Our Story
The Shelter Association of Washtenaw County was established in 1982 through a partnership between St. Andrews Episcopal Church and the Interfaith Council of Congregations. Initially a volunteer-driven initiative, the organization began by renting a house in Ann Arbor to provide shelter for adults experiencing homelessness. Over the years, it has evolved into a national model of public-private partnership, expanding its services to include day and overnight shelters for women, and collaborating with various service providers to help individuals achieve permanent housing.