March 18, 2020

These past few days have been incredibly busy for Our House as we navigate the recent world crisis, while also ensuring our children and families have the support they need to weather the economic and health-related impact of COVID-19.

We appreciate all supporters who have reached out to inquire about our children and families and identify ways they can help through this period of adjustment. Thank you for your unwavering commitment.

Our House recognizes many of our families work jobs with little to no paid time off and childcare has been critical to their ability to succeed. Unfortunately, we have had to cancel all early childhood education classes until March 31, 2020. We want our families and supporters to know our Advocates will be available to assist families via email during these times. Updates will also be provided via our Bloomz parent communication app, website and social media.

While our education program has halted, we continue to operate our 24/7 emergency shelter and provide families with a supply of household and personal items, as well as meals and access to resources to sustain their path to self-sufficiency. We are currently housing 17 families, and provide after-care support for over 100 families who have exited our housing program.

If you would like to help during this time, please consider an online donation to Our House. Your gift will ensure we can maintain supplies and continue to serve children and families impacted by homelessness.
As always, thank you for your continued support of Our House and the children and families we serve. We cannot do our work without you.

Tyese Lawyer
President and CEO

P.S. You can also donate supplies from our Amazon Wish List. We are in need of laundry detergent, hand soap, Clorox wipes and paper towels. Items can be shipped or delivered to our Atlanta campus located at 173 Boulevard NE. Please contact Marquez Allen to schedule onsite deliveries.