STAY HOME, STAY HEALTHY, STAY ENGAGED:
As the local and national landscape shifts around the Covid-19 virus we are continually updating our program and volunteer protocols to track and implement public health recommendations. Here is what we are doing to continue the work of Facing Homelessness and how you can engage!
Our staff continue to support our neighbors living outside, while adhering to public health requirements. While volunteering at the Window of Kindness is on hold for now, our Facing Homelessness staff members continue to provide essential items through the Window of Kindness. As more resources in the community shut down, the need is ever greater. We are committed to protecting the health of those coming to the Window, who are more vulnerable to the impacts of the COVID virus. We are maintaining the 6 feet rule, using hand sanitizer and disinfectant, and engaging in a lot of hand-washing.
WHAT CAN YOU DO? Here is how you can contribute and engage now:
1.) Donate much needed items! This list includes items frequently requested by our neighbors living on the streets, and all items will be distributed at our Window of Kindness. The Facebook page is also active and will continue to feature requests from the individuals we meet. Please note that we are currently accepting new items only, and are sanitizing all packaging.
2.) Be a messenger of kindness! At a time when people are fearful and there is so much unknown, it is easy for stigma and blame to surface. Please help to share a message of compassion toward our vulnerable neighbors living outside. You can also email us your messages and we'll post them at our office!
3.) Set up a monthly donation! If you don’t yet donate $5 per month and can spare it, this is a critical time. Your support will allow us to continue to serve our community during these perilous times when fewer resources are available.
4.) Reach out to us with your ideas. Many community members are finding themselves at home with more time on their hands. If you have skills, expertise, or passion you'd like to contribute -- either to our neighbors living outside or toward our organizational needs -- please let us know! We'd love to brainstorm with you. Now is the time for creative compassion.
Thank you so much for being a part of this community! We miss seeing all of you, and are so grateful for your continued love and support.
Love from all of us at Facing Homelessness,
Karina, Jennifer, Aditi, Lisa, Rex, + Sara
