Shelter Opening and Operations Notice
Please be aware that the seasonal overnight shelter at this location is open every evening from 8:00 pm to 7:00 am from December 15 through March 15.
Also, note that the First United Methodist Church of Elgin is a host location only for the shelter program. The church staff and leadership have no involvement in the daily operation, the management of guests, or the decisions regarding who is able to stay at the shelter.
For all questions regarding eligibility, reservations, or specific operational details, please contact the Shelter Administrator from One Collective via email @ shelter@onecollectiveelgin.org
2025 - 2026 Winter Warming Shelter @ First UMC Elgin
Open December 15, 2025, through March 31, 2026
to Elgin residents ONLY
8:00 pm to 7:00 am (regardless of temperature)*
(*At the discretion of the City of Elgin, the shelter may close if forecasted temperatures do not meet minimum criteria)
If you have any questions, please contact the Shelter Administrator via email @ shelter@onecollectiveelgin.org
