Eau Claire Community Haven House

06/13/2026

05/26/2026

Offering respite and resources to people who need it most!

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In about one year, millions of dollars have been raised toward the $6.4 million capital campaign for Eau Claire’s first year-round homeless shelter, the Day Resource Center (DRC).

As announced in a May 14 media release, another $600,000 in State grant funds – awarded as part of the Non-State Grant Program – has been added to that total, which now sits at $5.3 million.

In just the first four months of 2026 – nearly all of the DRC’s operational history; its first day open was Dec. 29, 2025 – the DRC has consistently averaged 80-100 guests per day, more than initially anticipated.

As a nonprofit-operated service, the DRC does not depend on taxpayer dollars through the City, County or State. It aims to offer multiple services under one roof while not duplicating those offered elsewhere in Eau Claire.

🔗 Read the full story and learn about the campaign: https://volumeone.org/articles/2026/05/19/389916-eau-claires-day-resource-center-has-served-hundreds-per-month-since-opening

05/21/2026

Thank you to the amazing kids from Western Dairyland's Fresh Start Program for crafting this beautiful bench now on display in the Western Dairyland Economic Opportunity Council lobby. Our art volunteer, Dan, along with five of our guests, had the joy of adding their own artwork to it, making it an extra‑special collaborative piece.

05/20/2026

EAU CLAIRE — With the awarding of a $600,000 state grant, the Western Dairyland Economic Opportunity Council (WDEOC) is now just over a million dollars away from their campaign goal.

05/06/2026

Thank you to our wonderful friends Nordson Corporation and Nordson Polymer Processing Systems for their incredible gift to Community Haven House. Nordson grant funding will help us provide another year of safe daytime shelter, meals, showers, laundry facilities, and other critical services for adults impacted by homelessness.

We are so grateful for this partnership and shared vision for improving quality of life in the Chippewa Valley!

05/05/2026

A hot cup of coffee can mean so much to someone facing homelessness — comfort, dignity, and a moment to breathe.
We’re running low and could use your help.
If you’re able, please consider donating ground coffee or creamer to support our neighbors in need.
Together, we can warm more than cups. We can warm hearts.

Donations can be dropped off at 1 Better Way, downtown Eau Claire.

05/01/2026

04/20/2026

🌟 A Caring Community Makes All the Difference 🌟

For many who are struggling, taking the first step toward care can feel overwhelming. Having a compassionate professional come directly to them removes barriers and opens doors to healing. Whether it’s answering questions, offering guidance, or simply listening, this support helps our neighbors move toward stability and hope.

We’re grateful for Dr. Emily who volunteers time each month to meet with our guests. These visits offer more than medical insight—they provide encouragement, dignity, and a pathway toward better health and wellness.

04/17/2026

We are so honored and blessed to be a part of bringing hope, care and compassion to each and every guest that walks through our doors. Thank you to all who have partnered with us to make this a place where health and wellness can begin.

🎉 Celebrating Community Impact! 🎉

The Eau Claire County Department of Human Services is proud to announce that the Eau Claire Day Resource Center (Community Haven House) has been named the 2026 Friend of Human Services Award recipient! The award was presented at the Human Services Board meeting on April 6, 2026.

This award recognizes individuals and organizations that make a meaningful difference in supporting our mission: “We care. We act. We empower.” The Day Resource Center truly brings this mission to life every day.

Through compassionate, low-barrier services—like hot showers, laundry, and a secure mailing address—the Center helps individuals maintain dignity, support their health, and navigate challenging times. Their work goes beyond meeting immediate needs by creating a safe, welcoming space where people can connect to resources and take steps toward stability.

By shifting the focus from crisis response to sustainable support, the Day Resource Center strengthens not only the lives of those they serve, but the entire community—helping build a safer, healthier, and more compassionate Eau Claire. 💙

👏 Please join us in congratulating and thanking the Eau Claire Day Resource Center for their incredible impact!

04/15/2026

We are deeply grateful to Dr. Shane for generously volunteering his time and chiropractic care to support our guests. Though he’s no longer able to continue serving with us, his impact has been significant, and we’re thankful for every person he helped move toward greater health and healing.

Caring for the body is an essential part of recovery, and this service has been a meaningful resource for many. If you are a chiropractor interested in helping fill this need, we’d love to talk with you. Please call 715‑552‑5566 ext. 1800 to learn more.