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REFUEL WASHOUGAL AND SALVATION ARMY JOIN FORCES TO OFFER EXPANDED SEVERE WEATHER SHELTER SERVICES TO OUR COMMUNITY ReFuel Washougal and Salvation Army of Camas/Washougal are proud to announce a new partnership to offer our area enhanced life-saving services during freezing temperatures and inclement weather. Beginning winter of 2024, ReFuel’s overnight Severe Weather Shelter will be combined with Salvation Army’s Day Shelter. The alliance will operate out of The Salvation Army located at 1612 I St, Washougal, WA 98671. This collaboration creates efficiencies in both organizations and allows alignment in meeting the needs of those individuals. In previous years ReFuel Washougal’s Severe Weather Shelter offered overnight services, then our clients would go the day center at The Salvation Army. Going forward, guests will have the benefit of all the amazing services in one place, there will be an increase in available beds, access to hygiene facility, and pets will be allowed! The Severe Weather Shelter will continue to operate primarily through the generosity of community volunteers. Training is provided by the organization. The first training class will be held on November 6th at 6pm at The Salvation Army. For questions about the training class and to register, please call The Salvation Army at (360) 835-3171. Additional dates for training classes will be announced for those who cannot attend the first training session. For more information regarding volunteering please contact Tia @ shelter@refuelwashougal.org or The Salvation Army by calling (360) 835-3171 or emailing jessica.wheeler@usw.salvationarmy.org Severe Weather Shelter "Offering life-saving shelter from freezing temperatures and inclement weather." During severe winter weather there is a shortage of overnight shelter in Clark County. ReFuel Washougal, in partnership with the The Salvation Army, spearheads efforts to meet this need in East County whenever the weather forecast predicts snow, freezing rain, or temperatures below 30 F. Goals To provide a welcoming, safe place to sleep, simple food, and access to a bathroom during severe weather events To provide volunteers with the training and support needed for a safe and meaningful experience To be a community that cares by showing compassion for our fellow community members, specifically those who are most vulnerable during severe weather conditions Operational Overview All are welcome Capacity: 20 guests Hours of Operation: 6:00 pm to 7:00 am Days of Service: Declared severe weather events - forecast of 30 F or less, snow and/or freezing rain* *We can only open if we have volunteer capacity for any given night Additional Local Resources Council for the Homeless 211info City of Vancouver Volunteers Needed Washougal's Severe Weather Shelter and all of ReFuel's services operate on the kindness of volunteers. If you would like to help, please see the information above and get signed up for a training class . ReFuel Washougal's Severe Weather Weather Shelter program operates with the following guiding values: * Compassion * Acceptance * Accountability * Dedication * Teamwork * Respect * Integrity For more information or to volunteer, please contact us .

F orms Formulario de reembolso de preparación de comidas Job Descriptions Kitchen Facilitator - Volunteers needed! This position helps facilitate volunteer teams that are providing a meal at ReFuel Washougal. As a facilitator, your role is not to “be in charge”, but rather to be a resource to the Volunteer Teams “Person in Charge” to ensure that Volunteer Teams are following proper practices in the preparation and serving the ReFuel Meal. Contact us for more information!

Informe del tesorero Board meetings are on the first Tuesday of each month at 3:30 pm. Contact Us for more info. March 2021

Reimbursement maximum $250 Only one reimbursement request is permitted per meal All reimbursement requests must be accompanied by receipts that detail items purchased After cli cking Next, you will attach your receipts to an email and send to ReFuel All meal reimbursements must be submitted within 60 days of the meal date Questions? Contact us at: treasurer@ReFuelWashougal.org Meal Reimbursement Form By submitting, you certify that the purchased items were made on behalf of ReFuel Washougal. No personal claim is made to these items, nor have you made personal use of such items. You agree that all items purchased are the property of ReFuel Washougal. Next To proceed, please send us a copy of your receipts. Click here to send your receipts

Volunteer Opportunities ReFuel operates entirely on the generosity of volunteers Contact us to get involved! Shelter Volunteer No w buscando voluntario ¡s! Reports to Board of Directors Set up Shelter Check in guests Serve light snacks Supervise sleeping hall

Oportunidades para voluntarios ReFuel operates entirely on the generosity of volunteers Contact us to get involved! Friday Meals ReFuel is continually seeking individuals and groups to assist with meal service on Fridays. Click here for more info or contact us ! Check the Calendar Are you part of a group that would like to serve a meal? Check the Open Meal Shift calendar for availability. Severe Weather Shelter The shelter opens when freezing temperatures are in the forecast. You can help! The shelter is now at The Salvation Army of Washougal as Refuel has partnered with them to provide services to our community.

History of ReFuel Refuel Washougal is a community-supported weekly free meal that demonstrates Washougal’s commitment to residents who are experiencing hard times. The mission of Refuel Washougal is this: “To comfort our community by providing a warm meal to those in need.” Since Jan. 2, 2015, churches, schools, community groups and individuals have provided a meal and fellowship in a welcoming setting. About 50 people attend each Friday, including people experiencing homelessness, teenagers, families, seniors and others who may be hungry, isolated or lonely. ReFuel Washougal volunteers supplement the meal with blankets, sack lunches, community resource information and “HUGS” (hats, underwear, gloves, socks/scarves). The food, clothing and resource information are gratefully received by guests. They also appreciate the extraordinary spirit that characterizes Refuel Washougal: after preparing and serving the meal, the volunteers sit down and eat with the guests, engage in friendly conversation, and show that they care. Refuel Washougal grew from community conversations about strategies for assisting Washougal residents who were struggling. Friends of Excelsior High School, the Washougal Lions Club and Mayor Sean Guard were involved in early discussions that resulted in a blanket drive. Dozens of people, churches and organizations made the blanket drive an immediate success, and the community-wide mobilization demonstrated Washougal’s deep generosity when presented with an actionable request. As the plan for weekly meals took shape, Washougal took action. Excelsior High School hosted a soup dinner fundraiser for kitchen supplies; the school district distributed information; Girl Scouts provided cookies and decorated the dining area for Valentine’s Day; churches supplied volunteers and food; individuals and nonprofits stepped up with a range of supports; and a core group met regularly to work out efficient systems and to share equipment and other resources. In the winter of 2017-2018, ReFuel expanded its reach to help those living on the streets by opening a Severe Weather Shelter hosted by St. Matthews Church. In 2018-2019, the Washougal Community Center became the home of the Severe Weather Shelter, providing a clean, dry place to sleep during inclement weather; housing 4-11 homeless citizens a night. The shelter is fully staffed by volunteers who provide a warm evening meal and a hearty breakfast. A grant from the Camas-Washougal Community Chest provided much needed funding for the shelter. Refuel Washougal is an ongoing program. It has been nominated for several awards such as the Nonprofit Network of Southwest Washington’s Excellence in Collaboration Award, based on partnerships among churches, schools, government, service clubs, nonprofits and individuals. Most recently ReFuel Washougal and the City of Washougal were recognized by the Clark County Juvenile Court for its collaborative partnership with the Restorative Community Service Program.

Friday Meals Since January 2015, ReFuel has provided meals and fellowship in a welcoming setting. Meals are served each Friday from 4-6 pm at the Washougal Community Center. Contact us for more information.

About Us Establecido en 2015, ReFuel Washougal atiende las necesidades de las personas hambrientas, sin hogar y solitarias en la comunidad de Washougal y Camas. Pulse abajo para mas información. History Annual Report Board of Directors Socialize With Us ReFuel in the News Contact us

Friday Meals ReFuel operates entirely on the generosity of volunteers Contact us to get involved! You and your group will plan, cook, and serve a meal at the Washougal Community Center on the Friday you signed up for. The meal plan is up to you! You will shop for ingredients and prepare the meal. ReFuel will reimburse you up to $200 for the cost of the meal. ReFuel Washougal provides a meal Facilitator who will be on site for any questions and to provide guidance in making your meal a success. Your Facilitator will meet you at the Washougal Community Center. Dinner is served from 4-6 pm. Groups will have access to our full kitchen as early as 2 pm. All serving utensils, dishes, cutlery, and paper products will be provided. More instructions will be provided to you as your meal date approaches. We serve currently between 80-140 meals. Our volunteer coordinator can provide you with stats from the last few weeks. Your PIC (person in charge) must have a current Food Handlers Card from the state of Washington. This can be done online for $10 and takes about 30 minutes. If you have never been to a ReFuel meal, we encourage you to come alongside another group to get the scope of the evening. It's fun and there is something for everyone! Are you part of a Group that would like to serve a meal? Check the calendar and then c ontact us to get on the schedule!

Volunteer Forms and Links Supplies provided for your meal New! Online Reimbursement Form