Family Promise Metrowest 2019 Annual Report

Donna and Sue celebrate the successful conclusion of our Campaign for Hope, which was launched at the onset of the pandemic
crisis after the cancellation of our 11th annual Walk to End Homelessness.
DEAR FRIENDS,
Writing an annual report is a time of reflection on the past year—to share highlights and
gratitude for all we accomplished together. This year the report is being compiled during
an unprecedented pandemic, challenging us to evaluate the future through a whole
new lens. As we look back on 2019, we are more grateful than ever for the strength of our
organization and for our community, which has traveled this journey with us.
When we purchased our new Day Center, we never imagined reaching our Capital Campaign goal in less than
three years. Yet in November 2019, thanks to the campaign’s success, we proudly paid off our mortgage in full
and established a building fund for future maintenance. While we were thrilled with this accomplishment at
the time, we now see even more clearly the vital importance of achieving this milestone. Because we paid
off our mortgage, our monthly expenses are reduced, leaving us with more funds this year to share with our
families wherever they are needed most. During these challenging times, we’ve been able to provide extra
support to our families, fulfilling our promise that they are not alone and we will weather this storm together.
In 2019 the LIFE homelessness prevention program continued to grow both in numbers served and scope
of services as we learned from the families that prevention needed to include broader emerging needs. For
example, we met families this year who needed subsidies for security deposits to move to a new apartment
when their current one became unaffordable. We also adjusted the format of the monthly group meetings,
recognizing that families wanted more time for informal discussion and sharing of resources. This wellestablished
program will be essential in the months ahead to support the increase in families whose housing
and sustainability are threatened due to loss of income.
As we look forward, the future may be uncertain but with strength comes confidence, and we’ve never been
stronger. Thank you for joining us and building the foundation for an organization that will continue to grow
and offer hope to families in our community today, tomorrow, and for years to come.
With appreciation,
Sue Crossley
Executive Director
Donna Angelico
Chair, Board of Directors
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