Interfaith Shelter

Just Two Weeks,
Lives Changed Forever 

The Interfaith Shelter Network is a powerful collaboration of local congregations, human services agencies, and government organizations dedicated to providing shelter, services, and resources to our homeless neighbors in South Bay and Chula Vista. Each year, this program transforms lives by offering not just a place to stay, but a pathway to hope and stability.

Our church is proud to open its doors to host this needed shelter. This is your chance to be part of something truly impactful. By volunteering as an overnight host, donating essential supplies, or providing meals, you can directly support individuals and families working hard to rebuild their lives.

Your time, effort, or donation can be the turning point for someone in need. Together, we can provide a safe space, warm meals, and a sense of dignity to those who need it most.

A Note From

Our Missions Team:

There are many ways to participate and make this a successful shelter season. From being part of our pickup & set-up crew to cooking fresh dinners for our houseless friends, there's something for everyone to participate in. Please take some time to look at the different roles below, and see if any of them match what you can give this season of your life. Pray on it, and find it in your heart to sign up.

How to Get Involved

Pick-up Crew

March 1st, 2023
FUMCCV & Chula Vista Presbyterian

Have a truck or SUV and want to get involved? We need a group of individuals who are available on the morning of 3/1 to help pick up cots & supplies from the church that will be hosting our houseless friends before us. Click the button to get involved.

Food Donations

Drop off by February 27th
FUMCCV Main Office

Your donations will provide breakfast, lunch, snacks, and beverages for our guests.

Supplies Donations

Drop off on February 27th
FUMCCV Main Office

This program relies on the generosity of folks like you with your donations of paper goods, toiletries, medicine, and cash just to name a few!

Overnight Hosts

Nightly @ Shelter
FUMCCV Fellowship Hall

Stay overnight at church with our guests as a part of our overnight support team. A cot or couch will be provided in a separate room - just bring your own bedding and pillow! Bring a friend, spouse, or teen who could use some service hours!

Weekend Breakfasts

Weekends @ Shelter
FUMCCV Fellowship Hall

You can cook at church or bring it hot and ready. Provide a main dish (hot), some fresh fruit and/or a side dish, and a beverage for up to 16 people (guests, overnight hosts, shelter coordinator, and yourself). Coffee/Tea is available on site.

Dinner Chefs+Hosts

Nightly @ Shelter
FUMCCV Fellowship Hall

Provide dinner for 16 people (guests, shelter coordinators, overnight hosts) and yourself and/or the group. Please include a main course with 1 or 2 sides, a small dessert, and a beverage. Coffee, water, and milk will be provided as options.