WCWS is a nonprofit that works hand in hand with our partners helping the low-income population of Lorain to nourish and clothe their families. Our expanded program called My House significantly bridges the gap for kids aging out of foster care Together as a united community we are helping to build stronger families.

Our Mission

“We believe that strong families build stronger communities.”

Our History

In 2014 the city of Lorain gifted WCWS its current property at 1888 E. 31st, which at that time consisted of two abandoned buildings. Thanks to the gracious and hardworking efforts of a team of volunteers and very generous donors, WCWS was able to restore those buildings to better serve the surrounding community. One building continues our original mission to serve as a food pantry and clothing closet while the second building, an old beautiful Victorian home has transitioned from its original purpose as a community drop-in center to a home for youth aging out of the foster care system called My House.

In 20— a greenhouse was donated and has become a working garden that produces an abundance of vegetables, expanding our ability to feed the hungry and teach valuable lessons of community and nurturing.

We Care We Share continues the mission of its founders, relying on the generous support of individuals, businesses, organizations, and grants to continue to respond to the community’s greatest needs.

Our ministry is a faith-based food and clothing closet in South Lorain that was started in 2007 by the late Peggy & John Hurley. Their goal was to fill a void in the city of Lorain when its only food pantry shut down.

They started their ministry in an old school building on E.32nd St. until it was set to be demolished, forcing them to move a church across the street. In 2009, it was at that church that they became a 501(c) 3, extending their services to include health & nutrition classes, health fairs, and more. A short time later they would move to an old corner store on E. 29th until finally planting their roots in their current location on E. 31st.

Our Staff

  • Bill Cornish

    Food Pantry Manager

  • Fran Greer

    Clothing Closet Manager

  • Elaina Hamel

    My House Manager

  • Joshua Pryor

    My House Director

The Board

Bill Cornish

Vice President

Margaret Cornish

Treasurer

Joshua Pryor

Megan Walsh

Secretary, Greenhouse Supervisor

Michelle Schraff

Chris Turcola

Our Sponsors + Collaborators

Without the help of the greater NE Ohio community, our work would not be possible. We are so grateful for all the relationships WCWS has made possible.

Chicks Against Hunger

Girls Give Back

Avon United Methodist Church

Harvest for Hunger

Lorain Notary

Fresh Wind Church

Care Source

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Get Involved

Learn more about how you can help in our areas of need, or make a direct donation today!