Outreach Center
Meals
Monday through Saturday from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
On Monday & Friday, we offer one sandwich, fruit, protein, snack, and beverages. On Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday, we offer a hot meal, sandwich, fruit, protein, snack, and beverages.
Meals are free. Pre-registration is not required.
Food Pantry
Third Wednesdays of the month from 11:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Emmaus Ministry’s Food Pantry distributes grocery bags and personal care items to families in need.
You may register during meal distribution or call 315-928-5191.
Children/Family Activity Packs
Second & Fourth Saturdays from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
The week may vary, so please check the calendar or call 315-928-5191
Emmaus offers themed based activity packs, including an age-appropriate educational worksheet, book, craft, toy, and snack twice a month.
Pre-registration is recommended.
Shower Access
Please call 315-928-5191 to schedule.
Emmaus Ministry offers showers to individuals without access. Volunteers will launder only the clothes you are wearing while you are showering. Scrubs are available to wear while you are waiting for your clothes. Please do not bring any other laundry.
Haircuts
Third Tuesdays of the month from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
The week may vary, so please check the calendar or call 315-928-5191.
Emmaus Ministry offers free haircuts monthly.
Walk-ins are welcome. However, we ask that you wash your hair before arriving.
Vision & Hearing Screening with Aurora of CNY
Fourth Wednesdays of the month from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
The week may vary, so please check the calendar or call 315-928-5191
Emmaus Ministry hosts Aurora of CNY offering vision and hearing screening.
Walk-ins are welcome.
Talk-to-a-Lawyer with Volunteer Lawyers Project of CNY, Inc.
First and Third Thursdays from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
The week may vary, so please check the calendar or call 315-928-5191
Emmaus hosts Volunteer Lawyers Project of CNY, Inc. to provide free legal advice on custody, eviction, and more.
Walk-ins are welcome.
Caseworker on site
Wednesday, Thursday, & Friday from 8:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Emmaus' caseworker can assist guests' needs regarding housing, HEAP, SNAP, temporary assistance medical advocacy, mental health advocacy, problem-solving, school advocacy, and service provider advocacy.
Walk-ins are welcome. Appointments are encouraged by calling 315-928-5191.
Confirmation Service Retreats
Call 315-928-5191 for more information.
Emmaus Ministry offers Confirmation Service Retreats for a faith-based experience of service and discipleship. Program content and activities incorporate the needs of the Center and the student’s program. Emmaus Ministry provides a hands-on experience that leads the candidate to see and be the presence of Christ to those who are less fortunate on Syracuse’s south side. Fees vary by group size and length of the retreat.