2021 Newsletter: mAY
05/31/2021
Truly I tell you, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me. -Matthew 25:4
MEETING NEEDS
The Least of These Ministry has been very busy this year meeting the needs of our homeless community in different ways.
So far, TLOT has been blessed to assist SIX people with securing housing! Among those that have found housing have been an expectant mother who was living in her car, a single mom and her pre-teen son who were also living in their car, and a young man who was living in an outdoor shed. Each of these people were employed but did not have the finances to secure housing. We feel so blessed to have had the opportunity to help all six of them move into their own home and provide them with furnishings.
In April, TLOT facilitated donations for a family who lost their home in a fire. Once this family is able to secure a new home, they will also be provided furniture items if it is needed.
Throughout the year, TLOT has continued to meet the street level needs from the ministry truck four to five nights a week. We were also blessed to host several Thankful Thursdays meals, thanks to many amazing volunteers!
The Least of These Ministry has been very busy this year meeting the needs of our homeless community in different ways.
So far, TLOT has been blessed to assist SIX people with securing housing! Among those that have found housing have been an expectant mother who was living in her car, a single mom and her pre-teen son who were also living in their car, and a young man who was living in an outdoor shed. Each of these people were employed but did not have the finances to secure housing. We feel so blessed to have had the opportunity to help all six of them move into their own home and provide them with furnishings.
In April, TLOT facilitated donations for a family who lost their home in a fire. Once this family is able to secure a new home, they will also be provided furniture items if it is needed.
Throughout the year, TLOT has continued to meet the street level needs from the ministry truck four to five nights a week. We were also blessed to host several Thankful Thursdays meals, thanks to many amazing volunteers!
MISSION MOMENTS
In March, we were contacted by the Roanoke City Police about a gentleman with severe wounds on both feet and needed shoes. At that time, the gentleman was unwilling to pursue medical attention. Before heading out to the campsite in the ministry truck, we contacted our friend, Dr. Jack Perkins who is a very compassionate local ER doctor. He agreed to meet us at the homeless camp to assess the situation and offer recommendations.
After visual examination of the wounds, with his kind and compassionate demeanor, he encouraged the gentleman to come see him at the ER the following day to get the care he desperately needed. The gentleman complied and, in the days following his ER visit, TLOT assisted with transportation to medical appointments to continue the treatment for his serious wounds. He is now in housing and receiving much needed medical care. Due to the concerted effort between RCPD, TLOT, and Dr. Perkins, our friend is on the path to recovery!
In March, we were contacted by the Roanoke City Police about a gentleman with severe wounds on both feet and needed shoes. At that time, the gentleman was unwilling to pursue medical attention. Before heading out to the campsite in the ministry truck, we contacted our friend, Dr. Jack Perkins who is a very compassionate local ER doctor. He agreed to meet us at the homeless camp to assess the situation and offer recommendations.
After visual examination of the wounds, with his kind and compassionate demeanor, he encouraged the gentleman to come see him at the ER the following day to get the care he desperately needed. The gentleman complied and, in the days following his ER visit, TLOT assisted with transportation to medical appointments to continue the treatment for his serious wounds. He is now in housing and receiving much needed medical care. Due to the concerted effort between RCPD, TLOT, and Dr. Perkins, our friend is on the path to recovery!
NEW SPACES TO GROW
TLOT has been working hard to prepare a new space that will allow us to serve our unsheltered friends in new ways!
Our new facility has enough space to store all of our pantry and furniture items in one place. It includes an office area to meet with our homeless friends regarding housing, identification assistance, and more. The new building boasts a shower and laundry facilities so our unsheltered friends can maintain their hygiene. Since opening, these services have been highly utilized. Our unsheltered friends are beyond grateful for the availability of these services!
Words cannot convey what the support of this community means to our organization. We are humbled and grateful for every single individual, church, group, and organization that contributes to ensuring this mission continues to grow and thrive! May God bless each of you!
TLOT has been working hard to prepare a new space that will allow us to serve our unsheltered friends in new ways!
Our new facility has enough space to store all of our pantry and furniture items in one place. It includes an office area to meet with our homeless friends regarding housing, identification assistance, and more. The new building boasts a shower and laundry facilities so our unsheltered friends can maintain their hygiene. Since opening, these services have been highly utilized. Our unsheltered friends are beyond grateful for the availability of these services!
Words cannot convey what the support of this community means to our organization. We are humbled and grateful for every single individual, church, group, and organization that contributes to ensuring this mission continues to grow and thrive! May God bless each of you!
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TLOT IN THE NEWS
Special thanks to WFXR for the news coverage on why we do what we do! If you missed it, click here to see the news story.
Special thanks to WFXR for the news coverage on why we do what we do! If you missed it, click here to see the news story.
RECORD SETTING HUSTLE
The 2021 Hustle for the Homeless 5K and Hustle at Home Virtual 5K wrapped up on May 22 and we are beyond humbled by the amazing support we received for this event!
More than 350 people participated in this year's event, and 19 area businesses supported us. Funds raised from this event will support TLOT's mission to fight homelessness in the Roanoke Valley.
The 2021 Hustle for the Homeless 5K and Hustle at Home Virtual 5K wrapped up on May 22 and we are beyond humbled by the amazing support we received for this event!
More than 350 people participated in this year's event, and 19 area businesses supported us. Funds raised from this event will support TLOT's mission to fight homelessness in the Roanoke Valley.
To see photos, check out our Facebook photo album.
Thank you WSLS Channel 10 for covering the event! Click here to see the Hustle for the Homeless in the news.
Thank you WSLS Channel 10 for covering the event! Click here to see the Hustle for the Homeless in the news.
2021 THANKFUL THURSDAY Signups
There is one spot available for Thankful Thursday! This is an opportunity for your group to feed and serve our homeless friends. Easy meals can be boxed and set up for serving. If you would like to sign your group up to provide a meal, check out our SignUp Genius.
The continued support of the TLOT Village in the way of financial donations, purchases from the Amazon Wishlist, donated in kind items, volunteering, and prayer makes it possible for this ministry to make a positive difference for our unsheltered friends in the Roanoke Valley and for His Kingdom.
The Least of These Ministry, 602 Marshall Avenue, Roanoke, VA 24016
The Least of These Ministry, 602 Marshall Avenue, Roanoke, VA 24016