Out of the Cold Volunteer Registration is Open

The Beth Tzedec/Beth Sholom Out of the Cold program will run on Mondays at Beth Sholom Synagogue from January 5 to March 23, 2026.

We welcome both returning and new volunteers to join us in making a difference this winter as we come together to support those in need.

Each week, the Program welcomes approximately 100 guests from our community with care, compassion and connection. We provide a hot and nutritious dinner, live music, bingo (with prizes), and the ability to participate in an incredible art program. Guests also receive warm clothing, footwear, hygiene products, a bagged lunch and a one-time use Presto card to help with transportation.

The majority of our guests are those who are on welfare, facing food insecurity, struggling with social isolation or loneliness, are survivors of domestic abuse, and/or are living with mental health challenges.

The distribution of warm clothing is one of the most essential services we provide to our guests. We greatly appreciate your clothing donations. Please note that we only accept new or nearly-new adult-sized items, and only the following items: down coats, ski jackets, parkas, snow pants, sweaters, hoodies, sweatshirts, sweat pants, flannel shirts, short and long-sleeved t-shirts, blue jeans, corduroy pants, winter boots, hiking boots, running shoes, thermal underwear, gloves and mitts. Brand new underwear and sports bras are needed as well. Clothing can be dropped off at Beth Sholom Synagogue anytime from Monday to Thursday between 9 am and 4 pm. 

Coldest Night of the Year

After Shabbat, on February 24, Beth Tzedec will be partnering with Ve'ahavta in hosting their Coldest Night of the Year walk. The Coldest Night of the Year is a winterrific family-friendly walk to raise money for local charities serving people experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness. Coldest Night of the Year not only creates awareness about the challenges people affected by poverty and homelessness face – it is an opportunity to raise vital funds to help meet the growing demand for Ve’ahavta’s lifesaving and life-changing programs. We encourage you sign-up, fundraise and join nearly 40,000 walkers in saying “We care!” To sign up, please click here>>