Coalition for Compassion and Justice

When a person has a health-care issue or loses his or her job, that person's life, and those of their family, can spiral downward pretty quickly. 

Over and over, the staff at the Coalition for Compassion and Justice has seen this happen. Sometimes it's as simple as helping a family through a rough spot, that allows them to get back on track.

Take Michelle, for instance. Sometime back, CCJ's Open Door helped her with gasoline when she was out of work. Just before Christmas, Michelle stopped in with a contribution. She now has a great job, and wanted to give back, so someone else could have the same help.

The mission of the Coalition for Compassion and Justice is to provide vital services, education and advocacy for those living in poverty, leading to self-sufficiency and a fair and just community for all.

CCJ’s Open Door, in its 12th year, provides hot meals, food, clothing, emergency winter shelter, showers, mail service, baby needs and more. Open Door’s hours are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday through Friday.

CCJ’s Home Repair volunteers provide health and safety repairs to low-income homeowners. Typical repairs include minor plumbing; fixing windows, doors or steps; grab bars and accessible ramps; and weatherization.

Circles of Support surrounds people in poverty with mentors to help them achieve self-sufficiency. And CCJ’s Thrift Shop (442 W Goodwin) provides clothing through Open Door vouchers, and your purchases help support CCJ’s operations. Donations are much appreciated.

You make all of this possible – CCJ is a eligible tax-credit for the working poor charity. CCJ is located at 505 W. Gurley St., Prescott. For more information, call 445-8382 or see www.yavapaiccj.org.