The WWC offers a warm and hospitable space for those who are in need of shelter during the cold days of the winter months.

Season 6 (2023-2024):

Open from November 16, 2023-April 14, 2024
Average Guests per Day: 24+
Total Visits: 3545
Laundry Vouchers Distributed: 596
Refreshments, clothing, shoes, camping gear & more distributed
Served as 24 hr Emergency Shelter for 9 days straight in January 2024 cold snap - in partnership with Dept. of Emergency Management.
Community!
Open 8:30am-12:30pm
7 days a week

Extended hours during extreme weather

Jefferson Interfaith Action Coalition is operating the Winter Welcoming Center, a warming center for those who suffer from homelessness, for our fifth season!

We offer a socially-distanced space from 8:30am - 12:30pm, 7 days a week, and longer when the weather is severe. We will provide warmth, WiFi, bathrooms, and community for those who have nowhere else to go.

Located for the past four seasons in the Pope Marine Building, 100 Madison Street, Port Townsend

We are grateful to work with the City of Port Townsend on this project.

Now Prepping

for Season 7!

Join our Steering Committee:

plan for upcoming season
training and oversight of staff and daily workings of the WWC
develop vision and strategies for the future

Volunteer:

work with staff in maintaining supplies
hands to tackle specific events like moving in and out
be a welcoming volunteer at the center during open hours to support staff and guests