Help for Today. Hope for Tomorrow.
Many of our city’s most vulnerable people are struggling with their mental health this winter. At The Kettle we care for people by offering practical help, outreach services and a place to belong.
“I’ve never received so much support until I came to The Kettle, it means a lot. When you haven’t felt that before, it’s like wow — people really care.”
Meet Doris
Doris struggled most of her life with anxiety and depression.
But today, Doris is an active, healthy and deeply valued member of The Kettle Community. Read her to story to learn how she found community and belonging during a difficult time.
How You Can Help
Join The Collective Brew
Join our family of monthly donors, known as The Collective Brew. This group of community-minded individuals and businesses provide us with the reliable, recurring support we need to keep our doors open and the kettle hot for 365 days of the year.
JOIN TODAY
Donate to Meet Urgent Needs
This holiday season, make a donation to help provide food, showers, hygiene kits, hot drinks and a warm welcome to people who are struggling on the streets. We know that when we care for people’s immediate needs they feel seen, heard and supported.
DONATE NOW
Host a Clothing Drive
You can provide warm clothing to those who are struggling on the streets this winter. As the wet weather sets in, we are seeking donations of new or gently used clothing, jackets, boots and socks to help keep people warm and dry.
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With your gift of just $5, you can reach out to people like Doris and provide a hot drink and a meal.
$5 feeds one person
$25 feeds five people
$100 feeds 20 people
$250 feeds 50 people
When we can provide people with basic necessities, it gives them the dignity and comfort they deserve, builds trust, understanding and opens up opportunities for change.
What We Do
The Kettle Society is a leader of community support in Vancouver — meeting the urgent needs of our city's most vulnerable people for almost 50 years.
We serve a community of 6,000+ vulnerable individuals each year, manage 400+ units of supportive housing and operate a mental health drop-in centre that provides meals every day of the year.
We also offer a range of community services including advocacy, an ID bank, homeless outreach, a women’s transition house, a health clinic, a volunteer program and supported employment.
