Keys for the Homeless Foundation, Inc

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We are deeply grateful for the recognition and support of our work by so many extraordinary organizations providing homeless services throughout the Nation’s Capital. The acknowledgments bolster our foundation in securing brighter futures for us all.

Christ House:

“Thank you for your partnership in our work with the sick, homeless men and women whom we serve. Your kindness and support continue to make our mission possible.”

Allen Goetcheus, President, Christ House, May, 09.

Community of Hope: http://www.communityofhopedc.org

“Thank you so much for the wonderful and most useful donation. The furniture was of great quality and met a most desperate need for the families in our program.”

Michele Washington, Dir. of Facilities, Community of Hope, Inc.—June,’09

801 East Housing Assistance Center, St. Elizabeths, Catholic Charities:

“You have been an enormous source of support to our program, and for this we are very grateful. Management and staff of Catholic Charities is committed to strengthening the lives of the men we serve. Our success over the years has been due to your contribution to the program.”

Paul Amara, Sr. Program Manager, 801 East, Catholic Charities—July,’09

Community Connections:

“This is a great resource. We intend to distribute these items as needed to our clients in Mayor Fenty’s Permanent Supportive Housing Program.”

Marion Scotchmer, Permanent Supportive Housing Program,
Community Connections--July,’09

Pathways to Housing DC:

“Just a quick not to say thank you for the items from Williams Sonoma. We received frying pans, an amazing expresso machine, a rice cooker, the most elaborate blender I have ever seen, and various other items. We have a cooking class and will use these items for that class. While our government funding pays for rent and the services of our team, your donation will allow us to immediately help someone make their apartment a home.”

Linda Kaufman, chief Operating Officer, Pathways to Housing DC—July, ‘09

Woodley House:

“Our residents and consumers are so very grateful for all that you and KEYS have provided to them—we thank you for everything that you’ve done for us."

Gary Frye, Executive Director, Woodley House, June ‘09

Northwest Church Family Network:

“Here at NCFN families come to us with few resources. Many times they have used all of their energy to simply keep their children and themselves sheltered with few belongings except for the basic necessities, clothing and a few personal items. When they learn they have been accepted into the program and will have a new home they are excited to just have a place of their own. Furniture, household goods, bedding are all things they need but can’t afford to purchase. The donations we receive from the KEYS really helps to make the empty apartments that our families move into become their home. And we appreciate the huge gap that KEYS fills in providing the furniture and household goods.”

Lisa Goode, Exec. Dir., Feb--‘09

St. Elizabeths Hospital::

“The furniture is terrific! Some of the items are in the patient service areas of the Hospital and I used some for the file cabinets to set up a supply room in which I keep board games, reading materials, and other items that the patients enjoy. Our folks will feel like executives, not patients, as they learn computer skills.”

Maureen Jais-Mick, Director of Community Outreach and Volunteer Services, St. Elizabeths Hospital. Jan, ‘09

Calvary Women’s Services:

“ Each year, 40% of the women at Calvary’s programs move into their own homes. This is possible because of the support of friends like you. Gifts like yours help Calvary meet women’s immediate needs and provide a safe, comfortable place for them to live. With support from the community, Calvary is also able to provide services like case management, addiction recovery services, mental health services, nutritious meals, and life skills classes…”

Kristine K. Thompson, Exec. Dir. NOV-08

Community Family Life Services: http://www.cflsdc.org

“Thank you for your generous donation of men and women’s uniforms to Community Family Life Services’. Both CFLS and our clients are very grateful to receive such wonderful contributions. The most basic needs such as clothing and food continue to grow and we see new clients every week in our clothing room. Thanks to contributors like you, we can continue to meet our clients’ daily needs. We appreciate your continued support…

Claudia Thorne, Exec. Dir., MAY-08

DC Department of Rehabilitation Services, St. Elizabeths Hospital: http://dmh.dc.gov/dmh/

“ I cannot express how grateful we are to have youyou’re your organization’s support. The furnishings have added a touch of class to the model apartment…There has been some remodeling since you were here last. You will be pleased…”

Michelle Coleman, Acting Director of Rehabilitation Services, AUG-08

The Family Place: http://www.thefamilyplacedc.org/

All of us at the Family Place are most grateful for your donation of sheets, pillowcases, bathrobes, tablecloths and duvet covers. That contribution, together with those of others, makes a crucial difference in our ability to help expectant parents and families with young children…Your gift takes us quite a way…"

Halley Wiggins, Director, JUL-08

N Street Village: http://www.nstreetvillage.org/

“Thank you for your generous donation of a massage table. Thank you for your dedication and willingness to help those who are in need…”

Amanda Brown, Community Outreach Coordinator, FEB-08

Oxford House: http://www.oxfordhouse.org/

“Thank you for your donation. Without a doubt it is highly appreciated. We are a self-run and self-supported group home. Again, thank you for your concern and recognition.”

Darnell Alston, Pres., MAY-08

Northwest Church Family Network: http://www.ncfndc.org/

“Here at NCFN families come to us with few resources. Many times they have used all of their energy to simply keep their children and themselves sheltered with few belongings except for the basic necessities, clothing and a few personal items. When they learn they have been accepted into the program and will have a new home they are excited to just have a place of their own. Furniture, household goods, bedding are all things they need but can’t afford to purchase. The donations we receive from the KEYS Foundation really helps to make the empty apartments that our families move into become their home. And we appreciate the huge gap that KEYS fills in providing the furniture and household goods.”

Lisa Goode, Exec. Dir., SEP-08

S.O.M.E.(So Others Might Eat): http://www.some.org/

“Your donation of household goods has helped SOME in breaking the cycle of homelessness…In all of its endeavors, SOME aims to serve clients with respect, restoring hope and dignity, one person at a time. Thank you for helping us to meet this goal.”

Brian Bilenki, Non-Monetary Donations Coordinator, FEB-08

Central Union Mission:

“Blessed is he that considereth the poor…” Psalm 41:1. We thank you for being a partner with us in our endeavors to reach out to the homeless and hurting families in the Washington, D.C. community!”

David O. Treadwell, Exec. Dir., Aug. ‘07

Doorways for Women and Families:

“Thank you again for taking the time to make a difference in our community…Your donation will help us to continue programs that help the many women and families we serve to live safe, secure and self-sufficient lives…”

Linda Dunphy, Exec. Dir. DEC-07.

Northwest Center:

“Thank you for helping us continue our mssion to support the dignity and sanctity of the lives of pregnant women and their children in our nation’s capital”.

Jennifer Graves, Pregnancy Center Dir. & susan Gallucci, Maternity Home Dir., July ‘07

Rachael’s Women’s Center:

“On behalf of the women, staff and the board of directors, we thank you for your donation of banquest chairs, bath rugs and athrobes in support of Rachaels. Your continued support means a great deal to us and we are honored to have friends like you in the community.”

Dawn E. Swan, Exec. Dir., March-‘06

Tenants Empowerment Network: Catholic Charities

“…As most of our parents have not had their own apartments prior to coming into our program, they often need everything to furnish it adequately for themselves and their children. We are most grateful for all that KEYS ahs done to help us with this….Without such generosity, we would not be able to supply the many necessities of our residents.”

Sr. Mary Louise Wessell, Program Manager, DEC-06

Samaritan Inns: http://www.samaritaninns.org/

“Samaritan Inns would not even exist unless faithful, committed people like KEYS choose to support our work in helping those live the “Good News of coming home, giving back, breaking chains, choosing life…Together, we discover the redeeming power of faith, hope and persistence to transform lives. We are grateful for the many contributions of everyday goods…Organizations such as KEYS make it possible for us to do our life-affirming work. Let me also express that Valerie’s commitment to “staying on the road” to share in the available resources that are contributed to KEYS is greatly appreciated!

Mike Little, Pres., Dec. ’06.

Downtown Services Center: http://www.downtowndc.org

“It is with gratitude that we send you this letter. The contribution of sheets, towels, and comforters to our program is greatly appreciated. We serve over 300 people a day who are always in need of these items. We shared the sheets with the Homeless Housing Assistance Center at 801 St. Elizabeths Hospital where many of our clients are housed. We look forward to working with KEYS in the future.”

Jonathan A. Ward, Dir. JUL-05

Fr. McKenna Center: http://www.stalschurchdc.org/

“Thanks for all you do to assist the Father McKenna Center and God’s poor. The staff and guests of the McKenna Center deeply appreciate your contributions. The clothing and other goods you donate is put to good use here.”

Tom Howarth, Dir., MAR-05

Mary House: http://www.maryhouse.org

“Thank you for being part of our friends, supporting our ministry to homeless families in the District of Columbia.”

Sharon & Bill Murphy—May ‘04

My Sister’s Place: http://www.mysistersplacedc.org

“ As a confidential shelter for battered women and their children we strive to do all that we can to provide our residents with a safe, supportive environment in which they can heal and put their shattered live back together. We greatly appreciate the kindness of people like you who help to make a difference in the lives of our residents who are fleeing abusive relationships. We hope that our relation with you is just beginning.”

Ann Haskins, Dir. of Dev., AUG-04

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