Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Colleen McDonald

After experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter, the Brunson mother and daughter are finally moving into a home. At 88 years old, Mrs. Brunson deserves the comfort, safety, and dignity of a place to call her own. Mrs. Brunson's daughter is 59 and given up her career to care for her mother. We're asking our community to help them furnish their new home and cover essential moving and household expenses. Every donation, no matter the size, will help provide the basic necessities they need to begin this new chapter. Please consider giving and sharing this appeal. Your kindness can help turn an empty apartment into a warm, welcoming home.

Partner: Safe Harbor

Advisor: Cara Boim

Ruby came to Safe Harbor in April after escaping an abusive relationship. Since then, she has worked hard to rebuild her life with strength and determination. Her three adult children mean everything to her. After settling into the shelter, Ruby helped her daughter relocate from Roanoke to Richmond. This fall, her daughter will begin pursuing a degree to become a mental health professional by following in her mother's footsteps. Everyone at Safe Harbor is incredibly proud of the progress Ruby has made, both personally and professionally. She is now preparing for an exciting new chapter: moving into her own apartment. To make that transition possible, Ruby needs assistance hiring movers to transport her belongings from Roanoke to Richmond. Your donation can help turn this next step into a reality. Every contribution helps Ruby continue building a safe, stable future. Thank you for considering a gift to support her journey.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Colleen McDonald

Ms. Hale is currently experiencing homelessness and living with a traumatic brain injury. She is working to maintain stability and access supportive services, including attending a day program that provides important resources and structure. A durable backpack would make a meaningful difference in her ability to participate in the program. She needs a safe, reliable way to carry her personal belongings and the items she needs throughout the day. Having one dependable bag would provide organization, security, and dignity while reducing one more barrier to accessing services. We are seeking financial support to purchase Ms. Hale a quality backpack that can withstand daily use and help her safely transport her belongings to and from the day program.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Chad Skipwith

Mr. Booker is a hardworking older man who spent his life working but also struggling with substance abuse. After experiencing homelessness, and completing The Healing Place at Caritas, he is now transitioning into an apartment and working to rebuild his life. Therefore, he is in need of essential furniture to create a safe, comfortable, and functional home. He is requesting the community's support to help him pay a service fee to obtain furniture from a furniture bank.