Housing & Shelter

I give to the Combined Federal Campaign because I can be the face of change to safely give to causes that help others. This year I chose to give to the House of Ruth, a battered woman's shelter in the DC Metropolitan Area. Additionally, I selected the Christ House as the men's shelter. It is such a critical need to create a healthier, safer, and harmonious environment for people who have been victimized by senseless violence and our unforeseen circumstances that creates a lack of affordable housing for individuals who are facing job loss, divorce, death, or any other unforeseen circumstance that may be out of their control. Through gifts like mine, and others, we can provide food, clothing and shelter to vulnerable populations with the goal of restoring their pride, dignity, and help them eventually become more productive citizens in the society who can empower, assist, and encourage others by passing on the blessings that they have received.

CFC makes it very easy not only to learn about an agency's mission, but also to make a contribution, either in volunteer hours or payroll deduction, to the agencies whose missions I care most deeply about.

I am passionate about giving to the organization because they are not only providing a clean and safe facility for those in need, but because it is also an environment that respects the clients and treats them with dignity. I understand that homelessness can effect anyone of us during any change or situation in our lives.

Located in a comfortable part of town this housing facility makes me proud knowing that my contributions are helping people who may have had one too many traumas or a set back in life, to get back on their feet. Some shelters only address the immediate needs of those seeking support. But I find that this organization is focused on the whole person, their health and well being. It has been a gratifying experience to witness several families graduate from the program and successfully reacclimate back into their communities with as sense of peace while equipped with resources to help along the way.

Because it is a reputable, secure means of donating with a long history. Data is provided to show how much of the funding goes toward the actual cause and how much is eaten up by overhead.