The HUGS HOUSE

A Project of AZ HUGS and The Social Spin Foundation

The HUGS HOUSE is a crisis respite center for families in need of short term emergency shelter. The goal is to make sure families stay safe in the interim period between the streets and shelter as they await placement.

Families Served

7/26/23: D’s family of 3 -> sheltered at A New Leaf (8/9/23)

8/11/23: Stephen, Jade, and their 2 kids -> now in a new apartment (8/30/23)

8/31/23: Frank and his 3 kids -> moved into a new house (9/26/23)

9/28/23: Zelma and her child -> moved to UMOM (11/20/23)

11/21/23: Felicia and her child

The HUGS HOUSE on the News!

  1. AZ Hugs gets transformative donation from ABC15 viewer
  2. Local organization works to get families off the streets
  3. Phoenix’s Month in Hell: A 31-Day Streak of Record Heat Ends
  4. AZ Hugs helps gets families off the street amid extreme heat
  5. Valley advocate for people experiencing homelessness helps a family at a time with shelter

In Need of Shelter?

Contact us via phone call, email, or Instagram.

  1. Call Us

Donation Requests

Please drop off any donations at 2418 E Portland St on Thursdays from 8 AM to 6 PM

- non perishable food
- mini fridge
- toiletries
- clothing (adults and kids)
- toys / board games

Weekly Special Requests

Interested in Donating or Working with Us?

Donate through our Venmo (AZHUGS) or contact us directly below. A list of requested donations are on the next page.

  1. Call Us
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