Hebron House, the largest and oldest non-profit organization in Waukesha County, is celebrating 40 years of service to unhoused men, women, and children. The mission is restoring hope and dignity to those still facing a crisis of homelessness and not turn anyone away in need of immediate help or a long-term solution to housing. Hebron House provides two shelters and two affordable housing developments. The goal is to help 6-8 families per month find permanent housing.Kathleen Christianson Fischer, Executive Director and Addy Fahrenkrug, Fund Development Manager, addressed the Sunrise Meeting of the Elmbrook Rotary on August 4th. They reviewed the organizational goals, new programs, and services Hebron House provides to those in need of shelter, stable housing, or...
youth services.
Being a non-profit, this organization is partially funded through donations, fundraising events and is always looking for volunteers to provide help and services. Volunteers are always needed to keep the houses running smoothly. Opportunities include painting, preparing meals, helping with homework, shoveling snow, or raking leaves in fall. Volunteering is a great way to get to “know the individuals and families who are guests of our shelters and find out how one person can make a huge difference” by being a volunteer.
Kathleen reviewed two new programs; one aimed at housing for unsheltered youths 18-24, and a recovery voucher service program providing services to those who were homeless with mental health issues. The goal is to build a relationship with these individuals to assist in paying their rent. Case Managers are available to assist in working with the residents to develop a housing stability plan.
Addy reviewed the ways one can assist such as donations, volunteering, or supporting one of the fund-raising events, like the Annual Gala to be held Nov. 4th.
If you are interested in volunteering, use SignUpGenius on the website www.hebronhouse.org to learn about current volunteer opportunities and list of needs for the facilities. The website provides a “Donate Now” section where monetary gift levels are accessed with an explanation of what gifts that donation level may provide. Information on the Annual Gala can also be found on the website.
Thank you, Kathleen and Addy for sharing the mission, operations and volunteer opportunities offered at Hebron House.
