We at Good Sam aim to provide insights to better inform and empower the Southern Illinois community, fostering an understanding of the struggles faced by the unhoused, and more importantly, offering them the compassion and support they merit. We continue our journey through educating local residents on the struggles of our unhoused neighbors with How You Can Help.

Do some good! Today we step away from the usual tips to dive into volunteerism and it couldn’t be better timed. On top of the huge need for financial support, organizations like ours also need time and caring from good people. If you would like to help in any area, feel free to reach out to support@goodsamcarbondale.com and someone will get back to you.

Tip 7: Volunteer your skills: Shelters often need more than just general labor; they may benefit from professional skills such as IT support, accounting, teaching, construction, or even hair-cutting.