Welcome to Aid For Friends

Mission Statement

Aid For Friends is a private, non-profit organization that provides emergency shelter, transitional housing and other supportive services to individuals and families facing homelessness.

We offer opportunities, resources and services to empower people to bring stability into their daily lives.

Aid For Friends offers a second chance for life.

No Stranger Need Lodge in the Street


Click Here for the Holiday Wish List


Caldwell Park Encampment Project
Fundraiser & Awareness / Dec. 5-6, 2009

Following a tradition that began with the faith communities and concerned citizens, the 3rd Annual Caldwell Park Encampment Project is being planned in support of homeless awareness and the services that Aid for Friends provides to our community. 

This special event is held at Caldwell Park in Pocatello and begins Friday evening, December 4, 2009 with construction of a Base Camp for publicity and training.  The actual event commences at 10:00 am on Saturday, December 5, 2009 and ends at 10:00 am on Sunday, December 6, 2009.

Visit our Events Page or Click Here For More Information



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Monetary Donations and Support

Financial contributions enable Aid For Friends to continue providing shelter to families and individuals that may have no other place to stay during the holidays.  As you enjoy this season with your family and friends, consider the less fortunate members of our community that need your help and will appreciate any token of kindness. 

Aid For Friends is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization and all cash donations are tax-deductible.

Emergency Shelter Urgent Needs

COATS

All ages for Men, Women and Children  

BLANKETS

Our supply is low

WINTER CLOTHING

Scarves, Mittons, Gloves, Hats, Boots, Socks    

DIAPERS

All sizes 

Food Items for the Shelter   

Meat – Any Kind - Roasts, Burger, Poultry, Fish
Dairy Products – Milk, Butter, Cheese, Eggs
Cooking Supplies – Flour, Sugar, Oil, Spices
Canned Meats and Vegetables, Dry Goods, Cereal.

Gifts For Men      

Thermal Underwear
Glove and Boot Liners
Socks
Warm Shirts & Sweaters
Dry Goods, Cereal
Duffle Bags

Shelter Housing Supplies

Toothpaste and Toothbrushes  
Bath Towels, Hand Towels, Wash Cloths
Twin & Queen Sheets & Pillow Cases
Pillows, Blankets & Comforters
Bathroom Cleaning Supplies 
Laundry Soap, Dish Soap, Floor Cleaner

Gifts For Women

Thermal Underwear
Glove and Boot Liners           
Perfume & Make-Up
Socks 

Personal Hygiene Products        

Toothpaste and Toothbrushes
Deodorant, Bath Soap
Combs & Brushes  
Razors – Men and Women 
Feminine Hygiene Items
Diapers & Disposable Baby Wipes

Gifts For Children

Underwear & Socks
Pajamas                                                                        
Books
Small Games and Toys         
Christmas Stockings 
School Supplies

If you or a group are interested in donating wrapped gifts, please call Aarron or Joni  at 232-5669 by December 18th so that we can give you a list of the types of gifts that we need for the clients currently in the Emergency Shelter. 

Please tag the gift with the sex and age to ensure that the gift will be given to the correct person.  Gifts should be delivered no later than December 22nd to the Emergency Shelter at 653 S. 4th Ave., in Pocatello, Idaho.

Whenever you donate used clothing, please ensure that the items are clean, free of stains and need no mending.     

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