Resources At Our Meal Sites

In addition to cooking and serving meals, the Gathering seeks to respond to other needs of our guests when possible, including mental health, medical, housing and food share assistance along with street supply distributions.  Our preference is to deliver such services through collaborative programming with other Milwaukee organizations.

 

  • Provided during the breakfast meal at The Gathering at Running Rebels (1300 W Fond Du Lac Ave). The Gathering collaborates with Milwaukee County Housing Division providing outreach to any individuals currently experiencing homelessness. If an individual is without shelter, or occupying temporary local shelter, an outreach worker will work one-on-one with our guests to learn their needs and assist in any way possible. Through this involvement with The Gathering, the Housing Division has helped dozens of individuals move from the streets into permanent housing.

    To learn more about housing options for former inmates, as well as tips for maintaining healthy boundaries when staying with family or friends after release, review Bankrate’s article on Securing Housing After Incarceration.

    Additionally, Section 8 housing provides affordable housing options to low-income families. With more than 80% of American households earning less than $20,000 per year, it's even more important for families to understand the facts and fully understand their eligibility. Bankrate has created a guide including Section 8 facts and statistics, affordable housing options, key tenant rights and Section 8 eligibility and resources. View Bankrate’s Section 8 Housing Guide Here.

  • The Aurora Mobile Health medical van also provides free health services for The Gathering’s guests bi-monthly at our Ascension Lutheran Church and Running Rebels locations.

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  • Street Angels is now on site at The Gathering’s Running Rebels location, expanding access to critical services for those in need. Through this partnership, the Showers of Hope mobile program will be available on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays, beginning April 8, 2026, at 1300 W Fond du Lac—bringing essential resources directly to the community.

    Founded in 2016, Street Angels is a mobile outreach organization serving individuals experiencing unsheltered homelessness across Milwaukee County. Their work focuses on providing dignified care, building relationships, and connecting individuals to long-term support.

    The Showers of Hope program offers more than just a hot shower—it creates a space for dignity, care, and connection. Guests have access to clean clothing, towels, hygiene kits, a nutritious meal, and a private, welcoming environment, with ADA-accessible options available. Open to anyone in need, the program helps meet a fundamental human need while restoring a sense of comfort and respect.

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