Supporting our homeless/low-income neighbors in LA
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The impact of the Coronavirus (COVID 19) is being felt by everyone around the globe. Economically, the impact is especially felt by those that are homeless and low-income in our communities.
As a result of this recent pandemic, The Oppenheim Group is raising money to benefit Food on Foot, Inc., and 100% of your donations will go directly to the individuals whose current circumstances are shared below. Additionally, The Oppenheim Group is pledging to match the total donation amount on GoFundMe, up to $10,000.
Founded in 1996, Food on Foot is a nonprofit dedicated to assisting our homeless and low-income neighbors in Los Angeles with nutritious meals, clothing, and a fresh start through a life-skills education, full-time employment, and permanent housing. Food on Foot is the last resort for many of the individuals who come to them; working with men and women whose deep emotional problems have led to lives of homelessness, substance abuse, incarceration, and an utter lack of belief in themselves.
The "Work for Food" program assists the homeless with the tools and resources needed to leave the streets of Los Angeles with a life-skills education, a full-time job, housing they can afford, and the confidence needed to make their accomplishments long lasting. Due to the Coronavirus (COVID 19), many graduates of the Work for Food programs have lost their jobs. Food on Foot need funds to subsidize rent, and to continue to deliver high-quality care (Food on Foot does NOT accept government funds, and relies on generous donors and volunteers).
By making a donation, you will be able to help these Food on Foot graduates below, who are being devastated by this crisis. Please take a moment to read their stories. Together, we can prevail and continue to keep our neighbors off the streets......
1. Salli (51 yrs old) lived in a shelter before graduating from Food on Foot and getting her apartment two weeks ago. Only seven days after being housed, she was notified that she was laid off indefinitely from her culinary position at a local catering company where she was making $15 per hour. Salli is particularly vulnerable because she has COPD and suffers from severe asthma. If she were to go back to a shelter, she would be considered high risk for contracting the coronavirus. Her rent is $1,302.61 per month.
2. Devin (27 yrs old) lived in his car before he got his apartment through Food on Foot six months ago. He has pushed through a number of health issues and has a managed to consistently be a hard worker. He was laid off indefinitely from a restaurant/lounge where he worked in facilities for $13.25 per hour. Even after being housed, Devin continues to use his social media to encourage homeless people by providing coping strategies and comic relief. He even gives free haircuts to other clients throughout the week. His rent is $1,328.61 per month.
3. Elijah (34 yrs old) has been in his apartment for six months. He was recently laid off from his job at a local hotel where he started at minimum wage as a dishwasher. In his last job, he had a severe allergic reaction to the cleaning chemicals being used at a hospital. As a result he was unconscious for several minutes without oxygen, and was left with neuropathy in his extremities, specifically his feet. He is currently scheduled for surgery to repair some of the nerve damage which could be postponed due to COVID-19. He faces some of the most uncertainty of the Food on Foot participants. His rent is $1,310.11 per month.
4. Kay (56 yrs old) first became homeless in 2015 when her mother passed away and the family home was sold. Kay is a self-motivated individual who loves to cook and has been in the restaurant industry for several years now. Kay went through the program over a year ago and went on to become a training supervisor at a restaurant in a well-known theme park. She has been laid off indefinitely. Her rent is $1,278.61 per month.
5. Patrick (65 yrs old) graduated from the program three years ago. He polished silver at a local restaurant for $11.00 an hour and has been sober for 6 years. Patrick has been a gift to the Food on Foot program as he has spent several years volunteering his time to share his story with clients and program volunteers. He has a strong relationship with his pet cat, Slurpie, who he shares pictures with monthly. His rent is $1,004.09 per month.
6. Roderick (34 yrs old) graduated and was housed two years ago. He held the same job that Food on Foot helped him get up until last week. He received two promotions since being employed, the first taking place during his first day on the job. Roderick is a great motivational speaker. He uses his personal experience to influence other program participants. Roderick has always had a “get it done” attitude. He doesn’t make excuses and he believes in consistent hard work. His rent is $1,289.86 per month.
The impact of the Coronavirus (COVID 19) is being felt by everyone around the globe. Economically, the impact is especially felt by those that are homeless and low-income in our communities.
As a result of this recent pandemic, The Oppenheim Group is raising money to benefit Food on Foot, Inc., and 100% of your donations will go directly to the individuals whose current circumstances are shared below. Additionally, The Oppenheim Group is pledging to match the total donation amount on GoFundMe, up to $10,000.
Founded in 1996, Food on Foot is a nonprofit dedicated to assisting our homeless and low-income neighbors in Los Angeles with nutritious meals, clothing, and a fresh start through a life-skills education, full-time employment, and permanent housing. Food on Foot is the last resort for many of the individuals who come to them; working with men and women whose deep emotional problems have led to lives of homelessness, substance abuse, incarceration, and an utter lack of belief in themselves.
The "Work for Food" program assists the homeless with the tools and resources needed to leave the streets of Los Angeles with a life-skills education, a full-time job, housing they can afford, and the confidence needed to make their accomplishments long lasting. Due to the Coronavirus (COVID 19), many graduates of the Work for Food programs have lost their jobs. Food on Foot need funds to subsidize rent, and to continue to deliver high-quality care (Food on Foot does NOT accept government funds, and relies on generous donors and volunteers).
By making a donation, you will be able to help these Food on Foot graduates below, who are being devastated by this crisis. Please take a moment to read their stories. Together, we can prevail and continue to keep our neighbors off the streets......
1. Salli (51 yrs old) lived in a shelter before graduating from Food on Foot and getting her apartment two weeks ago. Only seven days after being housed, she was notified that she was laid off indefinitely from her culinary position at a local catering company where she was making $15 per hour. Salli is particularly vulnerable because she has COPD and suffers from severe asthma. If she were to go back to a shelter, she would be considered high risk for contracting the coronavirus. Her rent is $1,302.61 per month.
2. Devin (27 yrs old) lived in his car before he got his apartment through Food on Foot six months ago. He has pushed through a number of health issues and has a managed to consistently be a hard worker. He was laid off indefinitely from a restaurant/lounge where he worked in facilities for $13.25 per hour. Even after being housed, Devin continues to use his social media to encourage homeless people by providing coping strategies and comic relief. He even gives free haircuts to other clients throughout the week. His rent is $1,328.61 per month.
3. Elijah (34 yrs old) has been in his apartment for six months. He was recently laid off from his job at a local hotel where he started at minimum wage as a dishwasher. In his last job, he had a severe allergic reaction to the cleaning chemicals being used at a hospital. As a result he was unconscious for several minutes without oxygen, and was left with neuropathy in his extremities, specifically his feet. He is currently scheduled for surgery to repair some of the nerve damage which could be postponed due to COVID-19. He faces some of the most uncertainty of the Food on Foot participants. His rent is $1,310.11 per month.
4. Kay (56 yrs old) first became homeless in 2015 when her mother passed away and the family home was sold. Kay is a self-motivated individual who loves to cook and has been in the restaurant industry for several years now. Kay went through the program over a year ago and went on to become a training supervisor at a restaurant in a well-known theme park. She has been laid off indefinitely. Her rent is $1,278.61 per month.
5. Patrick (65 yrs old) graduated from the program three years ago. He polished silver at a local restaurant for $11.00 an hour and has been sober for 6 years. Patrick has been a gift to the Food on Foot program as he has spent several years volunteering his time to share his story with clients and program volunteers. He has a strong relationship with his pet cat, Slurpie, who he shares pictures with monthly. His rent is $1,004.09 per month.
6. Roderick (34 yrs old) graduated and was housed two years ago. He held the same job that Food on Foot helped him get up until last week. He received two promotions since being employed, the first taking place during his first day on the job. Roderick is a great motivational speaker. He uses his personal experience to influence other program participants. Roderick has always had a “get it done” attitude. He doesn’t make excuses and he believes in consistent hard work. His rent is $1,289.86 per month.
Organizer
Jason Oppenheim
Organizer
Los Angeles, CA
Food on Foot, Inc.
Beneficiary