Dear Friend,

Last night, I read a jarring report that stopped me in my tracks. Over 600,000 people experienced homelessness in a single night last January(1),  a new U.S. record.

It's hard to imagine a statistic like that and not be moved. Moved, maybe, to pray, to donate, or act in some way. Especially knowing it’s such a frigid cold month in many parts of the country.

Join the Response: Bring Shelter, Warmth and Hope - Renew Now

Our VOA responders are on the front lines of support now, for families exactly like those in the report.

It's thanks to you and other caring supporters that families, veterans, young kids, and seniors are getting the essentials to exit homelessness and establish a better life...

...Essentials like VOA warming shelters, pop-up food pantries, hot meals delivered to isolated seniors, mental health support and other winter relief services.

Our nationwide response is in high gear. But we need more friends now for local efforts, Friend. Please let me know if we can count on your renewed support today:

A bed. A blanket. A meal. That's all it takes to change a life. If you're able, please make a renewed gift today, it will mean the world.

Thank you for sharing your kind heart,

Tanisha Smith
Vice President, Volunteers of America

Source:
(1)“Homelessness in the U.S. jumped to record level in 2023…” Axios News

This winter 2024, the needs are more urgent. Your support can ensure, for people suffering, that their best days are ahead. You'll feel good knowing your donated dollars go directly towards such impact for others.

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