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We believe that proper hygiene is a basic human right that should be available to everyone, regardless of their circumstances. Unfortunately, many people don't have regular access to essential hygiene products or can't afford them, which can have a significant impact on their self-esteem and overall health. At CareBag Inc., we are committed to helping those who are struggling with hygiene insecurity. Our mission is to provide school-aged children and young adults in need with essential hygiene products to support their health, boost their confidence, and improve their hygiene education. We understand that it's challenging for some individuals to get the items they need to feel clean and healthy, which is why we have two mobile shower units and a mobile hygiene pantry to help meet their needs. Our vision for the future is that everyone living in the US has access to essential hygiene products to feel their best and live their lives to the fullest. We empathize with those who are experiencing hygiene insecurity, and we are here to help in any way we can.heir best and live their lives to the fullest. We empathize with those who are experiencing hygiene insecurity, and we are here to help in any way we can.

The Mission of the Colorado Coalition for the Homeless is to work collaboratively toward the prevention of homelessness and the creation of lasting solutions for families, children, and individuals who are experiencing or at-risk of homelessness throughout Colorado. CCH advocates for and provides a continuum of housing and a variety of services to improve the health, well-being and stability of those it serves. Since its founding more than 30 years ago, the organization has earned state and national recognition for its integrated healthcare, housing and service programs. The Coalition’s comprehensive approach addresses the causes of homelessness, as well as the consequences, offering critical assistance to over 20,000 individuals and families each year.

Established in 1971, Raphael House was the first shelter in San Francisco for families experiencing homelessness. The mission of Raphael House is to help at-risk families achieve stable housing and financial independence while strengthening family bonds and personal dignity. At Raphael House, we see homelessness as a temporary state that doesn't define a person. We understand that homelessness can result from unexpected economic, health-related circumstances, or a breakdown in family structure. We provide families an opportunity to take ownership of their futures and improve the quality of their lives through a nurturing and supportive process emphasizing the importance of strong families and personal dignity.

Vision Statement: Inspiring the world to believe in the power of second chances. Mission Statement: To assist formerly incarcerated and criminal justice involved persons with reentry by achieving self-sufficiency through sustainable services and resources. Tagline: “Making the Best out of a Second Chance”Services: With the support of our team of “personal experience” professionals who have successfully achieved self-sufficiency, we focus our efforts on supporting our specialized population with individualized services. Our services include but are not limited to the following: jail release transition support, court appearance support, emergency and permanent housing, health insurance support, interactive technology support, identification support and public transportation support.

The mission of Hope of the Valley is to attract people and resources to assist in the effort of meeting the needs of every hungry and homeless man, woman and child who seek our services. To fulfill our mission we form strategic partnerships to empower our clients with the faith, knowledge, resources and skills to lead a life of wholeness and self-sufficiency.Our vision is that no one goes without Hope, Hot Meals, Housing, and Health Services, and all who need a helping hand receive one with compassion and empathy.We are a faith-based independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that does not discriminate based on religion, gender, age, ethnicity or sexual orientation. All of Hope of the Valley’s services are grounded in a deep respect for the dignity inherent in each human being.

Ronald McDonald House Charities Midwest | MN, WI, IA operates the Ronald McDonald House in Rochester, MN and provides caring support to families seeking medical care for their children. The Ronald McDonald House is a pediatric hospitality house serving families who are traveling from across the globe to access vital medical care for their child at the world-renowned Mayo Clinic. Families who find themselves at the Ronald McDonald House have often exhausted every medical resource near their home, creating the added burden of traveling away from their personal support network while their child fights for their life. The Ronald McDonald House helps relieve financial burdens and ensures access to basic needs while providing family centered programming that supports the emotional health of families of children ages 0 to 18 with a complicated medical diagnosis. More than a place to sleep, shower or eat the Ronald McDonald House strives to ensure families can put 100% of their energy into focusing on the health of their ill child. Alleviating the financial stressors triggered by childhood illness makes it more feasible for families to travel away from home to receive the medical care their child requires. In addition, by providing family-centered activities, Ronald McDonald House works diligently to create environments that foster healthy relationships between guest families, volunteers, and staff. The Ronald McDonald House provides a safe and loving environment where kids can be kids and parents can lean on one another for support. Families find hope, strength, and love at the Ronald McDonald House. F/K/A Ronald McDonald House of Rochester, MN

Hope Services Hawaii, Inc. (HOPE) is an affiliate non-profit organization of the Roman Catholic Church in the State of Hawaiʻi. Each year, HOPE lives out its mission to bring to life gospel values of justice, love, compassion and hope through service, empowerment and advocacy by serving communities island-wide and housing over 270 homeless youth, adults, and families. We intentionally serve those with the deepest needs first and provide wrap around case management following housing placement, resulting in an 85% housing retention rate. HOPE's outcomes have a multi-layer benefit for Hawaii island, and by improving the health and wellness of the people we serve, we decrease the high cost of managing homelessness which is economically in the best interest of the taxpayer.

Utah Nonprofit Housing Corporation (UNPHC), founded in 1967, is a Utah non-profit developer of multi-family affordable housing. Staffed by volunteers until 1993, there are now almost 50 employees. UNPHC has 40 properties providing more than 1,800 units to over 2,000 individuals. In addition, UNPHC provides the property management to several of these projects, as well as technical assistance to other non profit organizations and communities wanting to develop their own affordable housing. Those we serve are low and very low income, making less than 50% of the area median income. The majority of properties serve seniors 62 and older, but UNPHC also serves special needs populations such as physically disabled, families, chronically mentally ill, homeless, families and individuals in transition from homelessness, and HIV/AIDS persons. We own 20 single-family rent-to-own homes, and a 24-unit town home project for first-time home buyers. The most basic human needs are shelter and food. If those needs are not met, individuals are excluded from other significant human interactions: employment, parenting, and social contributions. UNPHC is committed to the belief that the long-term solution to homelessness is safe, decent, and affordable housing.

The mission of the Washtenaw Housing Alliance is to end homelessness in our community.The root causes of homelessness include:poverty, including the loss of resources caused by substance abuse, physical illness and mental illness,violence, including domestic and sexual violence usually directed against women and children,racism and other institutionalized prejudices, and class privilege and discriminatory patterns of economic and social investment.Any strategies to end, or even to minimize homelessness, must be designed with these root causes in mind.In order to end homelessness, it is imperative that all members of the community, individuals, institutions, and government participate in the effort. The Washtenaw Housing Alliance models this community partnership by consisting of a wide range of organizations dedicated to helping people who are homeless and those who are in danger of losing their housing. We will work to fulfill our mission through collaboration and partnerships that address root causes of homelessness, and by making needed systemic changes that will sustain over time. Every person who is homeless or at risk of homelessness will be provided with alternatives for shelter, housing and services, including those who are vulnerable and difficult to serve.Helping persons who are homeless must include: Provision of basic necessities, including food, clothing and medical care Development and maintenance of accessible and responsive options for emergency shelter, transitional housing and permanent housing Promotion of individual autonomy through development of education and employment opportunities, debt reduction and credit assistance, literacy programs, transportation and childcare Support services to keep individuals and families in housing

ABOUT US: OUR MISSION: Our YMCA is committed to building strong kids, individuals, families, and communities through programs and services that promote a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all, regardless of ability to pay. OUR CAUSE: We know that lasting personal and social change comes about when we all work together. That’s why, at the Y, strengthening community is our cause. Every day, we work side-by-side with our neighbors to make sure that everyone, regardless of age, income or background, has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive. OUR FOCUS: We are a cause-driven organization that is for youth development, for healthy living and for social responsibility. That’s because a strong community can only be achieved when we invest in our kids, our health and our neighbors. We do this through our focus on: Youth Development: Nurturing the potential of every child and teen. Healthy Living: Improving our communities’ health & well-being. Social Responsibility: Giving back and providing support to our neighbors. OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL: We are for everyone. Our programs, services and initiatives enable kids to realize their potential, offer ways for families to have fun together, empower people to be healthier in spirit, mind and body, welcome and embrace newcomers and help foster a community-wide service ethic. And that's just the beginning. OUR PROMISE We are the strongest when we promise to make sure everyone has the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive at the Y. We accomplish that when we value the diversity of everyone's personal beliefs, respect the rights to those beliefs, and we expect all to honor our core values of caring, honesty, respect, and responsibility with one another -- everything we do stems from that expectation.

The majority of individuals in a homeless shelter at any given time are women and their children. These women are typically victims of domestic violence and are fleeing an abusive home looking to start over in a safe environment. Many other women in shelters are single mothers who lost their jobs due to unforeseen circumstances and need help to get back on their feet. Regardless of the situation that led these women to homelessness, they need support - both physical and emotional - to transition to a better life for themselves and their children. BRAWS mission is to support these women by providing new (tags on, only) bras and underwear, as well as feminine hygiene supplies. Unbeknownst to many people, these are some of the most requested critical needs by women in shelters. New bras and underwear and tampons, pads, and pantyliners are rarely donated, expensive items for a shelter to replenish, and not covered by food stamps. Insufficient access to these items often leads to unsanitary conditions and health problems.

HRHF is an arm of Hope Rising Homes, Corporation (HRHC). Our mission is to give orphans, vulnerable and at-risk children a better life, by providing hope for a brighter future and a vision of life beyond their present vulnerable situations. HRHC strives to provide food, housing, education, and health care services; as well as rehabilitation, and clinical and faith-based counseling services to these needy children. HRHC aims to provide opportunities for the children to pursue either educational and/or job training, and other skill enhancements needed to become productive citizens. Additionally, by offering positive role models to guide and mentor these children, HRHC believes the children will overcome their negative pasts, and move on to bright and prosperous futures. We strongly believe that with the proper intervention, these children will thrive, develop to their full potential, and positively influence and contribute to their immediate communities and to the society at large.