GRACEWORKS IS CLOSED TODAY
A board member sent me a somewhat shocking article this week from the USDA Economic Research Service. The first line warned that food insecurity is on the upswing in Tennessee and sadly, according to the latest federal data, Tennessee’s increase is slightly above the national average! Even more shocking was that over the last two years, […]
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While not often, GraceWorks occasionally serves Neighbors newly released from the Williamson County Jail to give them a head start on a new life. Some of them, like John, have no other clothes or cash for transportation to their families. When jail personnel suggested John might find assistance at GraceWorks, he took the one-mile walk
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She and her teen-age daughter had escaped a domestic violence situation. She entered a domestic violence program that helped her find an apartment she could afford. She had found employment providing enough income to pay her rent, and her daughter had a part-time job to help with expenses. She even had no debt. Her problem?
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I am excited to announce that recently GraceWorks was awarded the highest rating of 4 stars by Charity Navigators! In case you are not familiar with them, Charity Navigators Charity Ratings and Donor Resources | Charity Navigator , is a 20-year-old independent organization that vets the effectiveness of nonprofits for those savvy donors who want
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Dear Cherished Volunteer, Your heart of gold shines brightly! You give yourself, your time and your talents to GraceWorks’ Neighbors. Thank you for being the face and very heart of our mission of Neighbor serving Neighbor. Without you, essential services like food distribution, child support, rent and utility assistance would be at risk. With you,
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Eight years ago, Louise* walked through the front door of GraceWorks, not knowing that first step would change her life. She had just been released from the county jail with only the clothes on her back with no idea of what to do next. A GraceWorks staffer listened to her story and gave her food
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Perhaps you have heard whispers that I will be retiring as CEO of GraceWorks. Well, it is true, I do plan to retire at the end of this fiscal year on June 30, 2024! There is lots to do in preparation for such a major transition, which is why I gave the Board over a
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Anna* was nearing the end of her rope when she walked through the doors of GraceWorks a few weeks ago. A single mother of three, she had lost her job through downsizing, she had exhausted her savings, both of her cars were broken down, and she could not meet her bills anymore. With the loss
GraceWorks hosted an open house for our new Volunteer Center July 25th (Williamson Herald News Article). I was not all surprised to receive several inquiries asking if this was the open house for our new home. Regretfully my answer was no, but like the inquirer, I too long for that day when we are hosting
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To better serve the Neighbors affected emotionally and mentally by their situations, GraceWorks is blessed to have discounted sessions offered by The Refuge Center for Counseling. Neighbors pay $5 per session. Such a person was Geraldine*, who despite having other needs, first asked for help writing out her prescription names before a doctor’s appointment. Medical
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