oring our innovative and comprehensive approach to
the complex issue of homelessness. I believe that this
broad base of support is something unique and particularly valuable about Our House. There are some
very practical implications. When people are in a time
of crisis, often the first place they turn for help is their
place of worship. The fact that over 40 different places
of worship are actively involved with Our House
gives us an incredibly wide-reaching and organic way
to connect with those in need. Another significant
result of having such a wide variety of local supporters
is that Our House has been able to weather a number
of financial storms. We have been able not only to
thrive but grow during times of economic distress
through reliance on volunteers and on many hundreds
of individuals and groups giving relatively small
amounts of money. Together, this support adds up to
allow us to meet growing needs in the most efficient
ways. The people we serve come from all different
backgrounds. Because of how Our House was formed
and who supports it today, this continues to be a
place where all people feel welcome.
We hope you will join this very diverse community
of people who believe that every person should have
a chance to get on their feet—a place to get back up
and rebuild their lives. If your New Year’s resolution
involved giving back or getting involved, I urge you
to consider becoming a part of our community of
supporters. Please feel free to e-mail me about
getting connected: [email protected].
United States Congressman Tim Griffin
serves dinner with family & friends in 2010.