Help Us Give Hope a Home
Every gift — no matter the size — makes an eternal difference.
Your generosity provides
When you give to Upon This Rock Ministries, you're doing more than offering shelter — you're investing in transformation. Every dollar you give directly supports real people with real needs, right here in our Connecticut communities.
Your donation goes straight to the heart of the mission, not to overhead or fluff. We steward each dollar prayerfully and purposefully.
UTRM Warming Center
A safe, warm, and welcoming place to come in from the cold for neighbors experiencing homelessness or unsafe cold-weather conditions.
Safe Shelter
Clean, warm beds for men, women, and families who have nowhere else to turn.
Nutritious Meals
Hot, home-cooked meals served daily to those experiencing hunger and hardship.
Hygiene & Basic Essentials
Showers, toiletries, clean clothing, and dignity for our guests.
Mental Health & Recovery Support
Referrals, case management, and trauma-informed care to help break the cycle.
Family & Youth Services
Emergency housing and emotional support for displaced families and children.
Faith-Based Care
Prayer, encouragement, and spiritual restoration for those ready to rebuild from the inside out.
Housing Placement
Transitional and permanent housing navigation for guests ready for their own keys.
Community Resources
Employment pipelines, legal aid, benefits enrollment, and mentorship connections.
Every gift matters
Every gift — no matter the size — makes an eternal difference. Your donation goes straight to the heart of the mission, supporting the neighbors we serve every day here in New Haven.
We steward each dollar prayerfully and purposefully, and we are always glad to answer questions about how your gift is used.
- $100
- Hot meals for a family in need
- $300
- Hygiene and basic essentials for many
- $500
- Safe shelter and wraparound care
- Other
- Give any amount, one time or monthly
“When I had nowhere to go, UTRM gave me more than shelter — they gave me a reason to believe again.”
— Former Guest
More ways to support the mission
Give online, by mail, in person, or by phone — or donate goods and volunteer your time.
By mail
Upon This Rock Ministries645 Grand Avenue
New Haven, CT 06511
In person
Bring your gift or donated goods to our Grand Avenue location during service and outreach hours. Call ahead and we will make sure someone is there to greet you.
By phone
(203) 535-0407
We are glad to walk you through the ways you can give.
Goods & volunteering
Donate clothing, food, hygiene items, or your time. Use the form below and our team will follow up.
Wish list
Shop our wish list and have needed supplies shipped straight to the shelter.
View the wish listYour gift stays close to home
Upon This Rock Outreach serves unhoused and struggling neighbors right here in the New Haven community.
Upon This Rock Outreach is the community outreach arm of Upon This Rock Ministries, serving unhoused and struggling neighbors in New Haven with shelter, meals, hygiene, mental health support, family services, and faith-based care.