Donate to our Good Neighbors Fund
Roanoke Area Ministries is primarily donor-funded. When you donate to the Good Neighbors Fund, you help keep people in their homes through our Financial Aid Department. You give those who don't have a home, a place of their own. You are making a difference for our neighbors in the Roanoke Valley, and Blue Ridge Region. Thank you, for partnering with us.
Mailing a check?
Please mark the check with GOOD NEIGHBORS FUND and mail it to 824 Campbell Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24016
Donate to our General Fund
“There is more to homelessness than collecting a paycheck”
Roanoke Area Ministries is primarily donor-funded. You are making a difference for our neighbors in the Roanoke Valley and Blue Ridge Region. Join the #iamramfam team, and thank you, for partnering with us.
Mailing a check?
Please mark the check with GENERAL FUND and mail it to 824 Campbell Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24016
Donate to our Capital Campaign
RAM House needs to expand its services to address the needs of our clients and help the city combat homelessness which is increasing daily. We need to have mental health care providers on-site to provide comprehensive case management and stabilize individuals for housing. In addition, we have plans to have showers, mobile medical access, substance-alcohol abuse peer groups, day labor programs, computer access, and increased office space. We have identified a building (410 Elm Ave.) for purchase and renovation to better serve our clients, with a contract signed for $715,000 and an estimated renovation cost of $3,000,000.
Read our current Capital Campaign Newsletter : LINK
Mailing a check?
Please mark the check with CAPITAL CAMPAIGN FUND and mail it to 824 Campbell Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24016
Financial Aid
Financial Aid office will be closed the weeks of 11/25 - 11/29, 12/23 - 12/27 & 12/30 - 1/3. Other areas besides the city of Roanoke are served. Please call 540-981-1732 to find out more information.
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Financial Aid office will be closed the weeks of 11/25 - 11/29, 12/23 - 12/27 & 12/30 - 1/3. Other areas besides the city of Roanoke are served. Please call 540-981-1732 to find out more information. 〰️
ATTENTION:
Financial Aid Office will be closed the weeks of 11/25 - 11/29, 12/23 - 12/27 & 12/30 - 1/3.
IF YOU LIVE IN ROANOKE CITY:
RAM assists NW & SW Roanoke City residents only, due to funding limitations
* NE, SE, and Vinton - Presbyterian Center - 540-982-2911
RAM HOUSE DOORS OPEN AT 8 AM.
FINANCIAL AID OPENS AT 9 AM.
FINANCIAL AID SERVING ONLY THE FIRST 8 PEOPLE IN LINE.
RECENT CHANGES: Utilities $200 OR LESS | Rent $300 OR LESS
APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED MONDAY AND TUESDAY.
DUE TO A RECENT EXTREME NEED FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE, RAM HOUSE IS CHANGING ITS HOURS OF CLIENT SERVICES. WE WILL OPEN AT 9 AM MONDAY AND TUESDAY. THIS IS THE ONLY WAY WE CAN PROCESS THE EXTREME NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS WE ARE RECEIVING.
Financial Aid Forms and Information: Click Here
Our Story
Roanoke Area Ministries (RAM) started in 1971 when the local government and area congregations noticed an increase in homelessness in Roanoke, VA. This collaboration created a grassroots, interfaith effort to serve some of the most vulnerable in the Roanoke Valley. Our funding comes from a combination of donations and grants. The continued support of the community and local houses of faith keep RAM going strong. Every day we are ready to serve our homeless neighbors and others in need.
How We Serve
RAM House is the largest day shelter in Roanoke, and we are open 365 days a year. Every day we provide our guests with a continental breakfast and nutritious hot lunch. Our safe environment is a refuge for those in need, where they can receive toiletries, clothing, and other necessities. We offer laundry services and a safe place to store their possessions for the day. Guests in the shelter can sign up to work through our day labor program which allows them to earn a small income. We also have an emergency financial assistance program that helps with rent and utility bills.
We meet people where they are,
and support them in their search for a better life.
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