Friends of the Homeless of the South Shore

Friends of the Homeless South Shore is a Weymouth-based nonprofit that provides shelter, food, clothing, education and advocacy for families experiencing homelessness on the South Shore. Its work goes beyond a bed: the organization helps families strengthen relationships, find education and jobs, secure and keep affordable housing, and build long-term self-sufficiency. It addresses physical, emotional, social and spiritual needs and emphasizes treating every person with dignity and respect.

The group dates to 1982, when a small church in Hingham found families living in cars, motels and campgrounds and formed a coalition of faith communities, civic groups and government agencies to respond. It launched the Faith Home-Share Program in 1988 and later opened Faith Place Shelter in Weymouth and the Rehoboth Shelter in Norwell, growing into a regional network of family services.

What to Know

• It is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, so donations are tax deductible.
• The organization is affiliated with North Street Community Church and Nazarene Compassionate Ministries.
• Families it has served describe case management help and children’s programs with mentors.