Family Shelter Extreme Makeover

The Urban Ministries of Durham’s Family Shelter

NC110’s Leadership Project completely refurbished the Family Shelter. Seven family rooms received new furniture, window treatments and bathroom accessories. Local companies donated landscaping, painting services, outdoor materials, and other supplies. Attached are the quotes from the families after they saw the rooms that were re-done by NC110. I loved the encouraging message that was left in our room. It made me feel special. My children were so happy…I am just glad we have a safe place to stay…” “The new furniture is so pretty. It has made us feel loved and cared for…” “I like the way the towels were folded. They even had pretty ribbons on them. It was like a hotel.” “We can’t thank you all enough. You and your group have impacted not only the current families staying with us, but the many that have not yet come to us for help. We are thrilled to have seven beautiful rooms for our families to stay in. This brings them an immediate sense of hope.” Budget: $19,500. June 2009.

Volunteers Fix Up Family Shelter

Volunteers Fix Up Family Shelter

Author: from staff reports

Volunteers refurbished family rooms and the children’s playground at Urban Ministries of Durham’s Family Shelter in June. Five family rooms for women and children received new furniture, window treatments and bathroom accessories. The project was led by NC110, a group participating in the WorldLegacy Leadership Program, a coaching center in Morrisville. Several volunteers helped to complete this transformational project, including the Young Professionals of Durham, Beta Phi Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc., GOLD-N-LOVE, and numerous family and friends. Pictured is the WorldLegacy’s NC110 Leadership Class, Dana Schrenk, Dan Burrows, Birhanie Robinson and Mary Baird standing in the refurnished large family room.
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