Immanuel has been a proud partner of Family Promise of Berks County since its inception over 15 years ago. Family Promise secured funding through a grant and generous donor which allowed them to begin using the Apartment Shelter model in March 2021 with two rental properties that shelter 3-4 families (12-15 people). The families move on to permanent housing as quickly as possible. A third rental property is anticipated in September to increase the capacity to help families. Staying in one place during their time with Family Promise allows families to have bedtime routines for the children and more flexible work schedules.
Since the families are in houses, they have access to a kitchen. Immanuel plans to provide a meal and Grace Lutheran a meal during our “host week” as well as cleaning supplies and grocery cards. Our next host week is July 25th.
Some of the immediate cleaning needs are: large trash bags, kitchen trash bags, all surface cleaner, toilet bowl cleaner, toilet bowl brush, brooms, mops, cleaning wipes, dish detergent, laundry detergent, and paper towels. Any items purchased can be dropped off in the office during the week or on Sunday morning until July 24th. Giant gift cards are also available in the office to purchase and donate. Please contact the office with any questions.
