Your kindness enables Urban Triage to maintain its initiatives and assistance for those facing homelessness in Dane County.
| $42 | Average daily cost for our outreach staff to go out and provide essentials packages essential item packages containing items like food, clothing, hygiene products, and blankets to our unhoused neighbors |
| $176 | Average daily cost to provide a program participant with housing support services |
| $612 | Average monthly transportation costs to support individuals and families |
| $1390 | Average monthly amount of housing support provided to individuals and families |
| $3233 | Average amount of rental assistance provided to to individuals and families |
More than 200 people visit The Beacon every day. Help us by purchasing items from our Amazon Wish List and have them shipped directly to The Beacon. The list is updated regularly to reflect current needs.
Due to space and health safety restrictions, we are unable to accept gifts of clothes, food, furniture, artwork or soft toys. We encourage you to bring these items to our friends at St. Vincent de Paul.
St. Vincent de Paul provides our guests with vouchers to shop at their stores. This way, our guests can select items they prefer and have the normalcy of shopping for their own items. It’s just another way we show respect and uphold the dignity of our guests at The Beacon.
If you have questions, please call The Beacon at 608-826-8040.
We support nearly 200 individuals and families experiencing homelessness each month. We need your help in ensuring they have the essential items they need like hand warmers, work boots, work uniforms, gas cards, gift cards, hotel vouchers, blankets, essential bags, etc.
You can purchase some of these items directly from our Amazon Wish List and have them shipped directly to Urban Triage. The list is updated frequently to accurately represent our ongoing needs.
You can also support by donating directly to Urban Triage by clicking the button below.
Volunteering is a powerful act of giving, especially in the fight against homelessness in Dane County. By donating your time and skills, you contribute significantly to the well-being of those in need. Urban Triage invites individuals with a passion for making a difference to join us—whether on your own, by involving your workplace, or by connecting your community. Your efforts can profoundly change lives, offering more than just aid; they provide hope and a path towards empowerment. Come be a part of this meaningful journey with Urban Triage, where every act of service helps lift someone towards a better future.
Numerous volunteering opportunities are available, encompassing housing support, homeless outreach, community engagement for annual events including the Summer Kickback, Harvest Festival, and Black Brilliance Gala, as well as participation in our agriculture program. To become a volunteer, click the button below.
When you make a recurring monthly gift, you become part of a dedicated community of individuals committed to creating positive change in the lives of those facing crisis situations. Your ongoing generosity enables us to maintain and expand our programs and services for those experiencing homelessness in Dane County. Join Urban Triage supporters today by making a recurring monthly donation!
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