Former Our House shelter residents are eager to give back to the program that has supported them. FRESH (Former Residents Educating Society on Homelessness). Established in December of 2011, FRESH has assembled itself into avenue of service for former residents looking to change the perceptions of the homeless through hands-on contribution back to Our House, community involvement and public representation. The great hope for FRESH is to maintain consistent involvement in inner-campus activities while further pressing to insert themselves into the public. By doing this, FRESH believes it can pursue the longer-term goals of dispelling preconceived notions about the homeless through their own positive examples while simultaneously decreasing the prevalence of homelessness and the severity of disadvantage within the affected local population. The group is always looking for other former Our House residents to join as contributing members as well as individuals and organizations who would like to partner with FRESH for impactful progress. Interested in getting back in touch with Our House? Involvement in the Alumni Group will:
Allow you to stay in contact with Our House and other former clients who have shared experiences of homelessness
Provide support to current clients as they go through the program
Continue to stay connected with resources that are provided through Our House
Outreach to the community to break down the stereotypes of homelessness
Provide an opportunity to give back to the place that aided in your transition out of homelessness
Past Alumni activities include:
Participating in bi-monthly meetings
Serving a meal once a month at Our House
Fundraising events for the group
Adopt-a-Street clean-up program
Hosting holiday parties for current residents
Experience meetings
Attending fundraising events for Our House
