Modified hours, how to reach us, how to help

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Dear Friends of Identity,

Out of an abundance of concern for the community we serve as well as for our staff and their families and friends, we have made the decision to remain open with modifications to our operations.

While most of our physical locations will be closed starting Monday, March 16th, our administrative office, the Upcounty Youth Opportunity Center (White House) and the Downcounty Youth Opportunity Center (Crossroads) will be open reduced hours. Many services will be provided remotely by phone and online. Staff have already begun contacting current clients to try to ensure continuity of service.
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* If you need to reach us regarding Identity’s GED, ESOL or Workforce Development programming or Re-entry and Rehabilitation services, email [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) . (mailto:[email protected])

* If you need to reach us regarding the Identity Wellness Centers at Gaithersburg, Watkins Mill and/or Wheaton High School or our Family Reunification and Family Strengthening programming, email [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) . (mailto:[email protected].)

* If you need to reach us regarding our before and after-school programming, recreation programming, case management services, Parent Leadership Academy or Census 2020 outreach, email [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) . (mailto:[email protected].)

* For all other questions, email [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]) . (mailto:[email protected]. )

Meanwhile, many of you have asked how you can help Identity youth and families during this crisis. Thank you in advance for recognizing that regardless of the many unknowns, we already know that Identity youth and their ultimate support system -their families- are incredibly vulnerable. Your help now will defend some of our most fragile neighbors from calamity. We have two areas of urgent need:

GROCERY STORE GIFT CARDS Because many of our client families are not in traditional salaried jobs, their lives and livelihoods will continue to be disrupted. In addition, the nutritious meals served at school that augment many of their children’s food supply are temporarily unavailable. Donated grocery store gift cards (we suggest in denominations of $25-$50) would have an immediate and welcome impact. Gift cards can be mailed to Identity, 414 E. Diamond Avenue, Gaithersburg, MD 20877

DIRECT DONATIONS TO IDENTITY’S LIFT FUND ([link removed]) which provides short-term financial relief to Identity clients facing truly extraordinary crises or hardship. It was created last year in honor of Identity Co-Founder Candace Kattar to ensure her legacy of never giving up on any young person in need. To contribute to this Fund, please visit this link. ([link removed])

Se los agradecemos de todo corazón. Un muy fuerte abrazo,
Diego Uriburu

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