Impact Statement
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Because of the generosity of our donors in 2021 we were able to partner with more than 35 area organizations to touch the lives of 6,698 children and approximately 4,500 families. We rose to meet the challenge of a COVID world by adapting our current programs and adding new initiatives as needed.
This past year, the 214 members of the Christ Child Society of Fort Wayne volunteered 9,318 hours that made the following impact on our community:
517 Layettes (Newborn Essentials) Distributed 3,200 New Coats Distributed 1,708 Crib Club Visits 2,831 Books Donated 195 Backpacks Provided 47,402 Diapers Given Out
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As the case manager and the staff that welcomes families into the shelter, I see the stress and fear in the families’ eyes when they first arrive to our shelter. The “My Stuff” Backpacks provided by the Christ Child Society offer a distraction for the children during this scary time. Instead of focusing on the fears of their situation they are distracted by discovering all the different items in their new backpack. There are lots of “look what I got”, “you mean this is mine? I get to keep it? I don’t have to share?” I cannot express the appreciation I have for this program. The comfort it brings to the children is tremendous and it definitely makes a huge impact for these families and for our program.
Shirley York
Family Case Manager
Just Neighbors Interfaith Homeless Network
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