Tent City 3
Hosting Tent City 3 is a concrete manifestation of Seattle Pacific University’s mission of engaging the culture and changing the world. It provides the SPU community a unique opportunity to care for — and learn from — our neighbor.
Seattle Pacific welcomes the men and women of Tent City 3.
News and Resources
Growing Up Homeless - Educational Forum
Wednesday, February 22, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Demaray Hall 150
Professor Sharleen Kato, Family and Consumer Science
"It is estimated that one third of all homeless parents spent some part of their childhood in foster care." Join us for this interactive forum led by professor Kato.
TC3 on Facebook
Want to get involved with Tent City 3 @ SPU?
Want to brainstorm ideas about an event YOU can organize?
Check out the Tent City 3 Involvement group on Facebook and connect with others who are getting involved and making things happen!
Beyond the
Specific Needs for TC3: Wool socks, underwear, batteries (all sizes), coffee and coffee supplies, foot treatment ointment, and blankets are in high demand during these cold winter months. Donations may be delivered to the Executive Committee Front Desk at the TC3 entrance. Your generosity is greatly appreciated!
SPU Faculty Statement of Affirmation
The faculty of Seattle Pacific University wholeheartedly affirms the decision to invite Tent City 3 and its residents to be guests on our campus. We believe that this decision is a faithful expression of our university’s commitment to engage the world lovingly as followers of Jesus. We thank all of those students, staff, administrators, and faculty who have worked with so much dedication to bring Tent City 3 to SPU, and we commit ourselves to support this ministry in both prayer and service.
An inside look at a Tent City, its residents, and volunteers. Hear what they have to say and find out why the tent city is an important part of the city. Watch above, or watch the full video.
Quick Facts
- Security is 24/7 at TC3
- Quiet hours: 9 p.m.–8 a.m.
- Residents receive bus tickets
- Eligibility is based on government-issued photo ID
- 100 residents maximum
- Single men and women; couples
- Self-managed community
- Strict rules — sobriety, no violence, no drugs