Our mission is to end homelessness — one person at a time
The Calgary Drop-In Centre (the DI) is a nationally accredited organization and we exist to connect vulnerable adults (18+) experiencing or at risk of experiencing homelessness with housing, shelter, and health programs.
We provide low-barrier access to care, when and where it is needed, with a goal to support each person’s transition to the most independent living possible.
Homeless-serving systems have traditionally been designed to manage issues of homelessness, and we see our housing-focused work as an opportunity to design a system geared towards ending experiences of homelessness.
Statement Regarding Evolution of DI Services
The DI is currently undertaking a strategic initiative where we are exploring the evolution of our services. This work has been referred to as “decentralization” in recent media coverage and, although the decentralization of our programs away from one congregate shelter building is a potential outcome of our data-based exploration phase, no decisions have been made at this time. We are currently undertaking a thorough analysis of the needs of our shelter guests and are determining how best we can improve housing outcomes for people experiencing homelessness.
Read the latest on our blog
- Meet Our Matching Donors and Double the Impact of Your Gift
Thanks to the Hope & Aspire Fund, every dollar donated to our Free Goods Program will go twice as far, helping more individuals and families create a place to call home while strengthening the supports that make lasting change possible. - How the Free Goods Program Helps the DI Save $2.1 Million Every YearEvery item donated through the Free Goods Program is one less item the Calgary Drop-In Centre needs to purchase. One box may not seem like much on its own, but thousands of donations coming together over the course of a year add up to more than $2.1 million in operational savings.
- 2025-2026 Report to CommunityRead our annual Report to Community for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. This year’s report highlights our organization’s 65 year history and how we continue to evolve.
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