Over the last year, over 600 people of all ages and backgrounds have relied on the Iowa City Shelter House. The Shelter House is a non-profit organization that has provided housing and support since 1983.
Since opening, the shelter has increased its capacity from 29 to 70 sleeping spaces. Along with emergency shelters, they offer programs such as rapid rehousing, which provides employment help, mental health recovery services and educational opportunities.
Chrissy Cangelli (she/her) has been Executive Director since 1998. In her 27 years in this role, the shelter has added new programs and created over 90 permanent staff positions…