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Our next PROJECT CONNECT event with Valley of the Sun United Way is coming up on August 28th in Phoenix! VOLUNTEERS are NEEDED to help us set up, take down and to make those important one on one connections with Clients. It's a great way to give back to the community, meet some new friends and contribute to the greater good! 🥰 Volunteer Registration 👇 https://lnkd.in/gbqWgS24 Project Connect in Uptown Phoenix 📅📌 August 28th, 2024 First Christian Church 6750 N 7th Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85013 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁? Project Connect is a one-day homelessness services event. A true community effort to provide services where they're needed most - including ID replacements, pet care and pet supplies, mental and behavioral health services, haircuts and showers, housing applications, a hot meal, and more. None of this work is possible without VOLUNTEERS. If you have a group of friends or co-workers that want to sign up, reach out and we will help you coordinate! 💛 🤝 If you're a SERVICE PROVIDER, and you want to get involved in PROJECT CONNECT, we would love to work with you. We're always looking for new partnerships and ways to collaborate! Please don't hesitate to reach out to ask questions, and explore how you and your organization might be able to bring resources and relief to those in need. Questions? Please email Liz at: eroed@keystochangeaz.org #EndHomelessness #BeLikeMike #Community #Nonprofit #Volunteer #Support #HelpingOthers #GiveBack #Humanity #Hope #HelpTheHomeless #Leadership #GreaterGood #VolunteerAppreciation #VolunteersMakeItHappen #CollaborationIsKey🔑

Our next PROJECT CONNECT event with Valley of the Sun United Way is coming up on June 27th in Sunnyslope! We need some volunteers to help us! 🙏 Different shifts are available, you can help set up, take down and make those important one on one connections with Clients. It's a great way to give back to the community, hang out with friends, bond with co-workers, meet new people, and contribute to the greater good! 🥰 Volunteer Registration 👇 https://lnkd.in/gq8taUrx Project Connect in Sunnyslope 📅📌 June 27th, 2024 Sunnyslope Family Services Center 914 W. Hatcher Road Phoenix, Arizona 85021 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁? Project Connect is a one-day homelessness services event. A true community effort to provide services where they're needed most - including ID replacements, pet care and pet supplies, mental and behavioral health services, haircuts and showers, housing applications, a hot meal, and more. None of this work is possible without VOLUNTEERS. If you have a group of friends or co-workers that want to sign up, reach out and we will help you coordinate! 💛 🤝 If you're a SERVICE PROVIDER, and you want to get involved in PROJECT CONNECT, we would love to work with you. We're always looking for new partnerships and ways to collaborate! Please don't hesitate to reach out to ask questions, and explore how you and your organization might be able to bring resources and relief to those in need. Questions? Please email Liz at: eroed@keystochangeaz.org #EndHomelessness #BeLikeMike #Community #Nonprofit #Volunteer #Support #HelpingOthers #GiveBack #Humanity #Hope #HelpTheHomeless #Leadership #GreaterGood #VolunteerAppreciation #VolunteersMakeItHappen #CollaborationIsKey🔑

🌟✨ On National Homeless Persons' Remembrance Day, Good Works Grant Writing honors the lives of those impacted by homelessness and highlights organizations making a difference in their communities. 🚐💙 Today, Good Works shines a spotlight on Elaine - SDOH Transportation, a nonprofit transforming lives in Phoenix. Founded in January 2019, Elaine was named in memory of Elaine Herzberg, who tragically lost her life while experiencing homelessness. Inspired by her legacy, Elaine’s mission is to connect Arizona’s homeless and underserved people to critical resources by eliminating transportation barriers. Their vision is to become a national provider of transportation services in the pursuit of eliminating disparities. 🌟 What began as free transportation for adults experiencing homelessness has since expanded to serve elderly and disabled adults, as well as others without access to traditional subsidies. These services open doors to resources that promote self-sufficiency, healthy living, and improved Social Determinants of Health. 🏥🚗 Good Works is proud to have partnered with Elaine as a #GoodWorksClient since 2020, supporting their efforts to break down barriers and build stronger, healthier communities. 💛🌎 📲 Learn more about Elaine and other inspiring Good Works Clients here: https://lnkd.in/eJW3p8Np #HomelessPersonsRemembranceDay #ElaineHerzbergLegacy #TransportationForChange #GoodWorksImpact #EndHomelessness #EliminatingBarriers #SocialDeterminantsOfHealth #HomelessnessAwareness #CommunitySupport #TransportationMatters #NonprofitSpotlight #PhoenixNonprofits

As we honor the work of social worker, Johnnie Mae Brooks-Johnson, let's delve into a pressing pain point for single parents she tirelessly advocated for - affordable & stable housing. It's an uphill struggle that often goes unnoticed. 🏠💔 Johnnie’s impactful work with the Transformational Community Development Agency in Louisiana highlights the importance of housing stability for single parents. Her efforts unveiled the crucial link between robust housing policies & the well-being of single-parent families. The ripple effect is clear - housing security can serve as a lifeline not only for single parents but also for their children. It goes beyond just a roof - it's about building sustainable & inclusive communities. 🏘🌍✨ If your CSR falls into the sphere of housing or family support, Johnnie's work should serve as a significant source of inspiration. Are there lingering questions around your current charitable goal? Reach out to us 📩 for insights into the pivotal role stable & affordable housing can play in supporting single-parent families. Help us promote affordable housing for single parents by simply liking 👍, commenting 💬, and sharing this post. Together we can drive awareness & create a bigger impact! #AffordableHousing #SingleParentsSupport #CommunityBuilders #ShreveportHousing #LouisianaCommunity #HousingForAll #CBAHousing #SupportSingleParents #CommunityDevelopment #BuildingBetterFutures #ShreveportStrong #TogetherWeBuild Follow us

Hope for Homes Day: A Statewide Initiative to Combat Homelessness in Illinois Mark your calendars for July 18th, 2024 - a day when professionals across Illinois can significantly impact our communities. Hope for Homes Day is a collaborative fundraising effort uniting nonprofits throughout the state with one mission: to end homelessness. This initiative exemplifies the power of collective action in addressing critical social issues. Why This Matters to Professionals: -Corporate Social Responsibility: Demonstrate your company's commitment to community welfare -Networking: Connect with like-minded professionals and organizations -Leadership: Be at the forefront of social change in Illinois How You Can Participate: 1. Learn more about this incredible initiative 2. Set up a reminder to donate on July 18th and share this initiative with your professional network 3. Choose a nonprofit to support (we'd be honored if you chose us!) https://bit.ly/3zLIDNS Let's leverage our professional networks to create lasting change. Regardless of size, your contribution can help provide safe, stable housing for those in need. Together, we can showcase Illinois as a state where business success and social responsibility go hand in hand. Are you or your company participating in Hope for Homes Day? Share your plans in the comments below! La Casa Norte #ASafeHaven #HopeForHomes #CorporateSocialResponsibility #IllinoisGives #ProfessionalsForChange

Together We Thrive Campaign: From Streets to Home A heartfelt thank you to the incredible volunteers from Phillip Nova, PhillipCapital, and Agility Fund Management who joined us last Saturday morning for a meaningful learning journey Bless Community Services' shelter for the homeless. On a Saturday morning, when many would opt for extra rest or time with loved ones, 30 of you showed up on time and dedicated your morning to improving the lives of our #shelter residents. From packing fruit bags, cleaning fridges and lockers, organizing food inventory, sorting clothes from Re-UNIQLO, to scrubbing floors – every effort made a significant impact. The shelter now looks clean, tidy, and well-organized, all thanks to your hard work. After the cleaning session, our #CareCoordinator Joseph gave an insightful talk about homelessness and rough sleepers. As our CEO Rick Toh shared, (quoting from Homeless Hearts of Singapore), addressing homelessness isn’t just about providing a roof over someone’s head – it’s about addressing deeper issues like #social isolation, #mental health, and building #relationships. Sometimes, the best way to help is simply to #listen – to understand, not to solve. For many, a conversation or the kindness of a friend can restore hope and help them rebuild their lives. #Volunteers also had the opportunity to share lunch with our stayers and hear their stories firsthand, further deepening their understanding of the challenges faced. This #learningjourney was a success, not only in making the shelter a better place but also in sharing and inspiring 30 volunteers to continue advocating for the homeless. As we work to overcome #misconceptions and promote #compassion and #inclusivity in our society, we are grateful for the continued support and interest in volunteering. If you would like to get involved, contribute, or learn more about our work, please click the link to donate, https://lnkd.in/gTZVeyEm contact us to arrange a learning journey for your company, or join us as a volunteer. 6288 9377 Email: enquiries@bless.org.sg Together, we can help build a more inclusive and kind society. #CommunitySupport #HomelessnessAwareness #Volunteering #SocialImpact #InclusiveSociety #Advocacy #BlessCommunityServices

Hope for Homes Day: Today We Combat Homelessness in Illinois Hope for Homes Day is here! Today, July 18th, 2024, professionals across Illinois have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our communities. This collaborative fundraising effort unites nonprofits throughout the state with one mission: to end homelessness. Your participation today exemplifies the power of collective action in addressing critical social issues. Why This Matters to Professionals: · Corporate Social Responsibility: Demonstrate your company's commitment to community welfare · Networking: Connect with like-minded professionals and organizations · Leadership: Be at the forefront of social change in Illinois How You Can Participate Right Now: 1. Visit https://bit.ly/3zLIDNS and donate now! 2. Share this initiative with your professional network Let's leverage our professional networks to create lasting change today. Regardless of size, your contribution can help provide safe, stable housing for those in need. Together, we can showcase Illinois as a state where business success and social responsibility go hand in hand. #ASafeHaven #HopeForHomes #CorporateSocialResponsibility #IllinoisGives #ProfessionalsForChange

Inspired by a recent presentation with Tamarra A. Coleman for Leadership Kenosha, I reflected on how communities like ours can come together during the holiday season to address rising needs. This article was published in Sunday's edition of the Kenosha News. In 2024, community support is more crucial than ever. Data from United Way of Kenosha County partner IMPACT 211 reveals growing requests for housing, mental health support, and food assistance—a stark reminder of the challenges many local families face. 📊 Key insights from January–September 2024: - Housing assistance accounted for up to 32.3% of 211 calls each quarter. - Mental health service requests rose by 57% in Q3, while substance use calls increased by 55%. - Food assistance demand climbed steadily, stressing the need for vital resources like food pantries. Local organizations, including the Shalom Center, Sharing Center, Inc., Salvation Army, and St. Vincent De Paul Society, have been lifelines for those in need, showing the power of community action. 💛 At United Way of Kenosha County, we’re proud to support IMPACT 211 and other essential programs through our Community Investment grant program. But we can’t do this alone. This holiday season, we invite you to: 👉 Donate to support local programs. https://lnkd.in/gxYw8mBF 👉 Volunteer to make a direct impact. https://lnkd.in/g2XkYaE6 👉 Share resources to connect families in need. https://lnkd.in/gxac_fGG Together, we can offer hope and help create a brighter future for everyone in Kenosha County. 🌟 Let’s make a difference, one act of kindness at a time. 🌟 #LiveUNITED #IMPACT211 #KenoshaCounty #CommunitySupport #HopeForTheHolidays

Advocating for Accurate Count and Genuine Support for the Homeless in Midland, TX As we approach the annual Point-in-Time (PIT) count this Thursday, it’s crucial to reflect on the realities facing our homeless community here in Midland, Texas. In 2024, it was reported that there are 138 individuals sleeping on the streets, a number that raises alarm and demands our attention. This figure does not include those sheltered, and while organizations like the Salvation Army do Amazing work to keep those unsheltered numbers low, we must not lose sight of the challenges that remain. As a volunteer with Backyard Midland, an organization dedicated to feeding and supporting the homeless on rhe weekends, I’ve witnessed firsthand the fluctuating numbers in our community. Throughout this year, we’ve seen highs of 42 individuals seeking help and lows of just 12. Recently, we’ve settled at around 20 individuals during the first weeks of January. These numbers are not just statistics; they represent real people with real stories, struggles, and hopes. It’s disheartening to see how some nonprofit organizations may create a sense of emergency to raise funds, often directing the majority of those resources toward staff salaries rather than direct assistance to those in need. This cycle of misrepresentation can make it even harder for genuine organizations to make a difference. Backyard Midland has no paid employees and is run by all local volunteers. That’s why I urge everyone to advocate for a fair and accurate count during this upcoming PIT count. We need to ensure that the numbers reflect the true state of homelessness in Midland, allowing us to allocate resources effectively and make a meaningful impact. Each individual counts, and each story matters. Let’s work together to support our homeless community authentically. By promoting transparency and accuracy, we can help ensure that those out on the streets receive the help they truly deserve. Join me in speaking up for those who need it most! #MidlandTX #HomelessnessAwareness #Advocacy #BackyardMidland

Creating welcoming communities for the homeless 🏠 I've been reflecting on how we can foster more inclusive and welcoming communities for the homeless. It's a pressing issue, especially as winter sets in and the need for shelter becomes even more critical. One approach that stands out is the integration of community centres that offer not just a place to stay, but also access to essential services like healthcare, job training, and mental health support. These centres can serve as a hub for rebuilding lives and fostering a sense of belonging. Another idea is to encourage local businesses to participate in 'pay-it-forward' schemes. Imagine if every café or restaurant had an option for customers to buy an extra meal or coffee for someone in need. This small act of kindness can make a significant difference and help bridge the gap between the homeless and the rest of the community. It's about creating a culture of empathy and support, where everyone feels valued and included. Lastly, let's not underestimate the power of community engagement. Volunteering our time, donating resources, or even just having a conversation with someone who is homeless can break down barriers and build understanding. By working together, we can create a more inclusive society where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. What are your thoughts? How can we make our communities more welcoming for the homeless? Let's discuss! 💬 #CommunitySupport #HomelessnessAwareness #InclusiveCommunities #vetro #vetrorecruitment