Gina's Children's Counselor helped her feel heard and helped Gina cope with the loneliness and sadness she was feeling in shelter. With your support, Doorways can welcome new families into our care, and care for those who are with us today. Donate Now How to Be Heard: Gina's Story Gina moved into the Family Home with her mom last fall. Thanks to your support, Gina's Children's Counselor made Gina feel heard and helped Gina cope with the loneliness and sadness she was feeling in shelter. Read Gina's Story Open Hearts, Open Doors Virtual Fundraiser & Auction, Oct. 15th COVID-19 has had an extraordinary impact on our clients and our community. Families need your help. Save the date to join us on October 15th to celebrate of what our clients and community can achieve when we invest in people. Ticket sales open soon! Sponsorship opportunities now open! Download Sponsor Packet (PDF) to Learn More Sponsors who commit $2,500 or more by Friday, August 28th will have the opportunity to have their logo or name included in our print invitation for the event! News & Updates There Is No Recovery from COVID-19 If We Leave Millions of Children and Families Behind "The tragically invisible but pervasive nature of this crisis is not recognized by the federal agency in charge of homeless assistance. Homeless children, youth, and families often move from couches, to motels, to cars, or any space that offers temporary shelter. Yet, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s current definition of homelessness – staying in shelters or on the street – doesn't capture this particularly mobile, vulnerable, and hidden population. That means millions of children, youth, and families are being locked out of vital channels of federal support. Across the country, school districts, early childhood programs, and community-based organizations" like Doorways "are working tirelessly to fill the gaps." Learn More Families Face Homelessness during the Pandemic Unless the Government Acts Note: Although this article was written by a woman living in London, much of her experience is the same as families in our community. "The ripple effect of a surge in evictions is incomprehensible. One person losing their home threatens so much more than just that one family. In my case it means my mum loses her carer, my children lose their social structure, access to their father and their schooling network, and ultimately I will lose my job. This is not just a housing issue: it threatens the very fabric of our communities. This is everyone's problem." Read More Deadliest Mass Shootings Are Often Preceded by Violence at Home "Shootings committed by domestic abusers aren't only routine, they're among the deadliest." "An analysis of 749 mass shootings over the past six years found that about 60% were either domestic violence attacks or committed by men with histories of domestic violence." Read More Drive-Thru Deeds How to Donate Essential Items Have more at home than you need? Swing by our office's Drive-Thru Deeds on Fridays from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to drop off items you may have "extra" of at home. Please contact Joy Myers at [email protected] or (703) 504-9290 for donation drop-off instructions. This week's items: Hand sanitizer Cleaning supplies (spray, wipes, soap, etc.) Target gift cards Can't make it to our HQ? Give through our Amazon Wish List at bit.ly/DoorwaysUrgentNeeds. Thank you for keeping our shelters stocked with critical supplies! ‌ ‌ ‌ Doorways | P.O. Box 100185, Arlington, VA 22210 Unsubscribe [email protected] Update Profile | About our service provider Sent by [email protected] powered by Try email marketing for free today!