Billy
Brumfield Shelter
The
Billy Brumfield Shelter, a shelter for up to 60 men a night, provides three services. It serves as an emergency shelter for homeless men, offering safe shelter, clean showers, nutritious food, and a supportive community. It also offers a drug and alcohol rehabilitation program, supoorted by AA meetings, group and individual counseling, employment requirements, and a savings program. Finally, for men with medical disabilities, it provides support and a stable place to live as they navigate state and federal requirements to receive benefits and permanent housing.
Facts
- Over
700 men a year find shelter at the Billy Brumfield House.
- The
Billy Brumfield House was named for a homeless man who died
of hypothermia while sleeping in his car.
Volunteering
Volunteers
are needed to:
- Provide
a light breakfast for 45 men
- Host
Bingo Night
-
House-sit at the shelter while residents go to an AA meeting
Contributions
If
you are interested in contributing financially to the Billy Brumfield
Shelter, you can mail or take your donation to:
Stewpot
Community Services
1100 West Capitol Street
Jackson MS 39203
You may also contribute online! To make a contribution using your credit card or Paypal account, press this button:
Contact Us
Contact:
Wilbert Logan
Phone: 601-353-2759 or 601-948-2864
