Summer 2021 Highlights
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Serve Day- July 10, 2021
We are so grateful to Riverbend Church, Lead Pastor Bobby Hill and Outreach Pastor Krystle Talavera who supported our organization on National Serve Day. A group of volunteers from the church decorated our children's room and provided much needed yardwork. |
City of Portsmouth, Mayor Endorsement
It’s just another opportunity to provide a safe haven for those vulnerable citizens,” said Glover. “Single mothers — those pregnant mothers, perhaps —they may not have anywhere to turn. This is a beacon that brings them to safety that brings them to security, and I think everybody has a right to expect that." Click linkwww.wtkr.com/news/nonprofit-provides-temporary-housing-for-single-mothers-and-children-in-portsmouth for full article written by WTKR Channel News, June 7, 2021 |
It's hard to move forward in life when one of the most basic needs is not met, a place to live.
Why We Exist
The City of Portsmouth, VA has the highest rate of homelessness and the fewest resources in Hampton Roads. Portsmouth poverty rate in 2017 was 18.5%; 42% were children under the age of 18. Nationally, homelessness amongst women and children has increased. Homeless children are twice as likely to experience hunger, health problems and repeat a grade in school.
Who We Serve
We serve single and expecting mothers (18-35) and their children who are experiencing homelessness, poverty or in a crisis situation.
How You Can Help
Make a monthly or one time donation: Donate any amount to help cover daily living and program expenses.
Become A Corporate Sponsor: Donate to help cover housing and program expenses.
Consider becoming a Volunteer: See Volunteer Opportunities
Become A Corporate Sponsor: Donate to help cover housing and program expenses.
Consider becoming a Volunteer: See Volunteer Opportunities
Greetings,
Homelessness among women and children continues to rise, especially during COVID19 pandemic.
These families need help with housing, childcare, employment, transportation and recreational activities. Your help and continued support is needed to provide assistance for this vulnerable population. Thanks in advance for your
generosity.
Grateful
Melissa Peele, MSW
Executive Director
Homelessness among women and children continues to rise, especially during COVID19 pandemic.
These families need help with housing, childcare, employment, transportation and recreational activities. Your help and continued support is needed to provide assistance for this vulnerable population. Thanks in advance for your
generosity.
Grateful
Melissa Peele, MSW
Executive Director
