A Safe Haven. Isn’t that we all want, what we all seek?
We are proud of our amazing community of McKinney for many reasons – McKinney is a safe haven, but also has many tremendous organizations and spectacular people leading the charge and making a difference in so many lives.
Let us introduce you to a safe haven right here in our community, Shiloh Place.
Officially, this is their description:
Shiloh Place deeply invests in each individual, providing them education and skills needed to end the cycle of poverty for their family for generations to come.
But there is a reality that comes with grace and community outreach.
Most people would never consider that Collin County has a homeless problem. However, that is not the case, and the needs are immense right here in our community.
The statistics are staggering and shed light on reality. The reality is that our own neighbors and friends need help and resources to heal, and a sanctuary providing hope, while showing those in need that the community cares.
Why is this important?
To strengthen, to empower, to take back control to grow into a new life is an immensely important task.
Their mission is crucial:
Our mission is to equip single mothers with financial independence and personal wholeness by addressing their physical, educational, emotional, and spiritual needs.
The facts:
· 80% of homeless families in Collin County are headed by single moms.
· 590 students are registered as homeless by McKinney ISD. This is the equivalent of the population of an entire elementary school.
· 34% of the student population in McKinney ISD receives free or reduced lunch.
· 67% of single moms living in Collin County live below the poverty line, which means they make $21,000 or less annually.
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Ashleigh Fanning, Development Director, makes the purpose come to life. She states, “By making a difference in the lives of these mothers, and as a result of giving these children hope for their future, they learn not only are they cared for, but a better life and hope for the future is and can be a reality. Not only does it impact the mothers and their children, but it is a generational transformation and positive impact on our community.”
For two years, the program offers:
· Advanced Education
· Childcare
· Housing
· Counseling
· Life Skills Classes
· Case Management
Their values:
· Hand-up, not a hand-out, program
· Accountability is a core value
· The impact spans generations.
Providing hope, resources and empowering women and children every day.
To help, volunteer or donate, give them a call today.
Ashleigh Fanning
Development Director
469-534-4907