In 1996, Seattle Housing and Resource Effort (SHARE) accepted an invitation to open up a nightly shelter, 7 days a week at Maple Leaf Lutheran Church in Meadowbrook. Every evening a group of up to 20 individuals arrive at the church. Using mats stored at the church and a kitchen designated for the residents, they settle in for a night in the community hall of the church. Since the beginning, church members and community volunteers have supported the effort to welcome the residents staying at the church. Presently, the community kitchen group of the Sustainable NE Seattle (http://sustainableneseattle.ning.com/), along with guests of our Urban Cross Trek Program, has provided healthy meals throughout the year.
The issues and challenges of homelessness are numerous. The residents of the Maple Leaf Shelter have sought shelter here since 1996. Often the issues of compartmentalization create daily tension and incompatibility. Shelters may not have showers (we do), so residents … Continued
Each Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday season, the residents of Maple Leaf SHARE shelter need a place to be safe and warm. Most government buildings and public space opportunities are not available. This year is no different. Not only does MC2 … Continued
With the 50th annual Super Bowl held on the west coast this season, a 3pmgame started the fun early. MC2 invited residents to a casual day of relaxation and food. Another generous donation by Lake City’s Papa Murphys Pizza filled … Continued
Practicing compassion takes on many forms. This November, Girl Scout Troop ‘Daisy’s’ and Moms planned a pizza meal. Benefiting the Maple Leaf SHARE shelter gave all a chance to sit down and learn more about how people try and cope … Continued
We all have heard the family shout out as we’d go out the door; did you brush your teeth?! With the Maple Leaf Shelter operation, that can’t always happen. The facility at the church site does support a hygiene center and … Continued
This past May, community of NE Seattle held their shelter meal for the residents at Maple Leaf Lutheran Church. On the same Sunday, I spent the afternoon harvesting lettuce at the Meadowbrook Community Garden to be donated to the Lake … Continued
Students from Willamette University visiting the Meadowbrook neighborhood donated a pizza meal to the residents of Maple Leaf Shelter this past Wednesday evening. Papa Murphy’s Take Home Pizza in Lake City offered discounted rates to the visiting student group. The … Continued
5th Annual Empty Bowls benefiting North HelplineSunday May 4, 2014 Noon-3 pmThe commons at Nathan Hale High School, 10750 30th Ave NE Select a handcrafted bowl created by local students and artisans. Enjoy live music while savoring a meal of … Continued
Residents of the Seattle shelter at the Maple Leaf Lutheran Church in Meadowbrook accepted the invitation to arrive early and enjoy an exciting day of watching Seahawk football. Like many in Seattle, residents were gathered around the TV to watch … Continued
Nickelsville Shelter Fundraiser at Keystone Church in Wallingford served up delicious pancakes on the seasonally cool Saturday. Karen and Terry V enjoyed the meal and opportunity to meet some of the residents, as well. Seemed like a great turn out … Continued
MC2’s shelter partner, Seattle Housing and Resource Effort (SHARE) is joining a coalition with Transit Riders Union, Nickelsville, WHEEL (Women’s Housing Equality and Enhancement League)and SAFE (Standing Against Foreclosures and Evictions) to encourage the Committee to End Homelessness in King … Continued
The Seattle Times ran a story about SHARE shelters (June 2nd, 2013) that operate in various churches in and around the Seattle area. The resident-run shelters offered a response to the story and sent out to MC2 and the larger … Continued
