Dignity For All
Every individual deserves to be treated with respect and offered the opportunity to regain their sense of self-worth.
From homeless and hopeless. To finding hope!
Our Founder’s Inspiring Story
Jeanne Albaugh’s Journey from Homelessness to Hope.
From a young age, a deep concern and compassion for those in need and experiencing difficult times filled her heart. Her journey, marked by both compassion and personal adversity, led to the creation of Showering Love.
Over 30 years ago, while volunteering to feed the hungry on the streets of New York, Jeanne had a vision. It was a vision of a tractor-trailer, equipped not only with a food pantry but also with a washer, dryer, and showers that could park curbside to serve those in need. Little did she know that life had its own plans.
Through a series of unfortunate choices, Jeanne went from the bustling streets of Park Avenue to a park bench, experiencing homelessness firsthand. She scurried from one place to another, sleeping wherever she could find shelter. Holding a sign under a bridge, she begged for money, and while people graciously provided food and money, one thing was missing: a place to shower. As time passed, her hygiene and personal appearance deteriorated, leading her to fit the stereotypical image of a homeless person.
Nights became long, dark, and desolate, filled with feelings of hopelessness, of being unwanted and unloved. But within this darkness, a spark of determination ignited. One day, Jeanne found the motivation to change her life. She decided it was time to move from homelessness to hope, from despair to action. She seized the opportunity offered by various programs supporting the homeless and began to address her issues one by one. Step by step, this journey led her to self-sufficiency and a renewed sense of purpose.
This deeply personal transformation is the driving force behind Showering Love. Jeanne knows firsthand what is possible when someone believes in you and extends a hand of support. She is committed to sharing that hope with people who are experiencing homelessness, showing them that with compassion, community, and determination, a brighter future is within reach.
Our Mission
At Showering Love, we provide a variety of critical services to families, women, men and children who are experiencing homelessness, with a special focus on veterans. Services include providing mobile showers, new clothing, laundry and barber services, while addressing food insecurities, hygiene, and health issues, to help restore their self-esteem and dignity while showing them the path to self-sufficiency and financial stability.
Our Vision
A World of Compassion, Dignity, and Hope.
We envision a world where compassion, dignity, and hope prevail. We are committed to fostering a supportive, compassionate, and loving community for all.
Our Values
These are the core values that define our organization.
Compassion
We approach our work with empathy, kindness, and a genuine desire to make a positive impact in the lives of those we serve.
Dignity
We believe in empowering every individual to regain their sense of self-worth and desire for self-sufficiency.
Community
We're establishing a welcoming community that is always inclusive and never exclusive where everyone feels valued and connected.
Collaboration
We collaborate with community partners and volunteers to maximize positive impact.
