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$2,000 Goal
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Each year dozens of youth aged 18-24 in the Northampton area are experiencing homelessness. Studies show, as does our experience, that besides their current risks, they are in danger of sliding into long term, chronic homelessness. We plan to offer a path out of this dilemma, by purchasing a house for a residential program with wrap-around support services guiding each youth in rebuilding their life. After we buy & set up the house, it will be run by regional youth agency DIAL/SELF, which specializes in this kind of program.
The Friends are raising funds through foundation grant requests, the City, banks, other businesses, and our own local campaign, of which Valley Gives is part. I'm hoping this team can raise $2000 or more -- and I hope you will join me in spreading the word and asking for help. The best way is to create your own "mini-fundraiser" using the button for that; but you can also collect directly, or invite others to join in directly.
It should be possible! For instance, if 6 others join me, and the team's individual fundraisers average $300 or more (from ourselves, family & friends), we can easily meet or surpass the goal. Please help!