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Shalom Inc. is a non-profit Christian community organisation committed to addressing homelessness in Albany and local surrounds. This includes providing crisis accommodation homeless men, and support to those at risk of homelessness and disadvantaged and at-risk individuals over 18. Shalom Inc. aims to be the safe haven where people can commence a journey to betterment of life without the fear and uncertainty of life on the streets.
Shalom Inc. does not receive any Government funding; it is entirely funded by regular donations from Christian individuals, primarily from the Free Reformed Churches in Albany, and gifts from local businesses and organisations.
We currently offer secure and private accommodation every night of the year at a cost of $20 per room per night to assist in meeting the expenses of running Shalom House.
Shalom Inc. incorporated on August 31st, 2012, under the name Shalom (House of Peace) Incorporated. It has had Tax Exempt Public Benevolent Institution status since August 3rd 2012.
6 Days Homeless in Albany …
Who We Are Helping
Homelessness is not as evident in Albany as the major cities. We don’t have the street present homeless as they or less developed countries have. Homelessness is, however, a big problem in Albany and Shalom does actually do… things. And yes, the homeless in your own town do need your help. The following is a snap shot of the people Shalom helps.