In fiscal year 2023, over
60,000
of the most vulnerable children, women and men in our communities received help, hope and hospitality through one or more of our 30+ programs throughout our 21-county service area.
$1.3 MILLION
in Direct Financial Assistance kept the utilities on and rent paid for families facing homelessness, eviction or disconnection.
- 9,302
times the Resource Bus provided basic necessities, case management and more to our rural neighbors.
- 61
expectant mothers received counseling, education, baby items and referrals to community resources through our Pregnancy Maintenance Initiative program and 12 families connected with us through our Adoption program.
- 852
refugees including 243 who fled Afghanistan during the humanitarian crisis and 129 Ukrainians fleeing war, were welcomed and resettled.
- 1,037
immigrants seeking a work permit, green card, asylum, temporary protected status or citizenship received professional legal assistance through our La Luz Immigration Clinic.
MORE THAN
- $8.6 MILLION
worth of food was distributed through our eight food pantries to those unable to afford the rising cost of groceries.
165 individuals boosted their job skills
and advanced their education through our St. Rita Workforce Program, including a record 78 graduates who attained their academic or certification credentials.
- 38,326 MEALS
and snacks helped feed hungry children who participated in our Kids Summer Food Program at 27 metro and rural sites.
Supporters visited our TurnStyles Thrift stores’ donation bays over 44,000 times and contributed more than 660,705 lbs of new or gently used items, generating over $2.8 million in sales to support our programs and provide a dignified and affordable shopping experience for nearly 146,000 customers.
- 60 MEN
Shalom House Men’s Transitional Living Program relocated, expanded services and increased its capacity to serve up to 60 men experiencing homelessness.
Morning Glory Estate Sales
Our second social enterprise, launched and is providing professional estate liquidation services.
7,000+
Over 7,000 volunteers helped carry out our mission, generously donating 141,611 hours.
$4.5 MILLION
financial impact of volunteers
