HELP US HELP OUR COMMUNITY

The issue of homelessness
in our community.

Homelessness has become increasingly visible due to rising rents and food costs, among other factors, such as:

• Structural: The growing gap between the rich and the poor, a decrease in affordable housing, and limited services and social assistance
• Other factors: Incarceration, addictions, and mental illness can also contribute to homelessness

Street Team SJ plays a crucial role in addressing this issue. By serving food and providing essential supplies to encampments, they offer immediate support to those in need. Efforts like these help build trust, foster relationships, and empower those facing homelessness in the Saint John and Sussex areas. 

The following items are always needed:

See the full list on our Current Needs page 

FOOD
Non-perishable staples (pasta, pasta/tomato sauce, tomatoes, cream of chicken soup, vegetables, flakes of ham, onion soup mix)
Applesauce cups/pouches / Fruit cups
Sweets: Cookies, cereal bars, chewy granola bars
Chips / pretzels / Popcorn / Candy / Fruit Gummies / Chocolates
Water / Coffee (instant) / Hot Chocolate / Coffee Whitener / Kool-Aid / Evaporated Milk / Juice Boxes
Frozen meat (ground beef, chicken, pork, fish, sausages, hot dogs)
Frozen vegetables (corn, peas, mixed veg, broccoli)

ESSENTIAL ITEMS
Tents / Tarps / Ropes
Blankets / Sleeping Bags / Sleep Mats
Stretchy Clothing (gym pants, hoodies, sweatshirts)
Socks / Gloves / Mittens / Hats
Hand Warmers / Toe Warmers
Candles / Flashlights / Batteries
Hand Sanitizer / Wipes
​Small Totes / Coolers for keeping pests away

HOW YOU CAN HELP

Donate goods or funds

Supporting Street Team SJ is a wonderful way to make a difference. You can contribute by donating much-needed supplies or providing financial support directly to our cause. Every contribution helps create a positive impact for those facing homelessness in Saint John and Sussex. Thank you for your generosity!

Send etransfer to ​[email protected]

Or drop off donations of goods to one of the following spots:
- 19 Fay Street in Saint John (Red Head area)
(can accept perishable food here - please let us
know ahead of time to make arrangements)
- 2267 Ocean Westway in Saint John (West Side)
- 59 Donlyn Drive in Rothesay

Get Involved ​​

 Volunteer to make or serve meals,
bake sweets, make fudge, make party mix, 
pack candles and wipes,
sort clothing, organize a bottle drive, and more.
Visit our Get Involved page to find out how you can help.