Important Covid-19 Updates:
We follow strict Covid-19 guidelines: masks worn at all times, social distancing of six feet or more, a limited number of people will be permitted in the building. For Meals on Main Street, everyone is invited to come get a lunch to go, but if you do not have a mask please ask a volunteer on site to assist you with getting a lunch.
Outreach Programs
People that visit Net of Compassion are adults struggling with substance use disorder, homelessness, unemployment, and mental health issues. The programming staff and volunteers at Net of Compassion connect with guests and inquire what other help they may need. Over time strong relationships develop. Through these relationships we begin to work on individualized plans towards their recovery.
24/7 Hour Outreach
Net of Compassion supports individuals in need, close to 24 hours a day. With the guidance of the Executive staff, our volunteer teams are able to get people the help they need when they need it. Outreach is an integral part of what we do.
24/7 Hour Outreach
Net of Compassion supports individuals in need, close to 24 hours a day. With the guidance of the Executive staff, our volunteer teams are able to get people the help they need when they need it. Outreach is an integral part of what we do.
Grace Closet
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Our clothing distribution program, Grace Closet, provides quality clothing for people to survive the outdoor elements, but more importantly, to be able to go to work and feel a part of society again.
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Clothing Pantry hours:
Wednesdays, 1:00 pm–4:00 pm We follow strict Covid-19 guidelines: masks worn at all times, social distancing of six feet or more, limited people in the building. |
Grace Pantry
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Our food pantry serves those who struggle with food security. We work with partner organizations to provide a wide variety of health food and provisions. Once an outdoor program, since Covid-19, the pantry has moved indoors at 674 Main Street, Worcester.
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Food Pantry hours:
Thursdays, 1:00 pm–5:00 pm We follow strict Covid-19 guidelines: masks worn at all times, social distancing of six feet or more, limited people in the building. |
Meals on Main Street
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Starting with just a few small tables with sandwiches on Main Street in 2010, the Saturday Meals outreach program was born. Over the ensuing years Net of Compassion is now supported by community volunteers and serves over 250 nutritious meals per week. Pastor Richie Gonzalez estimates that this program has helped thousands of individuals.
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Saturday Meals hours:
Saturdays, 1:00 pm–4:00 pm, on the sidewalk outside of 674 Main Street, Worcester, MA Everyone is invited to come get a lunch to go. Please wear a mask and practice social distancing. If you do not have a mask please see a volunteer on site to assist you with getting a lunch. |
Home Cooked Meals
Volunteers prepare, cook, transport, and serve a nutritious home cooked meal to people in need, outdoors, right in the heart of Worcester on Main Street. The volunteers are incredible people of faith that work tirelessly to make sure everyone receives food, support and encouragement. The Saturday program runs no matter the extreme weather conditions.
Inspiring Messages of Hope, Music and Teachings
Through live music and inspiring songs every Saturday during the Mobile Outreach program, Director Richie Gonzalez, an ordained minister, brings a message of hope that is centered in his Christian values. Speakers from around the city join him on a weekly basis. Net of Compassion encourages individuals to find a life of faith in God as a means of support during their most difficult times.
Volunteers prepare, cook, transport, and serve a nutritious home cooked meal to people in need, outdoors, right in the heart of Worcester on Main Street. The volunteers are incredible people of faith that work tirelessly to make sure everyone receives food, support and encouragement. The Saturday program runs no matter the extreme weather conditions.
Inspiring Messages of Hope, Music and Teachings
Through live music and inspiring songs every Saturday during the Mobile Outreach program, Director Richie Gonzalez, an ordained minister, brings a message of hope that is centered in his Christian values. Speakers from around the city join him on a weekly basis. Net of Compassion encourages individuals to find a life of faith in God as a means of support during their most difficult times.
Joshua’s Showers
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Our shower trailer is available to anyone in need of a hot shower anytime during regular hours at 44 Temple Street, Worcester MA at St. John's Church.
History Shutdowns since March had left no facilities open for the homeless to shower. An angel donation came from a long time friend and supporter of Net of Compassion, Sophie Kozaczka of Keller Williams on Shrewsbury Street, Worcester. Sophie lost her son Joshua to substance use disorder Nov.12, 2019 and wanted the shower trailer to serve as a tribute to his life and a tangible reminder that people still love and care for the homeless and those suffering from substance use disorder. She hopes that this loving environment may spur some to recovery. |
NEW Shower Trailer hours:
Monday–Friday, 7:00 am–11:00 am We follow strict Covid-19 guidelines: masks worn at all times, social distancing of six feet or more, limited people in the building after using the shower trailer. This program is made possible, in part, by funding from United Way of Central Massachusetts. 
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Net of Compassion relies on private donations and small grants.
Please consider making a donation today.
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©2020 Net of Compassion. Net of Compassion is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, tax ID 83-0876779.
All donations are tax deductible as allowed by law.
All donations are tax deductible as allowed by law.
