Holiday Joy!
What an amazing time of year! People just keep stopping by NCM to drop off toys for needy children, coats and blankets for the homeless, food for our pantry and presents for the men in our shelter. It's hard to feel bad when you get to see so much good!
NCM summer raffle
And the winner is.... Judith Jerry won the NCM $7,500.00 raffle. Thanks to all who purchased tickets this year--the sale of raffle tickets generated over $3,000.00 that will be used to provide for the needs of the hungry and homeless in our area.
Celebration of Caring
This years event was a huge success!
Nearly 200 guests enjoyed a delightful meal and wonderful entertainment and helped us raise well over $10,000.00 to be put to use helping feed and house the hungry and homeless in our area.
Northside Common Ministries
Providing help to the Hungry and Homeless for 30 years
In addition, the NCM staff – Case Manager, Program Director, and Shelter Monitors – assists the men as they work toward stability and independence by providing various services and supports, including:
- Respect and Dignity
- Donated Clothes and toiletries
- Referrals to counseling for substance abuse and mental health support
- Weekly medical clinic
- Counseling from the Veterans Administration
- Spiritual nuturing, counseling and support from volunteer clergy and laypersons
How can you help the men at the Pleasant Valley Emergency Shelter? Consider holding a toiletrie or underwear drive at your church, school, community group or office. The men who utilize our facility are always in need of shampoo,soap, tooth paste and deodorent. Additionally mens underwear (sizes 32-44), tee shirts (medium to 3xl) and tube socksa are always in demand --consider having a boxers or briefs collection.
