Homeless Shelters API

Discover the power of our National Registered Homeless Shelters API, your go-to solution for accurate, up-to-date information on shelters across all 50 states and 19,000 cities in the United States. Tailor your results precisely, ensuring reliability for safety apps, background checks, and community resources. Stay ahead with our comprehensive, regularly updated database.

API description

About the API:

Empowering Communities: National Registered Homeless Shelters API

In an era where information can change lives, our National Registered Homeless Shelters API stands as a beacon of support for communities across the United States. With an extensive, up-to-date database, this API is the cornerstone of accuracy and reliability in the realm of homeless shelters.

Comprehensive Coverage: Encompassing over 19,000 cities across all 50 states, our API offers unparalleled coverage. Whether you’re developing safety applications, conducting background checks, or enhancing community resources, our API ensures your solutions are deeply informed and highly effective. The vast geographical coverage empowers developers to tailor applications to specific regions, addressing the unique needs of diverse communities.

Precision at Your Fingertips: Our API is designed with flexibility in mind. It enables users to obtain precise results, tailoring queries to individual requirements. This adaptability ensures that the information retrieved is not just extensive but also highly relevant, making it an invaluable tool for various applications.

Up-to-Date Accuracy: At the heart of our API's reliability is our commitment to accuracy. We diligently update our records every quarter, guaranteeing that you receive the most current and relevant information available. This real-time approach ensures that your safety applications, background checks, and community resources are always based on the latest data, enhancing their effectiveness significantly.

A Partner in Empowerment: By utilizing our National Registered Homeless Shelters API, you are not just accessing data; you are gaining a trusted partner in community empowerment. Whether you're a developer crafting safety solutions or an organization enhancing community outreach, our API equips you with the tools needed to make a positive impact. Stay ahead, stay informed, and make a difference with our comprehensive and reliable Homeless Shelters API.

What this API receives and what your API provides (input/output)?

Given different search criteria you will be able to return several homeless shelters.

What are the most common use cases of this API?

Emergency Service Optimization: Emergency service providers can use the API to locate the nearest available shelters for homeless individuals during natural disasters, extreme weather conditions, or other emergencies. By integrating the API into their systems, emergency responders can ensure efficient and timely support to those in need.
Community Resource Directories: Local governments and nonprofit organizations can build interactive community resource directories. By utilizing the API, they can provide users with up-to-date information about nearby homeless shelters, including details about available services, occupancy status, and contact information. This can be especially valuable for individuals seeking help and support.
Volunteer and Donation Coordination: Volunteer organizations and charities can use the API to coordinate volunteer efforts and donations. By knowing which shelters require immediate assistance or specific resources, these groups can channel their efforts effectively. For instance, they can organize donation drives for shelters in specific regions based on real-time needs data from the API.
Policy and Advocacy Research: Researchers and policymakers can utilize the API to gather comprehensive data on homeless shelters across different regions. This information can be invaluable for research projects aiming to understand homelessness trends, assess the effectiveness of existing shelters, and advocate for improved policies and funding allocation at local, state, and national levels.
Mobile Applications for Homeless Individuals: Developers can create mobile applications tailored for homeless individuals. These apps can provide easy access to the nearest shelters, along with additional information such as available services, facilities, and user reviews. By integrating mapping functionalities, these applications can guide homeless individuals to the nearest shelters, food banks, and other essential services, improving their access to support resources.

Are there any limitations to your plans?

Besides the number of API calls available for the plan, there are no other limitations.

API Documentation

Endpoints

Shelters by ZIP Code

Search Homeless Shelters by Zip Code

                                                                            
GET https://zylalabs.com/api/2676/homeless+shelters+api/2778/shelters+by+zip+code

Shelters by ZIP Code - Endpoint Features

Object	Description
`zipcode`	[Required] zipcode

Test Endpoint

API EXAMPLE RESPONSE

       
                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                                                                                                                            [{"name": "Men's Eastside Winter Shelter", "address": "515B 116th Ave NE", "city": "Bellevue", "state": "WA", "zip_code": "98004", "location": "47.61487737486411,-122.1857149741896", "phone_number": "(425) 296-3797", "email_address": "[email protected]", "fax_number": "", "official_website": "http://www.cfhomeless.org/winter-shelter/", "twitter": "https://twitter.com/cf_homeless", "facebook": "https://www.facebook.com/www.cfhomeless.org", "instagram": "", "description": "Winter ShelterHours of OperationOvernight services will be from 7:30 pm to 7:30 am. Men are allowed on site beginning at 7:00 pmBus Route: 271 bus, which stops at 116 Ave NE and NE 2nd Pl. Walk back South, and the Center is on the left.Eastside winter conditions endanger the lives of people in our community. Space is provided on a first-come, first-served basis, with priority going to men who spent the previous night there. The EWS is the only low-barrier shelter for men on the Eastside. The mens shelter is staffed by professional, experienced employees and volunteers managed by CFH.The Eastside WEWS Shelter (EWS) is an emergency overnight shelter providing men safety from the cold elements. Men who visit are provided with a hot meal and a safe place to sleep. The trained staff also help connect the homeless to necessary resources, which will help them move toward security, stability, and independence.Photo.2The EWS accommodates up to 80 people each night and is the only low-barrier shelter for men on the Eastside.Last season, the shelter opened on November 15, 2014 and ran through the end of April. The men's shelter is staffed by professional, experienced employees and volunteers managed by CFH. Staff are on-site between 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.", "photo_urls": ["https://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org/gallery/15928__pqc.jpg"], "update_datetime": "2023-06-21T17:26:38Z"}, {"name": "Congregations for the Homeless", "address": "515 116th Ave NE #150", "city": "Bellevue", "state": "WA", "zip_code": "98004", "location": "47.61465898603885,-122.18766401623733", "phone_number": "(425) 502-9958", "email_address": "[email protected]", "fax_number": "", "official_website": "https://www.cfhomeless.org/winter-shelter/", "twitter": "https://www.twitter.com/CF_Homeless", "facebook": "https://www.facebook.com/www.cfhomeless.org", "instagram": "", "description": "The Eastside Mens Shelter (EMS) operates year round and is an emergency overnight shelter providing men safety. Men in the shelter are provided with a hot meal and a safe place to sleep. The trained staff connect the men to necessary resources, helping them move toward security, stability, and independence.Location: 515B 116th Ave NE (at Lincoln Center). Hours: Overnight services will be from 7:30 pm to 7:30 am. Men are allowed on site beginning at 7:00 pm. The closest bus route is the 271 bus, which stops at 116 Ave NE and NE 2nd Pl. Walk back North, and the Center is on the left.", "photo_urls": ["https://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org/gallery/3526__jya.jpg", "https://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org/gallery/3526__gdl.jpg", "https://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org/gallery/3526_cfhomeless_org.jpg"], "update_datetime": "2023-06-21T17:26:38Z"}, {"name": "Sophia's Place", "address": "3032 Bellevue Way NE", "city": "Bellevue", "state": "WA", "zip_code": "98004", "location": "47.63813502045261,-122.20088998889592", "phone_number": "425-896-7385", "email_address": "[email protected]", "fax_number": "", "official_website": "https://sophiaway.org/", "twitter": "", "facebook": "https://www.facebook.com/TheSophiaWay", "instagram": "https://www.instagram.com/the_sophia_way", "description": "Offers immediate needs and services WHEN: Every day, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.BUS ROUTE: 249 FACILITIES: Showers and laundry; nourishing prepared meals (breakfast and lunch); access to computers and phones We provide immediate needs and supportive services at our shelters. Night Shelter Program Sophias Place, behind St. Lukes Lutheran Church, 3032 Bellevue Way NE Bellevue, WA 98004 Every night, 6:45 p.m. to 7:45 a.m. Resource referrals and service providers including counseling, health checkups, legal assistance, resume help and job opportunities Each woman is given a cubicle her personal place where she can leave all her things securely and return to in the evenings. The cubicle is furnished with a single bed (covered by a hand-sewn quilt), a bedside table, and a cupboard and hooks to hang things, a mirror, as well as a bedside lamp. SERVICES: Resource referrals and service providers including counseling, health checkups, legal assistance, resume help and job opportunities", "photo_urls": ["https://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org/gallery/17051__wus.jpg"], "update_datetime": "2023-06-21T17:26:38Z"}]

Shelters by ZIP Code - CODE SNIPPETS


curl --location --request GET 'https://zylalabs.com/api/2676/homeless+shelters+api/2778/shelters+by+zip+code?zipcode=98004' --header 'Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY'

Shelters by Location

Search Homeless Shelters by Location Coordinate and Radius

                                                                            
GET https://zylalabs.com/api/2676/homeless+shelters+api/2779/shelters+by+location

Shelters by Location - Endpoint Features

Object	Description
`lat`	[Required] Location latitude
`lng`	[Required] Location longitude
`radius`	[Required] Radius in mile (10 miles maximum)

Test Endpoint

API EXAMPLE RESPONSE

       
                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                                                                                                                            [{"name": "Men's Eastside Winter Shelter", "address": "515B 116th Ave NE", "city": "Bellevue", "state": "WA", "zip_code": "98004", "location": "47.61487737486411,-122.1857149741896", "phone_number": "(425) 296-3797", "email_address": "[email protected]", "fax_number": "", "official_website": "http://www.cfhomeless.org/winter-shelter/", "twitter": "https://twitter.com/cf_homeless", "facebook": "https://www.facebook.com/www.cfhomeless.org", "instagram": "", "description": "Winter ShelterHours of OperationOvernight services will be from 7:30 pm to 7:30 am. Men are allowed on site beginning at 7:00 pmBus Route: 271 bus, which stops at 116 Ave NE and NE 2nd Pl. Walk back South, and the Center is on the left.Eastside winter conditions endanger the lives of people in our community. Space is provided on a first-come, first-served basis, with priority going to men who spent the previous night there. The EWS is the only low-barrier shelter for men on the Eastside. The mens shelter is staffed by professional, experienced employees and volunteers managed by CFH.The Eastside WEWS Shelter (EWS) is an emergency overnight shelter providing men safety from the cold elements. Men who visit are provided with a hot meal and a safe place to sleep. The trained staff also help connect the homeless to necessary resources, which will help them move toward security, stability, and independence.Photo.2The EWS accommodates up to 80 people each night and is the only low-barrier shelter for men on the Eastside.Last season, the shelter opened on November 15, 2014 and ran through the end of April. The men's shelter is staffed by professional, experienced employees and volunteers managed by CFH. Staff are on-site between 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.", "photo_urls": ["https://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org/gallery/15928__pqc.jpg"], "update_datetime": "2023-06-21T17:26:38Z"}, {"name": "Congregations for the Homeless", "address": "515 116th Ave NE #150", "city": "Bellevue", "state": "WA", "zip_code": "98004", "location": "47.61465898603885,-122.18766401623733", "phone_number": "(425) 502-9958", "email_address": "[email protected]", "fax_number": "", "official_website": "https://www.cfhomeless.org/winter-shelter/", "twitter": "https://www.twitter.com/CF_Homeless", "facebook": "https://www.facebook.com/www.cfhomeless.org", "instagram": "", "description": "The Eastside Mens Shelter (EMS) operates year round and is an emergency overnight shelter providing men safety. Men in the shelter are provided with a hot meal and a safe place to sleep. The trained staff connect the men to necessary resources, helping them move toward security, stability, and independence.Location: 515B 116th Ave NE (at Lincoln Center). Hours: Overnight services will be from 7:30 pm to 7:30 am. Men are allowed on site beginning at 7:00 pm. The closest bus route is the 271 bus, which stops at 116 Ave NE and NE 2nd Pl. Walk back North, and the Center is on the left.", "photo_urls": ["https://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org/gallery/3526__gdl.jpg", "https://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org/gallery/3526__jya.jpg", "https://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org/gallery/3526_cfhomeless_org.jpg"], "update_datetime": "2023-06-21T17:26:38Z"}, {"name": "Sophia's Place", "address": "3032 Bellevue Way NE", "city": "Bellevue", "state": "WA", "zip_code": "98004", "location": "47.63813502045261,-122.20088998889592", "phone_number": "425-896-7385", "email_address": "[email protected]", "fax_number": "", "official_website": "https://sophiaway.org/", "twitter": "", "facebook": "https://www.facebook.com/TheSophiaWay", "instagram": "https://www.instagram.com/the_sophia_way", "description": "Offers immediate needs and services WHEN: Every day, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.BUS ROUTE: 249 FACILITIES: Showers and laundry; nourishing prepared meals (breakfast and lunch); access to computers and phones We provide immediate needs and supportive services at our shelters. Night Shelter Program Sophias Place, behind St. Lukes Lutheran Church, 3032 Bellevue Way NE Bellevue, WA 98004 Every night, 6:45 p.m. to 7:45 a.m. Resource referrals and service providers including counseling, health checkups, legal assistance, resume help and job opportunities Each woman is given a cubicle her personal place where she can leave all her things securely and return to in the evenings. The cubicle is furnished with a single bed (covered by a hand-sewn quilt), a bedside table, and a cupboard and hooks to hang things, a mirror, as well as a bedside lamp. SERVICES: Resource referrals and service providers including counseling, health checkups, legal assistance, resume help and job opportunities", "photo_urls": ["https://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org/gallery/17051__wus.jpg"], "update_datetime": "2023-06-21T17:26:38Z"}]

Shelters by Location - CODE SNIPPETS


curl --location --request GET 'https://zylalabs.com/api/2676/homeless+shelters+api/2779/shelters+by+location?lat=47.630703&lng=-122.186370&radius=1.4' --header 'Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY'

Shelters by City and State

Search Homeless Shelters by State & City

                                                                            
GET https://zylalabs.com/api/2676/homeless+shelters+api/2780/shelters+by+city+and+state

Shelters by City and State - Endpoint Features

Object	Description
`state`	[Required] State full name (e.g., Washington) or abbreviation (e.g., WA)
`city`	[Required] City name, e.g., Bellevue

Test Endpoint

API EXAMPLE RESPONSE

       
                                                                                                        
                                                                                                                                                                                                                            [{"name": "Men's Eastside Winter Shelter", "address": "515B 116th Ave NE", "city": "Bellevue", "state": "WA", "zip_code": "98004", "location": "47.61487737486411,-122.1857149741896", "phone_number": "(425) 296-3797", "email_address": "[email protected]", "fax_number": "", "official_website": "http://www.cfhomeless.org/winter-shelter/", "twitter": "https://twitter.com/cf_homeless", "facebook": "https://www.facebook.com/www.cfhomeless.org", "instagram": "", "description": "Winter ShelterHours of OperationOvernight services will be from 7:30 pm to 7:30 am. Men are allowed on site beginning at 7:00 pmBus Route: 271 bus, which stops at 116 Ave NE and NE 2nd Pl. Walk back South, and the Center is on the left.Eastside winter conditions endanger the lives of people in our community. Space is provided on a first-come, first-served basis, with priority going to men who spent the previous night there. The EWS is the only low-barrier shelter for men on the Eastside. The mens shelter is staffed by professional, experienced employees and volunteers managed by CFH.The Eastside WEWS Shelter (EWS) is an emergency overnight shelter providing men safety from the cold elements. Men who visit are provided with a hot meal and a safe place to sleep. The trained staff also help connect the homeless to necessary resources, which will help them move toward security, stability, and independence.Photo.2The EWS accommodates up to 80 people each night and is the only low-barrier shelter for men on the Eastside.Last season, the shelter opened on November 15, 2014 and ran through the end of April. The men's shelter is staffed by professional, experienced employees and volunteers managed by CFH. Staff are on-site between 8:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.", "photo_urls": ["https://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org/gallery/15928__pqc.jpg"], "update_datetime": "2023-06-21T17:26:38Z"}, {"name": "Congregations for the Homeless", "address": "515 116th Ave NE #150", "city": "Bellevue", "state": "WA", "zip_code": "98004", "location": "47.61465898603885,-122.18766401623733", "phone_number": "(425) 502-9958", "email_address": "[email protected]", "fax_number": "", "official_website": "https://www.cfhomeless.org/winter-shelter/", "twitter": "https://www.twitter.com/CF_Homeless", "facebook": "https://www.facebook.com/www.cfhomeless.org", "instagram": "", "description": "The Eastside Mens Shelter (EMS) operates year round and is an emergency overnight shelter providing men safety. Men in the shelter are provided with a hot meal and a safe place to sleep. The trained staff connect the men to necessary resources, helping them move toward security, stability, and independence.Location: 515B 116th Ave NE (at Lincoln Center). Hours: Overnight services will be from 7:30 pm to 7:30 am. Men are allowed on site beginning at 7:00 pm. The closest bus route is the 271 bus, which stops at 116 Ave NE and NE 2nd Pl. Walk back North, and the Center is on the left.", "photo_urls": ["https://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org/gallery/3526_cfhomeless_org.jpg", "https://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org/gallery/3526__gdl.jpg", "https://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org/gallery/3526__jya.jpg"], "update_datetime": "2023-06-21T17:26:38Z"}, {"name": "Sophia's Place", "address": "3032 Bellevue Way NE", "city": "Bellevue", "state": "WA", "zip_code": "98004", "location": "47.63813502045261,-122.20088998889592", "phone_number": "425-896-7385", "email_address": "[email protected]", "fax_number": "", "official_website": "https://sophiaway.org/", "twitter": "", "facebook": "https://www.facebook.com/TheSophiaWay", "instagram": "https://www.instagram.com/the_sophia_way", "description": "Offers immediate needs and services WHEN: Every day, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.BUS ROUTE: 249 FACILITIES: Showers and laundry; nourishing prepared meals (breakfast and lunch); access to computers and phones We provide immediate needs and supportive services at our shelters. Night Shelter Program Sophias Place, behind St. Lukes Lutheran Church, 3032 Bellevue Way NE Bellevue, WA 98004 Every night, 6:45 p.m. to 7:45 a.m. Resource referrals and service providers including counseling, health checkups, legal assistance, resume help and job opportunities Each woman is given a cubicle her personal place where she can leave all her things securely and return to in the evenings. The cubicle is furnished with a single bed (covered by a hand-sewn quilt), a bedside table, and a cupboard and hooks to hang things, a mirror, as well as a bedside lamp. SERVICES: Resource referrals and service providers including counseling, health checkups, legal assistance, resume help and job opportunities", "photo_urls": ["https://www.homelessshelterdirectory.org/gallery/17051__wus.jpg"], "update_datetime": "2023-06-21T17:26:38Z"}]

Shelters by City and State - CODE SNIPPETS


curl --location --request GET 'https://zylalabs.com/api/2676/homeless+shelters+api/2780/shelters+by+city+and+state?state=Washington&city=Bellevue' --header 'Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY'

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After signing up, every developer is assigned a personal API access key, a unique combination of letters and digits provided to access to our API endpoint. To authenticate with the Homeless Shelters API REST API, simply include your bearer token in the Authorization header.

Headers

Header	Description
`Authorization`	[Required] Should be `Bearer access_key`. See "Your API Access Key" above when you are subscribed.

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What is the Homeless Shelters API, and what does it offer?

The Homeless Shelters API is a robust data service providing detailed information about registered homeless shelters across the United States. It offers comprehensive data on shelter locations, services provided, occupancy status, and contact details, enabling developers to integrate accurate and up-to-date information into their applications.

. How frequently is the data in the API updated?

The API data is updated quarterly. This regular update schedule ensures that the information provided is current and reliable, allowing users to make informed decisions based on the latest data available.

Can I search for shelters based on specific criteria, such as location or services offered?

Absolutely. The API supports various search like location, zip codes and cities.

Does the API provide historical data or only current information?

The API primarily focuses on providing current and up-to-date information about homeless shelters.

Can the API be integrated into mobile applications?

Certainly. The API is designed to be versatile and can be integrated into various platforms, including mobile applications. Developers can use the API to create mobile apps that provide real-time information about nearby shelters, helping individuals in need access support services.

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