LAFAYETTE, IN — The Greater Lafayette Family Shelter is inviting the community to unwrap the spirit of the season a little early this year with its first Christmas in July Giving Week, Friday, July 25 through Friday, Aug. 1.
This weeklong online fundraising campaign aims to raise critical money needed to support the operating costs of the shelter, ensuring that families in crisis have access to safe shelter, warm meals, and essential support services year-round.
“Operating a family shelter takes consistent resources,” Steven Flowers, executive director of the Greater Lafayette Family Shelter, said in a news release. “We’re asking our community to rally together in the middle of the year — when donations are typically down — to help us keep our doors open and our lights on for those who need us most.”
About the fundraising campaign
When: Through Aug. 1
Where to give: Donations accepted at https://secure.lglforms.com/form…/s/vyjgrTUWQLkE2VALhC7zWA
Goal: Raise money to support year-round shelter operations
The campaign will be promoted across social media, the shelter’s newsletter and its website. Supporters are encouraged to share the message by posting a festive “I’m Supporting” image available after donation, helping spread awareness throughout the community, the news release said.
How you can help
“Whether you give $5 or $1,000, you’re helping us provide safety, stability and compassion to local families who are going through a difficult time,” Flowers said.
The Greater Lafayette Family Shelter provides emergency housing, basic needs and case management to families experiencing homelessness in Tippecanoe County and the surrounding area.
This article originally appeared on Lafayette Journal & Courier: Greater Lafayette Family Shelter asks for Christmas-in-July support
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