About Us

A single meal served to those in need ignited the creation of South Florida’s largest organization dedicated to supporting individuals experiencing homelessness—capturing the essence and growth of the organization.

Rebuilding Broken Lives

More than 33,000 individuals and families are served each year by Camillus House. Learn more about our organization.

History & Mission

Our work began quietly in 1960 when a Catholic brother fed a hungry Cuban exile. Today, Camillus House is the most broad-based homeless services provider in South Florida.

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Financials & Annual Reports

Sound fiscal practices and commitment to accountability and transparency have earned Camillus House gold star ratings from Guidestar, and the highest 4-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s largest charity evaluator.

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Leadership

Our dedicated team considers our mission to serve Miami-Dade County’s poor and vulnerable among the most important work in the world.

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Our Impact

Camillus House has helped South Florida’s most vulnerable, serving 10+ million meals, providing 10.5+ million nights of shelter and housing, and supplying clothing, medical care, counseling, job training and more to countless others.

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Our Partners

When caring partners join our mission, the lift becomes lighter, and the impact in number of lives changed, extraordinary.

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Press Room

As a nationally recognized leader in the fight against homelessness, Camillus House offers valuable insight and information on the problem – and solutions.

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Get to Know Us

How and why does homelessness happen to some and not to others? What can be done about it; and what makes the Camillus House approach to the problem unique? Most important: Does it work?

Big questions – and answers that may surprise you. Take five minutes to listen, learn, and contemplate … and see if you agree!

Our Mission & History

Careers at Camillus

Compassionate? Committed? Live your best life by helping our community’s most vulnerable to get their’s back! See our openings and apply today.

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Latest News

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From Homeless to Hopeful: How Camillus House Helped Francisco Rebuild His Life

Every day, hundreds of homeless and near-homeless individuals access our shower, clothing, kitchen with warm meals, mail services and an array of other programming through Camillus House Day Center. Mr. Francisco Perez (Age 38) used to be one of them.… Continue reading →

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Kevin’s New Beginning: A Journey of Healing and Hope

A year and a half ago, Kevin’s healing journey with Camillus House began with a note to self – “I desperately need to change because I’ve been too sick to function”. In his own words, during that phase of his… Continue reading →

CBS 4 News highlights our culinary arts program
This Kitchen Cook Employment Completion Ceremony feature brings attention to how Camillus House invests in providing vocational training and helps participants compete for meaningful and better-paying jobs. Read Story
WPLG Channel 10 -ABC News Brings Awareness to Human Trafficking
Local 10 News’ Christina Vazquez gives insight to how Camillus House is providing housing, crucial services for victims of human trafficking. Read Story
Camillus House ACT Team receives Sapphire Award
The Florida Blue Foundation honored nine recipients who are doing exemplary work to provide mental health care services and support to those who otherwise may not have access to this type of care. Among them Camillus House was awarded $25,000. Read Story
WLRN: Camillus among homeless aid agencies in Miami to receive millions
Amid an increase in homelessness since the COVID-19 pandemic, Miami-Dade County's Homeless Trust will receive over $21 million in federal funding over three years to find housing for people in need. View Story
From NBC 6 - Camillus House Receives $2 Million Donation
In this report, NBC 6’s Cherney Amhara appears live from Camillus House, where we were granted 2 million dollars to expand workforce development and life skills training (Camillus YOUniversity) from Mayor Francis Suarez as part of a broader program to reduce homelessness. View Story
CHEF Challenge on WSVN 7 Spotlight
Once a homeless family has a roof over their head again, they often struggle to put meals on the table, but thanks to a South Florida food blogger, they are ready to face the challenge. Kevin Ozebek has the scoop on 7Spotlight. Watch Online
Channel 7 News' Story on Our C.O.O.K. Program
Individuals, religious groups, and other organizations are invited to join our Casseroles Out Of Kindness (C.O.O.K.) program, helping Camillus House provide nutritious meals to the hungry and/or homeless in our community. Read Story
Florida Catholic News Service Story
Homeless veterans find a home: Camillus House, Miami-Dade County team up to provide shelter at renovated Somerville Residence. Darnell Metcalf, left, and Rodney Grant are pictured here on a balcony of their new home, Camillus House's Somerville Residence. Read Story
Thanksgiving Day Coverage by NBC 6
NBC 6’s Laura Rodriguez was live from Camillus House where several organizations spread hope and joy across South Florida’s homeless community. Read Story