Twenty years ago a group of compassionate men and women made a commitment to lead the fight against homelessness using their talents and resources. These dedicated individuals founded HomeAid Orange County. In honor of their accomplishments, HomeAid Orange County has formed the 20/20 Platinum Club.
Pledge to donate $20 (or more) for 12 months or a one time gift of $240 (or more) you’ll become a member of the 20/20 Platinum Club. Your important contribution will help launch HomeAid Orange County into the next 20 years of building dreams and inspiring hope for homeless men, women and children.
To join and become a charter member email Gina Scott at gina@homeaidoc.org
HomeAid Orange County would like to thank the following 20/20 Platinum Club charter members:
Carolyn and Wes Baker
Tara and Bill Balfour
Theresa and Jay Blakslee
Val and David Celestin
Chuck Dreyer
Linda and Robert Grimm
Regina and Richard Hunsaker
Christine and Rich Knowland
Christine and Scott Larson
Mike Lennon
Sonia and Glyn Lister
Michelle and Theron Pate
Celeste and Dave Prolo
Kathryn and Michael Schlesinger
Michael Schrock
Gina and Mick Scott
Georgina and Nick Slevin
Kathleen and Thom Steele
Kathleen and Russ Van Cleve
Mary and Doug Woodward
Thursday, March 5, 2009
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Jennifer and Richard - A Fullerton Interfaith Emergency Service Success Story
In and out of jail, drug abuse - this was Jennifer and Richard's life. Jennifer became pregnant and they both made the commitment to change their lives for their unborn child. The determined couple took steps to reach their goal. First, they each checked into individual rehabilitation programs with the resolve to become healthy. Jennifer gave birth to a healthy, drug free baby boy they named Gabriel. Successfully completing the programs, the next step was to become self-sufficient. Their past life had caused them to lose everything. Even though they were now clean and healthy, they were a family without a home.
They entered Fullerton Interfaith Emergency Service's (FIES) New Vista Transitional Living Center in April 2007. Richard worked in construction and Jennifer obtained a job as a podiatrist's assistant. They worked hard and successfully completed the program in September after paying off $11,000 in debt, saving $2,500 and still had an additional $1,500 t0 pay expenses to move into their own apartment in Anaheim, Calif.
Jennifer and Richard are a shining success story. When an opening for a resident manager arose at New Vista Transitional Living Center, the outstanding couple was FIES Executive Director Judi Bambas' first choice for this key position.
"I'm thrilled to have Jennifer and Richard on staff. They are fabulous role models for our clients. Richard is hardworking and dedicated to helping the residents. Jennifer is still working and attending Fullerton College training to be a registered nurse. There is no limit to what this couple will achieve," said Bambas.
They entered Fullerton Interfaith Emergency Service's (FIES) New Vista Transitional Living Center in April 2007. Richard worked in construction and Jennifer obtained a job as a podiatrist's assistant. They worked hard and successfully completed the program in September after paying off $11,000 in debt, saving $2,500 and still had an additional $1,500 t0 pay expenses to move into their own apartment in Anaheim, Calif.
Jennifer and Richard are a shining success story. When an opening for a resident manager arose at New Vista Transitional Living Center, the outstanding couple was FIES Executive Director Judi Bambas' first choice for this key position.
"I'm thrilled to have Jennifer and Richard on staff. They are fabulous role models for our clients. Richard is hardworking and dedicated to helping the residents. Jennifer is still working and attending Fullerton College training to be a registered nurse. There is no limit to what this couple will achieve," said Bambas.
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