The Open Shelter (Columbus, Ohio)

05/29/2026

MEET NICOLE

Nicole came to us in need of assistance, and has been with us ever since, volunteering to make sure YOUR donations of clothing, hygiene items, outdoor equipment, and more are organized & helping those we serve.

She shares about what led her to The Open Shelter & what it means to her.

Nicole is a blessing.

YOUR support makes it possible- https://theopenshelter.org

05/27/2026

The Open Shelter is proud to announce that in June & July, we are part of Kroger's Fight Hunger Bag Program!

During those months, purchase a reusable Fight Hunger bag at the Brewer's Yard Kroger (150 Sycamore St, Columbus, OH 43215) & we will receive $1 toward our mission of "Staying Behind With Those Left Behind".

It's a simple way to help us and those we serve while you grocery shop!

05/25/2026

The Open Shelter is closed today, Monday, May 25th.

Send a message to learn more

05/24/2026

We still have a few spots remaining for volunteers to help staff beer tents at Red White and Boom from 12-6p on 7/3.

Call/Text Harry Yeprem at 614-562-2169 or email him at [email protected].

05/22/2026

What a blessing 🙌!

Thank you to students from Broadleigh, Daniel Wright, Darby Creek, Northgate, and Taylor Road Elementary Schools & See Kids Dream for making hundreds of meal kits for those we serve!

The Leaders Of Tomorrow Showcase highlights empathy, service, and impact.

05/18/2026

3 Reasons You Should Help The Open Shelter At Red, White & BOOM on July 3rd!

1) Your support allows us to stay OPEN! You & we have assisted over 2200 homeless & marginally housed men, women, and children so far this year.

2) You will have a prime view of the fireworks, which will celebrate !

3) Meet new people & make a difference for the most vulnerable in our community!

Please email ([email protected]) or call/text Harry Yeprem at 614-562-2169 for more info or to sign up to help us staff beer tents and raise much-needed funds. Thank You!

05/13/2026

The Open Shelter is proud to be one of the many organizations that are part of Kroger's Zero Hunger, Zero Waste program.

At least twice a week, we pick up donations from the Brewery District location. This food helps feed so many of our guests.

Thank you, Kroger!

05/11/2026

Make a difference for those we serve and help us at Red, White & BOOM! We need volunteers!!!

Email ([email protected]) or call (614-562-2169) Harry Yeprem for more info or to sign up to help. Thanks!

05/08/2026

Thank you to Judge Bill Hedrick (3rd from the left) for sponsoring today's delicious breakfast that was catered by Freedom a la Cart!

He was assisted by (L-R) Judge Zach Gwin & Judge Doug Noble. Thank you to all of you for the meal!