This is Community

Challenging times call forth our most altruistic selves. We have seen that altruism displayed in abundance. Over the past few months CHHOP has been the recipient of many generous donations from individuals and foundations. Whether it is a $25 donation, or a $5,000 donation, people are doing what they can to help and we are very grateful for each of those donations. 

We know that these are very unsettled times. Some feel the crushing weight of inequality more than others. With the Covid-19 virus running rampant, the lack of civil discourse in our society and the pain of entrenched structural racism, the world seems to be burning. It is heartening to see that so many people move beyond the pain and fear that they face and reach out to support CHHOP’s work and the needs of our clients. At CHHOP, we believe that every person is entitled to safe and affordable housing and healthy, nutritious food. Your donations make it possible for us to continue our five programs that assist some of the most vulnerable populations in our area:

• The Jan Peek House shelter, which is the only 24/7 shelter for adults who are experiencing homelessness in Northern Westchester. 

• Our Fred's Pantry program serves 400-500 individuals a week impacting 1,700 to 2,000 household members. During the pandemic demand has increased over 400 percent.

• The Turning Point program provides long-term housing and supportive housing to chronically homeless individuals with a disability.

• CHHOP’s Healthcare for Homeless Veterans program provides shelter and support services to those who have served.

• RISE is a collaborative program providing housing assistance, case management, employment services and domestic violence support services to homeless families surviving domestic violence.

With time, the world around us will change. I truly believe that the arc of the moral universe bends towards justice and that each of us is called to pull it toward justice. We are the living embodiment of that bending arc when we support one another. And, when we support each other, we acknowledge the myriad ways in which we are all connected. And that, is what community looks like. 

Sincerely,

Cynthia B. Knox, Esq.

CHHOP Chief Executive Officer