"Voice of the Village" Newsletter
Summer 2010
NewsletterIn this issue:
- Federal Stimulus Funds Help Build Innovative Supportive Housing in Fremont - Groundbreaking at Main Street Village, a joint development of Allied Housing and Mid-Peninsula Housing
- Upcoming Journey Home Tours
- New Addition to Board of Directors
- Kiwanis Club of Fremont Brings Spring Colors to Sunrise Village
- Local Businesswoman Assists CalWORKS Program
- Indo-Americans for Better Community Support Abode Services
- Children’s Program Seeking Donations
Main Street Village Groundbreaking – May 11, 2010
Fremont Mayor Bob Wasserman and Alameda County Supervisor Scott Haggerty joined affordable housing leaders and community members to celebrate the groundbreaking of Main Street Village, an apartment community jointly developed by Allied Housing and Mid-Peninsula Housing.
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| Mayor Bob Wasserman and Councilmember Sue Chan arrive at the groundbreaking event. | Harriett Despeaux, Jean Morgan and Jane Mueller enjoy the festivities. |
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| Louis Chicoine, Executive Director of Abode Services/Allied Housing, addresses the crowd. | Fremont City Council Members and Supervisor Scott Haggerty join representatives of Allied Housing, Mid-Peninsula Housing and Wells Fargo at the future Main Street site. |
Abode Receives Top-Nonprofit Recognition
- May, 2010
We are excited to share that Abode Services has been identified as a top-nonprofit by Philanthropedia’s expert network! Find out more at Philanthropedia's website.
My Word: The most vulnerable in our communities need our help now
The already-shredded safety net for low-income children and their families in our community just got weaker. Abode Services (formerly Tri-City Homeless Coalition) has learned that the government is cutting $267,195 in financial support for the homeless shelter and our children's program.
Read complete article in the Argus, published January 15, 2010
January 2010 - Abode Services Honors Longtime Volunteer Nurse
Abode
Services recently honored Crystal Collins, 86, of
Fremont, a longtime volunteer who has provided 20 years
of dedicated service as the Nursing Supervisor at
Sunrise Village Emergency Shelter through the Rota-Care
Program. Crystal was recognized for her service at a
recent meeting of Abode's Board of Directors where she
was thanked for her generous support over the years.
Read article
Charity Navigator - December 2009 Update
Great News! Charity Navigator, America’s premier charity evaluator, has recognized Abode Services with its fifth consecutive 4-star rating for our ability to efficiently manage and grow our finances. Only 5% of the charities rated have received five consecutive 4-star evaluations, indicating that Abode Services consistently executes its mission in a fiscally responsible way and outperforms most charities in America. To view our rating and
review, visit
www.charitynavigator.org
January 2010 - Happy New Year!
Celebrate the New Year by making a tax-deductible gift to Abode Services and help vulnerable families gain the tools they need to make a fresh start. This year we have provided supportive services to more than 2000 families, single adults and youth.
As we reflect on this year’s blessings, we are also mindful of the challenges. Charitable contributions are down. Yet despite today’s harsh economy, we were still able to provide over 25,000 bed nights and 76,000 meals through our shelter programs. We remain committed to providing help for the thousands who turn to us each year. But our essential programs and services can only be maintained with your continued support.
Your donation will be matched by the Sobrato Family Foundation who has provided us with a 2:1 Challenge Grant. This means any donation you make now can be matched dollar per dollar. Choose to maximize your donation by giving now.
Donations may be made on our website or by mail to our Abode Services, 40849 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, CA 94538. For further information about giving opportunities, please contact Carol Arata, Director of Development, at 510-657-7409 ext. 203 or email carata@abodeservices.org. Thank you for your support!
"Voice of the Village" Newsletter
Winter 2010
NewsletterIn this issue:
- Winter Relief Program Update
- How You Can Help
- Fast Facts: Overview of Services Provided Throughout Alameda County
- Make a Difference Day 2009
- Stay Well Housing Program
- Upcoming Journey Home Tour Dates
- Save the Date: Journey Home Breakfast
October, 2009: Winter Relief Program Needs Assistance
Preparations for the eighth year of the Winter Relief Emergency Shelter Program are currently underway. The program grew out of the needs of families who were on the waiting list for Sunrise Village Shelter. As the list grew to over 102 families in August 2001, community leaders met with Abode Services staff to discuss how to help those families get through the cold and wet winter months.
Winter Relief will provide six months (November 1-April 30) of temporary housing for up to 10 families with a maximum of 40 people at one time.
Funds are needed to purchase pillows; blankets; storage bins; towels; paper goods; cleaning supplies; arts and crafts supplies for children; vouchers for transportation; gift cards; diapers and baby care items and food.
Faith communities, clubs or individuals can support this effective program by contacting Carol Arata, Director of Development, at 510-657-7409 ext. 203 or emailing carata@abodeservices.org.
Abode Services Receives Challenge Grant from Sobrato Family Foundation
Exciting news! The Sobrato Family Foundation, one of our most generous funding partners, has announced they will provide us with a 2:1 Challenge Grant over a two-year period.
"Our goal is to end homelessness by providing stable housing," said Louis Chicoine, Executive Director. "The generous grant from the Sobrato Family Foundation for general operating expenses allows us to maintain our focus on serving the community."
Since 1996, the Sobrato Family Foundation has offered the unique approach of investing in the “people and places” of nonprofit agencies. It exclusively provides general operating and capital support to fund salaries, rent and utilities, building rehabilitation and land acquisition to nonprofits based on their greatest needs. Here's how you can participate in this unique opportunity:
- If you are a first-time donor, your gift will be matched 100%
- If you have NOT made a donation in the past twelve months and you choose to donate now, your gift will be matched 100%
- If you are a current donor that chooses to increase your level of giving, the increased portion of your gift will be matched 100%
Donations may be made on our website - www.abodeservices.org or by mail to our Administrative Office at 40849 Fremont Blvd., Fremont, CA 94538. For further information, please contact , Director of Development, at 510-657-7409 ext. 203.
Your support will help vulnerable families make a fresh start.
August 2009
Supervisor Scott Haggerty Lends Support to the Community
For the 5th straight year, Alameda County Supervisor Scott Haggerty purchased pigs at the Alameda County Fair Auction with the intention of donating the meat to homeless shelters in his district. Knowing homeless shelters and soup kitchens are always in need of staples including meat, Supervisor Haggerty purchased 2,610 lbs. of pork at the auction and personally delivered the meat to Abode Services in Fremont and Open Heart Kitchen in Pleasanton. Thank you, Supervisor Haggerty, for this very generous donation.
Homeless Count 2009 Findings
July 2009 - In Alameda County, the “hidden
homeless” has increased by 168% since 2003. The hidden homeless
are defined as those living temporarily with a friend or
relative, in a motel, or facing eviction within 7 days.
Children are the most dramatically increased subpopulation of
the hidden homeless. This group has increased 290% since 2003,
the last time this data was counted. For more information on
these findings, visit
www.everyonehome.org.
Western Digital Gives Back
Dao Duong and Joy Saniel of Western Digital
in Fremont recently toured Sunrise Village and presented Abode
Services with a generous $20,000 grant to support Sunrise
Village. With the economic downturn, increasing numbers of
people, especially families, are seeking shelter, food and
crisis support services. The funds from Western Digital will
help ensure that these critical services assist homeless
families and individuals to return to stable ands
self-sufficient lives.
Above, left to right: Joy Saniel and Dao Duong of Western Digital; Louis Chicoine, Executive Director and Jean Morgan, Community Outreach Director of Abode Services.
March 12, 2009 - Journey Home Breakfast
The Fourth Annual Journey Home Breakfast held on March 12 was a huge success. More than $125,000 was raised to benefit the services and programs of Abode Services. The Journey Home breakfast is an annual event focused on engaging members of the community to make long-term commitments of financial support. Many thanks to our generous sponsors, volunteers and donors.
Click below to view our 2009 Journey Home Video
Feb. 11, 2009: Tri-City Homeless Coalition Marks 20th Anniversary by Changing Name to Abode Services
Tri-City Homeless Coalition (TCHC), a leading Alameda County provider of sustainable housing solutions for people at risk for homelessness, announced today that it is changing its name to Abode Services. The announcement was made at a news conference held this afternoon at the agency’s administrative headquarters at 40849 Fremont Blvd. in Fremont, where donors, volunteers, local government officials and business organizations, employees, and members of the board of directors gathered to mark the 20th anniversary of the organization and witness the unveiling of the new name. Read the press release.
