Jackson Interfaith Shelter Announces Groundbreaking for New Family Shelter

The shelter's new facility is designed to provide greater stability, dignity, and support for families in crisis.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Jackson Interfaith Shelter (JIS) will hold a groundbreaking ceremony on March 18 for a new Family Shelter facility. The event marks an important milestone in the organization's mission to serve individuals and families experiencing homelessness in the Jackson community. The new shelter is designed to offer expanded resources and long-term support for parents and children.

Why it matters

For over 50 years, JIS has provided essential shelter, food, and hope to those in need. The new Family Shelter represents an expansion of their services, allowing them to better support families with children experiencing homelessness in the Jackson area.

The details

The groundbreaking ceremony will take place at 305 W Wesley Street, the site of the new Family Shelter. JIS leadership says the facility is designed to create a space where families can find refuge as well as renewed hope and stability as they work towards a brighter future. The shelter currently has 76 beds and serves over 500 individuals each year, in addition to providing nearly 90,000 community meals annually.

  • The groundbreaking ceremony will be held on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 at 3:00 p.m.

The players

Jackson Interfaith Shelter

A nonprofit organization that has offered shelter, food, and support to individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Jackson, Michigan for over 50 years.

Steve Castle

The CEO of Jackson Interfaith Shelter.

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What they’re saying

“This groundbreaking signals the beginning of a new chapter for our organization. Our goal is to create a space where families can find not only refuge, but renewed hope and stability as they take steps toward a brighter future.”

— Steve Castle, CEO (wkhm.com)

What’s next

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The takeaway

This expansion of Jackson Interfaith Shelter's services demonstrates the organization's continued commitment to supporting families and individuals experiencing homelessness in the local community, providing them with essential resources and a path towards stability and independence.