This Easter, the Riverside House community gathered to reflect, rejoice, and reconnect through faith and fellowship. It was a truly special day filled with warmth, hope, and shared gratitude. Clients from both our Residential Reentry Program and Emergency Shelter came together for a heartfelt Easter service. We were especially moved by Mr. Bell, who generously shared […]
Riverside House had the incredible honor of welcoming 64 students from Georgia Southern University’s CRU (Campus Crusade for Christ) for a four-day volunteer experience that left a lasting impression on all of us. These passionate freshmen and sophomores—guided by their amazing team leaders—showed up with open hearts, ready to serve. From 10 AM to 3 […]
Riverside House experienced a beautiful outpouring of generosity, reminding us once again of the power of community and kindness. We were truly blessed by the incredible members of Greater New Bethel M. B. Church, led by Sis. Erma Stone and the amazing ladies of the Mission Group (1, 2, 3, and 4), The Daughters of […]
At Riverside House, we are always moved by the kindness of those in our community who step up to make a difference. Today, we want to extend a heartfelt thank you to Zaria Vickers from Girl Scout Troop #14334 for her generous donation of blankets to our homeless residents. With the cooler temperatures, something as […]
Recently, The Homeless Trust hosted Homeless Persons’ Memorial Day, a heartfelt ceremony dedicated to honoring the lives of those who tragically passed away while experiencing homelessness in Miami-Dade County. This event was more than a memorial—it was a powerful moment to reflect and recommit to building a future where no one has to endure life—or […]
Carlos Rocha, Program Manager of our Emergency Shelter Program, recently attended a powerful Homeless Resource Fair designed to connect homeless individuals with essential services and support. The event featured agencies like the City of Miami Beach Homeless Outreach Team, MBPD, Florida Health, local shelters, and more—each offering a variety of resources to help individuals transition […]
We would like to extend a special thank you to Jacquese Canty and the incredible leadership team of Girl Scout Troop #14334 for their generous donation of 50 Welcome Bags for the homeless residents of our Emergency Shelter Program at Riverside House. These thoughtfully prepared bags arrived at the perfect time, spreading holiday cheer and kindness during […]
On Friday, December 6, 2024, at 10:00 AM, Commissioner Kionne L. McGhee of Miami-Dade County, District 9, and many members of the community—including Cleve Bell of Riverside House—gathered for the honoring ceremony and unveiling of Desmond Meade Street. There’s a powerful African proverb that reminds us of the importance of community: “It takes a village to […]
We would like to extend a very warm welcome to Mark Riley, our new Pastoral Care volunteer. Mark, an Associate Minister at Friendship Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of our Board Member, Pastor Gaston Smith, is bringing his heart for service and ministry to Riverside House. In his recent interview with our Coordinator Carmen […]
Cleve Bell recently had the privilege of attending the Girl Scouts’ “My Promise, My Faith” event, where he shared his testimony and engaged with attendees in activities focused on the theme of “faith.” Representatives from various organizations were also present to share their faith journeys and lead fun crafts and activities. A special thank you […]
