December 17, 2010
When the need for shelter grows, resources aren’t always easy to access: http://wapo.st/fOq3L3 Has the U.S.’s foreclosure prevention program lived up to its expectations? http://wapo.st/e2ruW…
December 15, 2010
A light snow on the ground. Watching my children open presents left for them by Santa Claus. Homemade cookies from recipes passed down by my grandmothers. “These are a few of my favorite thing…
December 10, 2010
The Federal Government held a forum this week on the issue of homelessness among Veterans. http://bit.ly/erFb9o These Pittsburgh women have found a fun way to raise money and awareness for women’s…
December 7, 2010
One way we work to empower the women who come to Calvary Women’s Services is through our Life Skills educational program. The topics taught in these staff and volunteer-led daily workshops range fro…
December 3, 2010
Planning on doing some holiday shopping this weekend? Why not add charity shopping to holiday shopping rituals! http://wapo.st/e9MpV6. Take a look at what Calvary is wishing for this holiday season:…
November 30, 2010
Next to late season snow storms that keep the ski areas open through April, the month between Thanksgiving and Christmas is my favorite time of year. Everything smells better—evergreen, cinnamon,…
November 26, 2010
Local charities face increasing need around holidays: http://wapo.st/aAyRbu 5 myths about hunger in America: http://wapo.st/ffVz1J Just in time for Thanksgiving, a local philanthropist donated $5 mil…
November 23, 2010
Thanks to all who joined us for the Help the Homeless Walkathon on Saturday. This year marked Fannie Mae’s 23rd time sponsoring this outstanding event to benefit over 130 organizations like Calvary…
November 19, 2010
This week is National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week. I hope you’re joining us for the Walkathon tomorrow! www.helpthehomelessdc.org The poverty rate in the U.S. rose to 14.3% last year –…