"Embracing hope, offering help, building bridges."

 Cambridge Shelter Corporation Vision Statement:

"No one in Cambridge will be homeless." 

 Cambridge Shelter Corporation Mission Statement:

"Our mission is to provide safe shelter, and to offer programs and services in support of the hopes and needs of people dealing with life issues."

Value Statements:

We believe all people deserve to feel safe. 

We believe all people are deserving of accessible and welcoming service.

We encourage, assist and support individuals to realize their self-worth and potential.

We respect the dignity and value of all people, and their right to confidentiality.

We provide an environment where people and property are respected.

We value community participation, partnerships and working cooperatively with others.

We utilize our resources effectively.

Volunteer Philosophy:

"Cambridge Shelter Corporation values the participation of volunteers in accomplishing its mission, and providing its programs and services.  Volunteers bring unique talents and gifts that offer hope and encouragement in a compassionate, caring manner."

Vounteer Value Statements:

We recognize that Cambridge Shelter Corporation could not provide its services and progamming without volunteers.

We are committed to providing a fun and enriching experience for our volunteers in a safe, positive, solution-oriented environment.

We are committed to providing orientation and training to all volunteers, and opportunities for further learning.

We welcome and value volunteer suggestions and feedback.