Giving Tuesday

Looking forward, Peninsula Poverty Response is joining the Giving Tuesday movement. Giving Tuesday was created to promote gratitude and generosity as a deliberate contrast to holiday-driven frenzy of consumerism. Giving Tuesday, November 30, is the first day of PPR’s annual fundraising campaign. Stay tuned for details.

A Snapshot of the HUB’s Work

From May to October 15, PPR responded to 56 calls for assistance. Our work helped a young family attend a doctor's appointment, a single mom move into a safe home, innumerable people have had hot showers, and food was put on the table in many homes. Thank you for making our work possible.

The Numbers

Food Card: 66.7% (36)
Gas Card: 51% (28)
Discover Pass: 13% (7)
Bus Pass: 5.6% (3)
Backpack: 11.1% (6)
Food Boxes: 1.9% (1)
Toilet Paper: 1.9% (1)
Help with Medications: 1.9% (1)
Tent: 1.9% (1)

Small Kindnesses

Peninsula Poverty Response’s actions are small and impactful. The young man is given a gas gift card so he can get to his girlfriend’s prenatal appointment on time. An older woman who recently became unhoused receives a gift card to a local grocery store, information about local food pantries, and free meals. By the end of the day, she has food for tomorrow and a full belly. This is what we do. Small kindnesses that seem like easy fixes for us mean the world to those in need.

She Never Thought She’d Be Homeless

Debi* was given PPR’s number by a friend from church. She was recently homeless, living in her car, frightened, and hungry. I met her in a nearby parking lot. She was trying not to cry as she told me her story. In response, PPR provided her with food and gas gift cards, a sleeping bag, hand warmers, and a survival blanket. Then we made a plan for her to call Coastal Community Action, Ocean Park Lutheran Church, St. Vincent’s, pick-up a free dinner at His Supper Table, and visit the food bank. When we had concluded our business, Debi hugged me and profusely thank me.

*Names and details have been changed to protect privacy.

Thank You

The Rotary Club

Thank you to our local Rotary Club for all their wonderful support. PPR started the HUB project with a grant from the SW Washington Rotary Club. We are grateful for their faith and support.

Our Supporters and Donors

The PPR Board of Directors is grateful for every gift. You make our important work possible, and for that we are thankful.

Nancy McAllister
Rose Wallace
Elly Rosaire
Mitzi Pothier
Pastor Louise Buckles
Judy Graham
Vinessa Karnosfski

Autumn 2021