2014 Leadership Giving Society Reception

Pictured left to right are AnnaCarrie Ash, Doug Ash, John Moore, and CRH Board Secretary Vanda Moore.

Cross Roads House held its annual Leadership Giving Society Reception on October 22, 2014, at Strawbery Banke. The event was an opportunity for the Cross Roads House Board of Directors and administrators to personally recognize and thank society members for their generous support of the shelter. The Leadership Giving Society was founded in 2010 to recognize donors who contribute $1,000 or more within the fiscal year (7/1 - 6/30).

During the reception, Board President Suzanne Bresette spoke about the strength of the Cross Roads House Board of Directors and their efforts to support the work that is done at the shelter. She stated that last year resident lengths of stay decreased by 18% allowing Cross Roads House to serve 21.5% more people than the previous year.

Executive Director Martha Stone reflected on the past year's accomplishments, including the implementation of a single point of entry system for people seeking shelter (Coordinated Access), and the shelter's increased focus on programming for residents.

It was wonderful to see the  Leadership Giving Society members who were able to join us for the evening and we thank all members for their tremendous support.

Interested in volunteering at Cross Roads House?

If you have any questions about volunteering or about our orientation program, e-mail JoAnn Rohde at j.rohde@crossroadshouse.org or call 603-436-2218 ext. 107. Pre-registration for orientation is not required. 

Please Note:  Volunteers must be over 18 and out of high school to volunteer at the shelter   

Click this link for driving directions and parking instructions. 

Register for the Seacoast Summit 

on Homelessness and Housing

The Summit's agenda includes community learning, input and discussion. Presentations will be made by local, state and regional experts regarding initiatives and programs in three issue areas that are working to prevent and end homelessness. Ideas and strategies will be generated by participants to create an action for advancing our aims to end homelessness in the Seacoast region.

For more information about the Seacoast Summit on Homelessness and Housing, click here or email msillari14@gmail.com.

To register for the Seacoast Summit on Homelessness and Housing, click here.

The 7th Annual Pease 'n Carrots Holiday Food Drive will begin on Monday, November 24th and continue through New Year's Eve. Philbrick's Fresh Market grocery carts will be strategically positioned at locations throughout the Pease Tradeport to collect non-perishable food items for Cross Roads House and the Seacoast Family Food Pantry. Additionally, donations can be made by check to either beneficiary.

Everyone at Cross Roads House would like to extend a special thank you to the individuals and companies who will participate in the 7th Annual Pease 'N Carrots Food Drive. Whether you are donating food, volunteering to be a drop off site, or delivering donations to the shelter, your generosity is appreciated. Donations we receive from the Annual Peas 'N Carrots Food Drive are so helpful in making sure that our volunteers can prepare more than 22,000 meals annually!

For more information, click here, call Mark at 603-766-1955, or email MSullivan@SeacoastAssetMgt.com.

The Amy Dutton Shop is celebrating an Open House on Friday, December 19th, from 6-8pm, and all proceeds will be donated to Cross Roads House!  

The shop specializes in products for the home such as great hostess gifts, home accessories and accents, rugs, lighting, furniture and much more. The Shop has been a strong supporter of Cross Roads House because they believe, "Everyone Deserves a Home!"

The Amy Dutton Shop is located at 9 Walker Street, Kittery, Maine. For more information, please call 207-703-0696, e-mail amy@amyduttonhome.com, or visit www.amyduttonhome.com.