2020 Annual Report

It's another snowy Monday morning, a perfect opportunity for me to reflect on our first full year!

We began 2020 poised for action: We had 501(c)(3) status and were waiting for capital acquisition funding from the state. With the pandemic, the state budget was on hold and wait, we did! When an opportunity presented itself to lease two nice homes on serene acreage, we rolled up our sleeves, changed gears, and began getting them ready.

You volunteered time giving both homes a makeover inside and out. Many of you donated time, cash, furniture or household items to get the homes move-in ready. They were fully furnished to house 7 women in one and 8 men in the other. Every room was blessed by a deacon. We had great family fun building a garden and celebrating with a fall Harvest Party (imported pumpkins this year!)

As sometimes happens, although we had similar endpoints, our mission of recovery housing wasn't in sync with the owner's vision of sober homes. He decided to manage the homes in the way that he felt best...and our involvement was no longer needed. We spent alot of effort getting these homes ready and are sure that many people in recovery will feel God's love in them!

And so, here we are back to where we started...waiting for capital funds...stay tuned for God's plan for On Our Way Home in 2021!