ABOUT

Our Story
Legacy of Service
Shalom Center was founded as “The Interfaith Human Concerns Network” in 1982 by a group of individuals concerned about issues facing neighbors across the Kenosha community. They addressed their concerns by serving a hot meal. In 1985, the Shalom Center (newly renamed) purchased the Deming School to serve as its headquarters. Just a year later, the 2nd floor of its building was converted into family shelter space. In 1991, Shalom Center launched the Interfaith Network Shelter Program in which local churches opened their basements to allow respite sleeping areas for individuals experiencing homelessness. In 2009, Shalom Center opened its food pantry on Sheridan Road.
Commitment to Serving
In 2017, Shalom Center moved into a new location at 4314 39th Avenue allowing for a 24/7 space for its homeless programs (including individual & family shelters) and its soup kitchen. A year later, Shalom Center burned the mortgage on this building. In 2020, Shalom Center added an addition to the building relocating its food pantry and warehouse to its main location. After nearly 39 years, all of Shalom Center’s programs are under one roof.
Our Mission
Our mission is to serve the community by providing emergency food, shelter, and support in ways that meet immediate needs and respect human dignity. Through food, shelter, and guidance, we will help people maximize their potential for self-sufficiency.
Our Board of Directors
Ken Winius, Chair
Andy Pitts, Vice Chair
Wes Ricchio, Treasurer
Erin Ginn, Secretary
Pam Acerbi
Tim Barthe
Crystal Callahan
John Collins
Steve Hartfield
Richard Kaufmann
Wayne Koessl
Mary Kubicki
Robert Riedl
Dick Selsburg
Wilson Shierk


Our Team
Administration
Tamarra Coleman,
Executive Director
Mike Tyson,
Finance & Business Manager
Shelter Programs
Wendy Cross,
Shelter Director
Karon Thomas,
Case Manager
Lorroli Henderson,
Diversion Case Manager
Anne Eiring,
Case Manager
Food Distribution
Abby Marksuon,
Food Pantry Manager
Dustin Ean,
Waterhouse Manager
Meal Programs
Cristabel Gomez,
Soup Kitchen Manager