohnCenter #CommunityCare #Louisville
📣 Outreach Academy is back!
Join us on June 17 as we welcome Scarlett Simpson from UP for Women and Children. Learn about the resources and support available to women and children experiencing homelessness in our community.
🕛 12:00–1:00 PM
📍 Jeff Street Baptist Community at Liberty
🥪 Free lunch provided by the Dona O'Sullivan Fund
No RSVP required—just come learn, connect, and engage with community partners!
🚗 Turn Your Old Vehicle Into Hope 🚗
Did you know you can support St. John Center by donating your used car through Careasy?
Careasy makes the process simple by accepting vehicles in many conditions, then reselling them to benefit organizations like St. John Center. Proceeds from your donation help support individuals experiencing homelessness as they work toward stable housing and brighter futures.
Ready to make an impact?
Visit Careasy’s St. John Center page to learn more and donate your vehicle today. careasy.org/nonprofit/st-john-center
💙 Every donation helps drive change in our community.
#StJohnCenter #VehicleDonation #Careasy #HousingFirst #LouisvilleKY #EndHomelessness
⏰ Trivia & Toiletries is THIS WEEK! ⏰
There’s still time to grab your tickets for one of the most fun nights of the summer! Join St. John Center on June 10th for an evening of trivia, laughter, and community impact. 🧠💙
Tickets are going fast, so don’t wait to secure your team’s spot! Plus, bring along toiletry donations to help support individuals experiencing homelessness in our community.
🎟️ Get your tickets now: www.stjohncenter.org/trivia-toiletries/
📅 June 10th
🏆 Trivia & prizes
🧼 Toiletry drive
💙 Supporting St. John Center’s mission
See you there!
