Hope, Love & Dignity since 2019.
Grace Inn Shelter is located at 315 Church Street and is a 21-bed emergency shelter for adults in Belleville and surrounding areas, with a special focus on dignity, community and mentorship.
Every night in our city there are people with nowhere to go. Some sleep on park benches, a tent in the woods or a strangers couch. Others stay up all night in 24 hour coffee shops. But since Grace Inn opened it’s doors, this has changed.
Homelessness is, among other things, a series of losses. A loss of a home of course, but often also, a loss of relationships, a loss of choices, a loss of safety, a loss of hope.
Grace Inn works to restore dignity to the difficult experience of homelessness, helping people to feel safe, valued, and empowered.
What does dignity look like in a homeless shelter? For starters, we provide semi-private bedrooms, instead of a gymnasium filled with cots; lockers, so that people can sleep well, knowing that their belongings are safe; access to shower and laundry facilities for personal use, as well as opportunities for mentorship and community. We are committed to meeting the emergency needs of as many as possible, and giving them the help they need, making homelessness a part of their past and not their future.
Registered Charity #: 740941695RT0001
Our Amazing Staff
At Grace Inn Shelter, our dedicated staff are at the heart of everything we do. Open 365 days a year, our team provides unwavering support to Guests, always offering compassion and care. Their incredible hearts and deep love for the people we serve make a lasting impact, creating a safe, welcoming space for everyone who walks through the doors.
We are committed to meeting the emergency needs of as many as possible, and giving them the help they need, making homelessness a part of their past and not their future.
Our Mission
At Grace Inn Shelter, we are dedicated to providing a safe haven for adults experiencing homelessness in Belleville. Our focus on dignity, community, and mentorship sets us apart, guiding our every action and decision.
Every individual who walks through our doors is met with compassion and respect. Our team is committed to offering support, guidance, and a sense of belonging to those in need.
We believe that by upholding the values of dignity, community, and mentorship, we can make a positive impact and inspire hope in the lives of those we serve.
On-Site Leadership Team
Rob Crisp – Executive Director
Ashley Vader – Director of Operations
Board of Directors
Jodie Jenkins – Board Chair
Kevin Dowling – Vice-Chair
Michelle Stephens – Treasurer
Shawn Stickler – Member
Jeremy Ashley – Member
Rachael Prinzen – Member
Brad Beale – Member
Financials
About Grace Inn Shelter
Grace Inn Shelter is a 21 bed emergency shelter for adults experiencing homelessness in downtown Belleville, with a special focus on dignity, community and mentorship.
The shelter serves both female and male guests, 5 beds for female identifying individuals and 16 beds for male identifying individuals.
Guests can stay at the shelter for up to 30 consecutive nights with a 7 day service break in between, where they can have their basic needs met including nutritious meals, hygiene products, minor wound care, access to showers and laundry services.