Our Vision - Harbor Homes Center
In March 2026, Harbor Homes proudly closed on the purchase of a new property that will secure a permanent home for our Winter Overnight Shelter while expanding year-round services for Martha’s Vineyard residents experiencing homelessness.
The Harbor Homes Center is envisioned as a place of safety, dignity, and opportunity—a welcoming haven where every person who walks through its doors feels respected, valued, and hopeful about the future. As both a winter shelter, congregate house and a hub for education, support, and community connection, the Center will provide more than just a roof overhead during the coldest months. It will offer a place of belonging, stability, and access to the resources that help individuals and families move forward.
This milestone was made possible by the generosity and partnership of our donors, community collaborators, and supporters. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who helped make the purchase of 515 Edgartown Road in Vineyard Haven a reality.
Creating a permanent home for Harbor Homes is truly a labor of love. Your continued support will ensure that we can provide uninterrupted services, compassionate care, and lasting hope. More than a building, the Harbor Homes Center will be a place where lives intersect, relationships are built, and our community comes together around the belief that everyone deserves dignity, opportunity, and the chance to flourish. Together, we are creating a stronger, more connected Island community where hope is nurtured, potential is realized, and everyone can contribute and thrive.
Services Offered
Harbor Homes has offered ESL classes, access to life skills training, and access to health screenings among other valuable resources. Having a permanent, year-round location will allow Harbor Homes to expand these services and hopefully support the island’s unhoused in a more comprehensive way. During spring and summer, the center will offer a variety of workshops and classes that cover essential topics such as financial literacy, job readiness, and personal wellness.