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March 4, 2021
Dear Friend,
Since you are a supporter of the Grassroots Day Resource Center, we want you to know how Grassroots has been managing during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here is a summary of what happened in 2020:
While operating on a modified basis since last March, extraordinary outreach efforts were required to serve homeless and low income individuals. Grassroots responded.
- 872 people were served by DRC staff and volunteers
- 1,273 showers were taken and 1,216 loads of laundry were done by DRC visitors
- 7,232 articles of clothing, and 211 pairs of shoes and boots were distributed
- 294 outdoor survival supplies – tents, mats, tarps and more – were provided
- 26,602 food items were distributed to community members in need
- 3,432 individual bottles and 163 gallon-size bottles of water were distributed
Mental health issues surfaced or were exacerbated during the pandemic. Grassroots responded.
- 37,903 calls were answered by crisis counselors
- 2,656 individuals or families received face-to-face interventions
- 867 community responses were made by the Mobile Crisis Team
- 163 clients were enrolled in the Substance Abuse Treatment Program
Families suffered financial setbacks, unable to pay their bills and put food on the table, some losing the roof over their heads. Grassroots responded.
- 485 people, 91 of them children, were provided shelter
- 93 households were given Rental Assistance Funds
- 1,001 bags of food were distributed to households
YOU helped thousands of individuals survive dangerous circumstances and gave them hope of a better future. Every dollar you give helps make a difference in the lives of our less fortunate neighbors. Can we count on you to make a donation to the Grassroots Day Resource Center again?
Warm wishes,
Dr. Mariana Izraelson
Executive Director
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