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Homelessness
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Apartments
In Our Community
Giving back brings people together, fosters growth, self-esteem, and self-efficacy. On the surface,
it can help take the problems off our minds, and enable us to see the bigger picture. Thats why
Hearts for Homeless clients and staff participate in events like Saturday of Service where we
operated a free Car Wash, and helped Zerby Gap rake and mulch their
ropes course -a boys home in Spring Mills, PA. We
also have a community garden nestled
ourside of Downtown where interested
people can plant and harvest during
season. We will continue to participate
and strive to give back to the community
that give to us. If you have a need for service
volunteers, email us at
info@h4hstatecollege.org
Transitional Apartments
Our new TAP program is currently housing
15 previously Homeless men women and
children. Soon, we look to secure three
more apartments to bring that
number to 19. Our apartment
program is designed to provide
our clients with a chance at the
stability theyve been deprived
of -some their entire life. Not
only are we keeping people
safe and off the street, TAP
is imparting housekeeping,
cooking, budgeting, and
financial responsibility
to our TAP participants.
Were preparing them for real-world
expectations. Hearts spends $600 to bring
one homeless client into an apartment.
Go to our website to learn more and help
broaden this program.
Were Moving!
New Website
Assistant Director Ashton Munoz has
been working tirelessly on our new
website. Some features include; Message
Board, Photo Gallery, Online Volunteer
Application, Community Resource Guide
and Shelter News. Please visit us!
H4HStateCollege.org
President
Ashton Munoz
Vice President
Ginny Poorman
Executive Director
Erika Heinz
Fundraising Chair
Kina Altemose
Treasurer, Accountant
Phil Jones
Board Member
Evan Higgins
Secretary
Admin Staff
Ginny Poorman
Executive Director
Ashton Munoz
Asst. Executive Director
Acknowledgements
College West LLC.
Troy
-Base Service Unit
Ty Barrakman
-Youth Service Bereau
Ty Ford
& Danny Pierce
-Teen Challenge
Linds Scerbo
-American Legion Post 245
Kevin Gilliam
& Kim Trainer
-American Chiropractic
Barry Scerbo
Board Members
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Hearts for Homeless requires the generosity of people like you to operate. Monetary donations are a priority this season due to our move into our new location in
the fall, But goods and in-kind donations are also very important. We Need:
Coffee Snack foods Paper Towels Bottled Water 3+ blade disposable razors Full-Sized Bottles of Shampoo
Printer Paper Desktop or Laptop Computers Hand/Power Tools Building supplies Bicycles Pay-As-You-Go Cell Phones
TracFone Cards Gardening Supplies Backpacks, Duffle Backs, Weekend Bags Dish Soap & Sponges Trash Bags
To provide basic necessities, a safe place during the day for the homeless and those at-risk of becoming homeless to gather faculties such
as; job hunting skills, computer skills, and resume writing. To have a constant support system in place where they feel welcome, love, and guidance. To establish
a foundation for our clients and future clients while they learn how to maintain a stable life, job, and housing. To provide housing opportunities where they may
employ their growth. To change the communities outlook on the homeless population by education and interaction. Finally, to grow constantly to meet the
needs of the homeless and stand united against the homeless crisis.
Core Values: Appreciating Diversity in Character - Gracious Professionalism - Loving Everyone Unconditionally
My name is Andrea Knepper and I have been volunteering for Hearts for the Homeless for almost a
year. I first heard about Hearts while I was sitting in church one Sunday when the pastor mentioned volunteer and
serving opportunities at the shelter. I honestly didnt even know that we had a homeless shelter in State College, yet
alone a shelter a block away from the actual church service that I was sitting in. But I felt God tugging on my heart
to check the place out.
The first time I entered the shelter I brought a meal to be served for lunch that day. I remember it was
pulled pork with rolls and a side salad (I never forget food!). Everyone was very thankful, appreciative, and it
seemed to be a friendly atmosphere. You could say I was breaking the ice and making my first impression with
food! I then brought everyone another meal and decided to hang around a bit longer. I have never been in a
homeless shelter before so I really didnt know what to expect, but was pleasantly surprised to see interactions
amongst the clients and volunteers as if they were a family. This inspired me to want to put in more time at the
shelter and commit to a once a week shift.
Today, if I reflect on my time at Hearts, I feel like my eyes have been opened. I first felt naive to think that
there was no homelessness in State College, but cmon its Happy Valley, right?! However, from my time spent at
Hearts I learned that there are homeless folks in our tiny, happy college town. There are homeless people from young to old, families to drifters, and in many
cases people who are on the verge of being homeless. I grew in appreciation for the things that I take for granted every day like my home, food, my shower, my
bed, my family, my health, my mental stability (the list goes on).
The clients, or my friends rather, have been like a second family to me. I cheer them on when they get a job, an apartment, or fight an addiction. Im
inspired by the love and kindness that I see from other volunteers, directors, and even the clients to each other. God has clearly softened my heart for these
people, and I never would have expected to have gained so much enlightenment and friendship. As much as I want to help them, even if its just sitting and
having a friendly conversation or serving a cup of coffee, I have gained so much in return.
Whoever brings blessing will be enriched, and one who waters will himself be watered. - Proverbs 11:25
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Not everyone has the priveledge of having confidence,
emotional fortitude, or skills needed to enter or re-enter the job market.
These are also all factors in whether or not people settle into their roles,
stay in work or succeed in other parts of their life for that matter. We do
our best at H4H to provide our clients with interview training, interview
assistance, work clothes, and job search assistance. However, success
requires so much more than that. At Hearts, we connect with our clients
and try to understand what can best help each of them individually. We are
a part of their lives and sometimes the only family thay have. We make an
effort to understand their history and offer guidance and mentorship. We
take part through the good and the bad, and from there we help arm them
with what they need for life. Join us through that tremendous journey.