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Mobile Showers & Outreach Bus

Meeting People Where They Are

Our innovative Mobile Shower and Outreach Bus is the heartbeat of our street-level support. We don’t wait for our neighbors to come to us; we go to them. We provide a safe, welcoming environment for our unsheltered relatives in Flagstaff, offering more than just supplies—we offer community.

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What We Provide:

  • Hygiene: Free hot showers and hygiene supplies.

  • Necessities: Fresh clothing and basic first aid.

  • Nutrition: Ready-to-eat snacks and canned foods.

  • Connection: A welcoming community and a listening ear.

Upcoming Events

    Shuttle Services at C.A.T.S. Office
    Shuttle Services at C.A.T.S. Office
    Multiple Dates
    Shuttle Services at C.A.T.S. Office
    Fri, Mar 06
    C.A.T.S. Office
    A consistent place for care, connection, and resources.
    Shuttle Services at Flagstaff Family Food Center
    Shuttle Services at Flagstaff Family Food Center
    Multiple Dates
    5 days to the event
    Shuttle Services at Flagstaff Family Food Center
    Wed, Mar 11
    1903 N 2nd St
    Mobile outreach offering showers, hygiene, food, and connection.
    Shuttle Services at Downtown Connection Center
    Shuttle Services at Downtown Connection Center
    Multiple Dates
    6 days to the event
    Shuttle Services at Downtown Connection Center
    Thu, Mar 12
    Downtown Connection Center
    Weekly downtown outreach with essential services and support.

Impact by the Numbers

March – November 2024

Our impact is measured in the thousands of moments of connection we share with the Flagstaff community.

721

Unique Individuals Served

2,714

Total Service Engagements

30

Daily Average Visitors

Who Are Our Visitors?

  • Local Neighbors: The vast majority are year-round Flagstaff residents.

  • Vulnerable Situations: 80% are currently experiencing homelessness; the remainder are neighbors whose income cannot cover basic survival needs.

  • The Reality: Many sleep in cars, shelters, or outdoors. In Flagstaff, sleeping outside carries the constant risk of arrest. Our Native American visitors, in particular, frequently report being targeted for law enforcement contact.

From School Bus to Lifeline

Our journey started in 2021 with a decommissioned school bus and a group of dedicated volunteers. That "first bus" proved that mobile outreach worked in Flagstaff. Today, thanks to the continued support of our community, we have transitioned to a fully equipped, professional mobile unit that offers a higher standard of care, better hygiene facilities, and a more comfortable environment for our neighbors.

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How You Can Help

The bus requires constant supplies of water, fuel, propane, and hygiene products to stay on the road.

  • Donate: Help us keep the water running & the snacks stocked.

  • Volunteer: Join the team on outreach days.

  • In-Kind Gifts: We are always looking for new socks, underwear, and travel-sized toiletries.

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