Hey Everyone! So not only are we new to this non-profit thing we are new to the whole blogging thing as well. That being said we thought we should share what's been going on and where we are now with getting the non-profit up and running.
Back in March, we realized there was a need in the Greater Greensboro area for more support for foster children and foster families. There are over 11,000 kids in or in need of foster care in NC alone. The problem is that there are not enough families for all of these kids and the foster families who are already helping are getting burnt out due to lack of support. The BIG BIG problem, kids are sleeping in the offices of the social workers because there aren't enough homes for them. SO that's where we decided to come in. We are still working through a lot of questions.
- Where can we get a house for them?
-How can we get a house for them?
-What are the biggest needs?
-How can we help the fastest?
Our first answer came from 7 Homes that guided us to starting the Anchor Hope Community Resource Center. This will provide a safe place for the social worker and foster child to go while waiting on a family to come available.
So far in this process we have become incorporated and started the process of getting out 501c3. We have also partnered with two AWESOME non-profits in the community: Family Room and One Child's Voice. In doing this we have already provided 4 boxes of baby clothes and one tote bag full of formula to these organizations to support foster kids and foster families!!
Follow us on facebook!
I'm sure you are probably asking yourself, how can I help?
- PRAY and pray specifically
- Donate(children's clothes/items, baby clothes/items, money)
- Spread the word
Hebrews 6:19 We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure.