Advancing
Transitional Housing Development
Trade Training
to Alleviate Poverty
Empowering Low-Income Homeless Women in Atlanta
Hello, I’m Demetria Henderson, founder and executive director of Women’s
International Grail Inc. We’re dedicated to providing comprehensive support to
low-income homeless women in Atlanta. Our vision is to create a pathway to stability
through transitional housing, mental health assistance, and trade training with job
placement. With your support, we can empower these women to overcome adversity
and build brighter futures. Join us in making a meaningful impact on our community.
We Will open a fully furnished traditional transitional housing facility.
Women’s International Grail is a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting low-income homeless women in Atlanta. Women’s International Grail has been serving the Atlanta community since 2010, offering various support programs for marginalized women. Our focus is on providing comprehensive assistance to homeless women, including shelter, counseling, skill development, and job placement.
Why We Need Your Help Now More Than Ever
- Atlanta has a significant homeless population, with over 3,000 individuals experiencing homelessness on any given night.
- Transitional housing programs have shown to be effective in helping individuals break the cycle of homelessness and regain stability.
- There is a growing need for transitional housing facilities that offer mental health assistance and trade training to address the root causes of homelessness.
- Low-income homeless women face unique challenges, including lack of access to safe housing, mental health resources, and employment opportunities.
Support Women's International Grail Inc. in empowering homeless women in Atlanta.
Our transitional housing facility will offer:
ACCOMODATION
Safe and secure accommodation for homeless women.
COUNSELING
Mental health counseling and support services.
TRADE TRAINING
Trade training programs in collaboration with local vocational schools.
JOB PLACEMENT
Job placement assistance and ongoing support.
Our organization is led by a team of dedicated professionals with expertise in social
work, mental health counseling, and vocational training. Our board of directors provides
oversight and guidance to ensure the success of our programs.
Join us! We could use your help
We are seeking funding of $500,000 to enhance and expand our transitional housing program.
With your support, we can provide comprehensive assistance to homeless women, empowering them to rebuild their lives and achieve self-sufficiency. Thank you for considering our proposal.
Where will Funds be Allocated?
Funds will be allocated to various phases including emergency rent
assistance, property purchase, program capacity expansion, partnership
strengthening, and wraparound support services.
What will be the Outcome of Our Donations?
- With your support, we aim to serve an additional 25 families and individuals in the first year.
- We anticipate increasing program graduation rates by 30% and enhancing job placement and education achievement by 20%.
- Strengthening partnerships with local organizations will ensure sustainable support for our mission.
What are the Financial plans?
Breakdown of Expenses:
- Property purchase: $300,000
- Renovation and furnishing: $150,000
- Zoning and permit fees: $25,000
- Staffing and operational expenses (first year): $25,000
Projected Outcomes:
- Number of residents served annually: 20-25
- Successful transition rate to permanent housing: 80%
