God has made it abundantly clear that He has called us all to lead lives of service. As Christians, it is imperative that we offer dignified service to all those we reach. Dignified service implies that we honor the dignity and value of each person we serve. Not only do we extend this kind of…

With the holidays upon us and COVID still lurking, Hearts for the Homeless is determined to carry out our outreach programs and special holiday events.  Since the beginning of the pandemic, we have maintained our outreach programs consistently. The Mobile Soup Kitchen and the Hearts Food Pantry have been operating without interruption as we made…

Temperatures in Western New York begin to drop in October, with the rare surprise of a below-freezing night before November is even here. Worse are the nights through the winter months, in which the average daily temperature is below 40 degrees Fahrenheit, and the dangerous nights of January below 20 degrees. The freezing weather is…

As we transition into Fall and the first frosts sneak up on Western New York, we start to think more about shelter and protection from the elements for our homeless residents. However, we have to consider the impact of accessibility to hot meals for poor and homeless people year-round. At Hearts for the Homeless, we…

Here at Hearts For The Homeless, so much of what we are able to do for our community is centered around our beloved Thrift Shop. Located on Tonawanda Street in Buffalo, Hearts Thrift Shop is located in an impoverished area where residents are less likely to have access to transportation or the funds to shop…

Matthew 22:36-40 (NIV) 36 “Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?” 37 Jesus replied: “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.’ 38 This is the first and greatest commandment.  39 And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’…

They shall not hunger nor thirst; neither shall the heat nor sun smite them: for He that hath mercy on them shall lead them, even by the springs of water shall He guide them. — Isaiah 49:10 Our overall good health is dependent upon water. Not only does the human body depend on water to…

The weather is heating up and we’re all excited to get out of the house again. But not everyone is looking forward to the warmer summer months. People experiencing homelessness face hygienic issues in the summertime that many of us do not think of in our daily lives. Some of the obstacles that the homeless…

Characterized by a profound spiritual motivation, Hearts for the Homeless has always been passionate about caring for the community. In our decades of operation, we have seen neighbors care for one another with great compassion to provide love, consistency, dependability, friendship, fellowship and most importantly hope. Hope that there is still good in the world.…

Now that the coldest winter months are behind us, we can begin to look forward to the warmth and sunshine that spring brings. In March, daylight savings time began and the Spring Equinox took place on March 19th, signifying the start of a new, warmer season. This means that it is time to prepare for…