Branson's House of Hope is once again offering a special promotion as a way for local residents and businesses to help the nonprofit to help their neighbors in need.
House of Hope is again holding their Sponsor a Cot fundraiser.
"Last year, Sponsor a Cot was such a fun and unique way for the community to support House of Hope," explained HOH's Director Tracy Banks. "The funds collected were utilized to pay for the construction updates that occurred in 2023. This year we are relaunching the Sponsor a Cot fundraiser to cover the cost of Warming Center operations. Current expenses include overnight security, increased electric bills, food costs and additional client needs."
House of Hope offers a warming center, open during the colder months, any day the temperature dips below the freezing mark. The warming center can house up to 49 individuals at a time, and has a men's side, a women's side, and a family room to accommodate children or special circumstances.
Warming Center hours, on nights the facility is open, are 6 p.m. to 7 a.m.
Said Tracy, "It's the Warming Center that allows us the opportunity to meet physical needs while building relationships."
Guests of the Warming Center are provided with not only a warm place to sleep, but also a warm meal and a sense of community each night. Access to laundry facilities and showers are also available, as well as resources to help guests that are ready to discuss a more stable living situation.
During the Sponsor a Cot Fundraiser, each cot represents a portion of the Warming Center's overall cost of operation.
"We have estimated that $500 a cot would cover a large portion of our operating expenses," noted Tracy. "Would you prayerfully consider donating $500 to the warming center?"
For more information or to make a contribution to the Sponsor a Cot Program, visit House of Hope at 217 Veterans Boulevard in Branson, call them at 417-544-0162 or visit their website, houseofhopebranson.org.
Comentários