NEWS from Transitional Housing Inc.
Save the Date

 

Home for All Ball

Saturday, November 15, 2014, 6pm

Windows on the River

 

Associates Board's

Browns Viewing Party

Sunday, November 23, 2014, 1pm

Around the Corner in Lakewood

 

Run/Walk for Home 5K

Saturday, May 30, 2015

Cleveland Metroparks Zoo


Back to School Drive
August 23, 2014

Once again THI was able to prepare kids for the classroom by providing backpacks, school supplies and uniforms on August 23. This was possible because of generous donors, including longtime partner,
Parker Hannifin. 

Buy your tickets TODAY to 

THI's Home for All Ball


THI is hosting Home for All Ball on Saturday, November 15, 2014 at 6pm at Windows on the River in Cleveland. 

This fundraiser serves as a time for THI's past supporters and new friends to come together and be inspired all over again. The event is $125/person and includes cocktail hour, dinner, silent auction, entertainment by Cats on Holiday, and an inspiring program emceed by Danita Harris.
You do not want to miss this!

To buy tickets, secure sponsorship, donate silent auction items, volunteer, or inquire about the event, please visit our website  


THANK YOU to the
Home for All Ball sponsors




 
HOW YOU CAN HELP
::DONATE WORK ATTIRE::
If you have gently used work attire (men's or women's) you are no longer using, please donate them to THI. Please call to arrange a drop off. 

::THROW A FUNDRAISER::
A fun way to give back is to host a fundraiser to benefit THI. We have lots of ideas and can help you plan something informative and fun. 
Call THI today to start planning.

::DONATE::
THI relies on the generosity of the wonderful supporters. You can donate on THI's website at any time. In addition, you can choose to have your credit card charged monthly, so you can donate a significant amount over an extended period of time. 
today for more information.
 

Fall 2014

 

Dear Friend, 

  

Happy Fall! With Thanksgiving next month, I have been reflecting on all THI has to be grateful for. For starters, we are grateful to have been able to keep our doors open to those who are the most vulnerable. With funding from generous donors, we are also able to continue our vital programs and services to allow residents to heal, learn, grow and to, ultimately, achieve their highest level of independence.

 

We are also extremely grateful to have such a wonderful supporter and friend in Danita Harris. On August 29, Danita hosted An Evening of Hope Gospel Fest at Mt. Zion Church in Oakwood. With over 300 guests and a star studded lineup, the event raised much needed funds for THI. We are even lucky enough to have Danita join us again for our Home for All Ball as the emcee on November 15


We are also grateful for our amazing Board of Directors, who in the past year has completed the arduous task of completing a strategic plan. They are currently implementing the plan, which includes shifting from a transitional housing model to a permanent supportive housing model (which has been completed), selecting a new name for the organization (which will be unveiled at the Home for All Ball) and creating a plan to diversify revenue (plan is currently being implemented). We would not be where we are today without this group of dedicated individuals.

With a grateful heart, I also want to thank you for your continued support. THI would be nowhere without the help and support of our generous donors and supporters. Please read further to hear about some of the things we have done these past few months (there has been a lot!) and ways that you can help. Thank you!

  

Sherri 

  
Sincerely,  
 Sherri Brandon, MSSA 
Executive Director


 

 
the
POWER of THI

 

 

Meet Donald Dupree, THI's Employment and Education Specialist. Donald works hard to help both THI residents and those in the community find and retain employment. Recently, Donald helped couple Tajuan Armstrong and Angel Franklin, both non-residents of THI, find employment. Tajuan and Angel live in Cleveland Heights with their four children and worked at THI through Cuyahoga County's Work Experience Program. While Donald worked with Tajuan and Angel to spruce up their resumes and prepare them for interviews, the couple continued to learn skills and gain experience through their responsibilities at THI. 

 

After some hard work and applying for several positions, Angel was hired on the spot at Macy's in University Heights where she works in merchandising. Soon after, Tajuan gained employment at HCR ManorCare in Rocky River working as a dietary aid.  These are just two of the many employment success stories at THI. 

 

Congratulations to Tajuan, Angel and all the others who have gained employment through THI.

Tajuan, Angel and Donald Dupree

THI's Employment Program is partly funded by the United Black Fund. 

Associates Board

Transitional Housing Inc.'s Associates Board is a group of young professionals who plan volunteer opportunities and fundraisers to benefit the work of Transitional Housing Inc. The group meets  once a month and is always looking for new members. If you are interested in giving back to your community, while having a great time, please contact Maggie Byrne at 216.781.2250 or [email protected].

In August, the Associates Board provided a meal to all THI residents as well as held Ride for THI, a spin class fundraiser that raised over $1,000 at Harness Cycle.  Stay tuned for their next event Browns Viewing Party on Sunday, November 23 at 1pm at Around the Corner in Lakewood. 

Potluck with residents
   
Ride for THI
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