Elk Grove Winter Sanctuary (EG WINS) is a joint effort with local churches to offer temporary, emergency shelter for homeless people in Elk Grove.

This program of Elk Grove HART is based on the successful model used in Davis, CA since 2007, and is supported by Sacramento Self Help Housing, Elk Grove Food Bank Services and the City of Elk Grove. Our third season begins December 10, 2017 and runs for 12 weeks ending March 3, 2018. Local churches will provide accommodations for up to 20 men, women, and families with a warm, dry place to sleep, a hot meal, and friendly companionship.

We are looking for individuals who have a compassionate heart for others and are willing to donate one day a week for the 12 week program. We offer different duties and different amounts of involvement to meet individual needs of our volunteers.

Use our Sign Up Genius on-line volunteer form:

Volunteer Sign-Up

What are volunteers expected to do? Click here to see more information.

What churches are participating this year? Click here for a list of churches and the dates they will be hosting.

Do you need a safe, comfortable place to stay this winter?

Elk Grove HART Winter Sanctuary is a free program serving Elk Grove’s homeless men and women. Nightly, December 10, 2017 to March 3, 2018 (12 weeks), Winter Sanctuary provides overnight sanctuary, dinner, and breakfast at one of the participating local churches.

Register at Elk Grove United Methodist Church 8986 Elk Grove Blvd. between 5:30 and 6 p.m. Do not arrive earlier than 5:20 p.m. The Winter Sanctuary program takes place at other churches around Elk Grove. Transportation provided.

Important Things to Know:

• Bikes can be stored and it is okay to bring a bag/backpack, but we do not have storage for other items.
• Guests are required to register and sign a code of conduct.
• Once you register for a night you are expected to stay until morning. If you decide to leave, you will not be re-admitted.
• No smoking, drugs, or weapons.
• No pets are allowed.