CHARLOTTE, N.C. — A nonprofit providing recuperative care for people who are homeless was forced to close, but the organization is back to normal thanks to a fundraising campaign.

What You Need To Know

  • Samaritan House is a medical respite for those experiencing homelessness

  • Due to financial and repair-related issues, the organization had to close  

  • The nonprofit is now preparing to reopen thanks to a successful campaign

  • The executive director says his team is excited to be back, supporting people in need  

Samaritan House serves as a medical respite for those experiencing homelessness. 

"A lot of people when they come to us, they're at a really low place in their lives," said Rodney Tucker, executive director for Samaritan House. "They've been in the hospital, there's nowhere for them to go. We're giving them a space to heal in an almost family-like atmosphere so they can get better."

But this past spring, Samaritan House hit a major roadblock and ended up closing in April. 

"We had some unexpected expenditures for the house. Over $60,000 worth of repairs needed to be made in our HVAC unit, some plumbing and electrical issues," Tucker said. 

This forced Samaritan House to temporarily close.

But its Save Our Home campaign raised $451,000, allowing the nonprofit to reopen.

Tucker says the funds helped make necessary repairs and renovations, including enhancements such as new guest beds to better serve the residents.

Looking ahead, Tucker says it is critical his organization stays open for people in need. 

"The referrals are already coming in, and we've already approved two people," Tucker said. "We're waiting to fill all 12 beds." 

Samaritan House officially reopens on Monday, July 17. 

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