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06 Nov 2018 |
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The Impact of the Homestretch Model
Take a few minutes to read the latest impact report from Homestretch. The report is the result of an independent analysis conducted by Ecosystems, a third party that provides value quantification services. The purpose of the report is to reveal the effectiveness of Homestretch and our approach to alleviating homelessness.
Continue Reading25 Oct 2018 |
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Providing Real Solutions for Homeless Families
Homestretch releases a white paper contrasting their outcomes to prevailing homeless family service models: A Better Way – Providing real solutions for homeless families. White Paper-Homestretch-October 2018 – A Better Way
Continue Reading18 Oct 2018 |
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Homestretch Graduated Client Speaks on Good Morning Washington
Last week, Homestretch’s very own LaSharen Howell stopped by the set of Good Morning Washington to speak about her own journey from homelessness, and give an update on the life-changing work we’re doing.
Continue Reading18 Oct 2018 |
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Homestretch Graduated Client on Good Morning Washington
Last week, Homestretch’s very own LaSharen Howell stopped by the set of Good Morning Washington to speak about her own journey from homelessness, and give an update on the life-changing work we’re doing.
Continue Reading18 Oct 2018 |
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Homestretch Graduated Client on Good Morning Washington
Last week, Homestretch’s very own LaSharen Howell stopped by the set of Good Morning Washington to speak about her own journey from homelessness, and give an update on the life-changing work we’re doing. Watch the interview:
Continue Reading03 Oct 2018 |
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Homestretch selected for Purple Purse Challenge
Homestretch has been selected for the Fifth Annual All State Foundation Purple Purse Challenge! It is an online fundraising effort that runs from October 2-October 31 and the focus is on helping survivors of domestic violence. 1 in 4 women will experience domestic violence in her lifetime. 65% of Homestretch families have fled an ...
Continue Reading16 Feb 2018 |
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Falls Church News Press Commentary by Homestretch Executive Director Christopher Fay
Guest Commentary: Community Where All Can Contribute, Grow & Aspire
Continue Reading13 Dec 2017 |
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A Home for the Holidays
“When I saw all the Christmas presents, I just broke down and cried. Never did I ever dream that anyone would do that for me and my kids.” She smiled, remembering. “It made us feel like we were finally in the right place, that maybe just maybe things might turn out all right for us […]
Continue Reading15 Nov 2017 |
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Hope and Hard Work
I began volunteering at Homestretch last year after reading about the success of its comprehensive approach to helping families who have fled difficult situations or dangerous countries. Over this past year it’s been easy to be overwhelmed by bad news — from refugee crises and dangerous conflicts around the world to ...
Continue Reading02 Oct 2017 |
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Domestic Violence Has No Boundaries
It had been nearly two years since I fled from my abuser with my two small children. I had gone through the hell of testifying in multiple court proceedings that included criminal charges and civil protective order hearings. I was preparing for new trials in another state where he was also charged for crimes […]
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