The Night Ministry — The Crib
1735 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL
How to check if a bed is open tonight
- Call 211 first — they keep live bed-availability counts for every region, including this one.
- Or call this shelter directly: +1-773-784-9000. Ask "do you have a bed available tonight?"
- If you can, also ask about pets, partners, sobriety requirements, and curfew before traveling. Bed counts change hourly — we can't show real-time availability here.
Want to volunteer here?
Call ahead to ask what they need this week. Most shelters keep a volunteer coordinator — say "I'd like to volunteer" when you call. See more volunteer options near you.
Hours
Nightly 7p–8a
Notes
Overnight shelter for ages 18–24. LGBTQ+ affirming.
Who they serve
- Youth (under 25)
- LGBTQ+
Services offered
- Emergency shelter
- Healthcare
- Meals
Always call before traveling. Bed availability, hours, and intake policies change. The information here is provided as a public reference and may be out of date.
Spot an error — wrong phone, closed, hours changed? Report it and we'll fix it (usually within a week).
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