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08/20/2026

This is good news! Congrats Wisconsin Women's Soccer! 🥅

DOWN GOES NO. 9!!!

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08/14/2026

08/13/2026

08/12/2026

One of our favorite things about Madison is that no matter where you are, you’re never far from the water. With Lake Mendota and Lake Monona surrounding the Isthmus, it’s something none of us should take for granted. 🫶
📸: OVJ Photography

08/11/2026

Staff at the City of Madison WI and Porchlight are busy preparing the new, purpose-built shelter to open September 1st with services that will move men from homelessness to permanent housing.

Our community goal is to raise funds to help Porchlight serve men during the day time hours as well. Please donate to help them reach this goal!

DONATE: https://shelterfriendsdaneco.org

Help Create Pathways Out of Homelessness Our community’s first purpose-built shelter is being constructed at 1904 Bartillon Dr., to serve 250 men experiencing homelessness. Public funding covers construction and essential operations. Private donations are needed to operate the shelter 24/7, ensuri...

08/10/2026

In the planning for more than five years, the shelter, at 1904 Bartillon Drive, is due to open on Sept. 1. But the public can get a preview of the facility at an open house TODAY from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m!

READ MORE: 👇
https://madison.com/news/local/government-politics/article_053d03ad-e385-44ab-b1cf-d942eb70e02a.html -source=home-top-story

The new shelter is smaller than the current facility but will be focused more on moving people out into more permanent housing.

08/04/2026

Are you ready for some football? 🏈

07/29/2026

We are so grateful to Porchlight, operator’s of Madison’s Men Shelter! We can’t wait to see the new shelter when it opens on 9/1/26. 🫶🏼

✨ Designed with Dignity

Every person deserves to be treated with dignity and respect.

That's why the new Men's Shelter was designed specifically to meet the needs of individuals experiencing homelessness. This purpose-built facility reflects years of planning and a commitment to creating a safer, more welcoming environment for shelter guests.

The shelter features five separate sleeping pods, creating smaller sleeping communities rather than one large dormitory space. This design helps foster a greater sense of comfort, safety, and belonging for guests. Shelter case manager Kaylee and guest Aaron are excited for the opening of the new shelter and the thoughtfulness given to each area of the shelter.

Recognizing the diverse needs of those we serve, one sleeping pod is located on the first floor to better accommodate guests with mobility challenges and provide easier access to shelter services.

The new shelter is more than a building—it's an investment in people. By creating a space designed with dignity, accessibility, and support in mind, we hope to provide guests with a strong foundation as they work toward stability and permanent housing.

We're excited to welcome guests on September 1.

Your support helps us continue providing hope, stability, and essential services to those who need them most. If you'd like to make a difference, please consider making a secure donation today.

💙 Donate here: https://www.porchlightinc.org/

Thank you to everyone who has helped make this vision a reality.

07/27/2026

Congratulations, Jerry! ⛳️

Jerry Kelly clutched on a bunker shot to capture the ISPS Handa Senior Open by two shots on Sunday in Auchterarder, Scotland. ⤵️ Find a link to the story in the comments.