The Heat Doesn’t Wait. Neither Do We.

From cooling stations to hydration support, Thirst Responders is taking action to help protect lives during Arizona’s hottest months.

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Your time can help someone find safety, dignity, and support.

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Roger's Journey Towards a Forever Home

Your support helps provide shelter, compassionate care, and pathways to stability for neighbors experiencing homelessness.

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Help Us Build Thirst Responder Kits

 This summer, we need community support to help us build and distribute heat relief kits for individuals seeking shelter, traveling to work from our shelter, attending appointments and those simply trying to stay safe in extreme temperatures.


How You Can Help?


Build a Kit

Gather supplies and assemble complete Thirst Responder Kits for individuals in need.


Donate Supplies

You can also donate individual items, and our team will distribute supplies as needs arise throughout the summer.

Every donation helps provide relie.

Items Needed for Summer Heat Relief Kits:

  • Reusable Water Bottles
  • Sunscreen
  • Cooling Towels
  • Socks
  • Lightweight T-Shirts
  • Hats
  • Electrolyte Packets
  • Hygiene Items
  • Tote Bags or Backpacks


Your Impact at a Glance

4,585

People Sheltered

252,350

Nights of shelter provided

167

Night of shelter provided to veterans

626

People moved into supportive housing

Our Mission

Our mission is to prevent and end homelessness among individuals and families while advancing compassionate community solutions.

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Our Vision

A community where everyone has a home.

What We Do to Make a Difference

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Single Adult Shelter

Our single adult shelter is the largest in Arizona, serving hundreds of single men and women each night. Open 24/7, 365 days a year.

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Vista Colina Family Shelter

Families deserve stability and safety. The Vista Colina Family Shelter provides a welcoming environment for parents and children experiencing homelessness.

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The Haven

Older adults are one of the fastest-growing groups experiencing homelessness. In response, CASS created The Haven, Arizona’s first emergency shelter designed exclusively for adults 55 and older.

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Rapid Re-housing & Prevention

CASS knows that a household's needs don't always end with immediate shelter. Our Rapid Re-Housing programs help individuals and families secure and retain housing before homelessness becomes long-term.

Stay Connected

Walk alongside Phoenix neighbors as they move from homelessness to hope — one story, one step at a time.

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Host a drive

Organize your workplace, school, or community group to collect the essentials that bring comfort and dignity to our shelter guests.

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Volunteer Opportunities

Join us on the frontlines by giving your time and energy to support individuals and families working toward stability.

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Request a Speaker

Invite a CASS team member to share insights, stories, and solutions about homelessness with your group or organization.

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Make A gift

Every dollar you give helps CASS provide safe shelter, supportive services, and pathways to permanent housing for neighbors in need.

Ready to make a gift?

With so many ways to help support Central Arizona Shelter Services, you can find the way that fits with your goals!