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NORTHERN UTAH'S LARGEST HOMELESS SHELTER

A Path Home.

A Place of Hope.

We are dedicated to transitioning individuals and families from homelessness to housing through compassionate care, emergency shelter, and comprehensive support.

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Northern Utah's Largest Homeless Shelter

Shelter, Hope & a Path Forward

Lantern House is Northern Utah's largest emergency shelter — serving men, women, and children experiencing homelessness in Ogden, Utah.

Founded in 1994 and also known as St. Anne's Center, our compassionate team provides safe housing, nutritious meals, case management, substance-use recovery support, employment resources, and family reunification services — all under one roof.

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Whether you give your time, treasure, or talents — there is a place for you in our mission to end homelessness in Weber County.

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    Your financial gift directly funds shelter beds, hot meals, and life-changing programs. Every dollar counts.

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    From serving meals to mentoring guests, there are dozens of ways to get involved and make a real difference.

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Stories of Hope

“I spent time at this shelter and found the services to be supportive and well-maintained. There were three meals provided daily, along with access to hot water, clean sheets, and fresh towels each day. Overall, it felt like a safe and stable place to begin my journey as an immigrant.”
Jose
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Happy Independence Day from Lantern House! 🇺🇸 We are grateful for our community and all who support our mission. #communityfirst #lanternhouse #Ogdencity

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Summer is here and we need your help! 🌞 Volunteer to serve meals, sort donations, or help with our community programs. Every hand makes a difference. #lanternhouse #volunteer #Ogden

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Lantern House is in need of working washer and dryer donations for our resident laundry room. Access to clean clothes provides comfort, dignity, and a fresh start. 💛

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Did you know? We have an Amazon Wishlist filled with items that go directly toward our donation needs. Every purchase makes a direct impact on the lives of our guests. 🛒

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We're looking for helping hands 💚 Our St. Anne's Soup Kitchen is in need of volunteers to help serve meals and support our community. Every meal shared makes a difference.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about our services, volunteering, and how you can help.

General Services

All services are provided at our main location at 269 West 33rd Street, Ogden, UT.
Lantern House serves individuals and families experiencing homelessness by providing services tailored to their unique needs. Our core services include emergency shelter, prepared meals, and case management support.
Lantern House provides emergency shelter beds for both individuals and families. To support safety and privacy, families are accommodated in separate sleeping areas from individual residents.
Our dedicated staff is available 24 hours a day to assist individuals and families with accessing shelter. Anyone in need of a shelter bed may come to the facility at any time to complete the enrollment process and receive check-in instructions. General population check-in begins at 6:30 PM.
Lantern House provides each resident who checks into the shelter with a blanket, a fitted sheet, and a towel for the night. For the health and safety of all residents, outside linens are not permitted.
Lantern House offers several spaces on our property where residents can spend time during the day. Our cafeteria remains open outside of meal times, providing a comfortable place to gather. We also offer a community room located in our main building for additional space.
Yes! Lantern House welcomes pets and allows up to two pets per household. We currently accept dogs and cats only. For additional questions about pets, please see our Animal Pamphlet.
Lantern House operates a separate on-site kitchen facility that provides free meals to both shelter residents and community members. Meals are served daily at: • 6:30 AM - 8:00 AM • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM • 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM In addition to scheduled meals, children have access to three snack times throughout the day. Daily menus are posted in the kitchen next to the entrance.
Yes! Lantern House offers storage bins for anyone needing a safe place to store belongings. All bins are kept in a locked storage area and are accessible through Lantern House staff during designated hours.

Volunteer Opportunities

Lantern House offers a variety of volunteer opportunities. To begin volunteering, please create a volunteer profile using the following link: https://lhou.galaxydigital.com/agency/detail/?agency_id=154120
Volunteers must be at least 8 years old. Anyone under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Lantern House follows a 2-to-1 ratio, requiring one adult for every two children.
Yes! Lantern House offers volunteer opportunities for both individuals and groups. Individual volunteers may be placed alongside other volunteers during service opportunities.
Meal Services – Approximately 2.5 Hours Assist with preparing, serving, and supporting daily meal services for residents and community members. Property Support – 1+ Hour Commitment Help with facility maintenance, organization, cleaning, landscaping, or improvement projects. Donation & Community Drives – Flexible Commitment Organize or participate in food, hygiene, clothing, or seasonal donation drives to support shelter needs, including individualized service projects for schools or churches. For more information about volunteering, please see our Volunteer Welcome Sheet.
Each meal service volunteer shift lasts approximately two and a half hours. Shift times vary depending on the meal being served.
Yes. Volunteers are asked to commit to the full two-and-a-half-hour shift. While meal service lasts approximately an hour and a half, the additional time is needed for setup, preparation, and cleanup.

Donations

Lantern House gratefully accepts monetary donations as well as a variety of items that support the individuals and families we serve. Accepted donations include: • Clothing • Shoes • Hygiene items • Perishable food • Non-perishable food These contributions help meet immediate needs while providing comfort and stability to our community.
At this time, Lantern House is unable to accept: • Mattresses • Car seats • Televisions

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