ABODE SERVICES
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I have enjoyed volunteering in the kitchen at least once a week for the last three years. I am impressed at the full range of services that are given to those in need. Abode not only gets homeless people into shelter but gets to the causes of homelessness.
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The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
helpful and friendly. Everyone goes the extra step to help.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
expand its live saving help to more homeless people.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
Abode Services not only helps homeless people, it helps prevent them from becoming homeless ever again. Unlike organizations that provide emergency shelter only, Abode is in it to stablilze participants' living situation for the long term. It treats people with respect and professionalism.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
seeing the dramatic relief of stress for parents and children who no longer have to worry about where to find a place to sleep each night.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
devoted people who pour their heart and soul into their work. Equally important, Abode is well managed. They are artists at stretching a dollar and getting bang for the buck.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
fund an endowment to even out the peaks and valleys of an uncertain economy. Abode could help even more people through their darkest hours.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every month
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
I currently set on the Board of Abode Services and Allied Housing. I have been involved with the organization for over 12 years. The growth and development of the programs this organiztion serve in our community is outstanding.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
The quick response of getting the $28 million Main Street Project "shovel ready" to be able to take advantage of current stimulus funds, has been nothing but outstanding effort on the part of the Allied and Abode Services staff.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
The professional and caring approach that management and staff take in solving homelessness in our community.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
Some of the most caring and dedicated people I have ever meet.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
spread their outstanding service to more homeless in our communities.
Ways to make it better...
there were more money to do more.
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
the continuing economic recession that we are currently experiencing.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every month
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
Abode Services is a very careful steward of their resources. The organization's commitment to the homeless of Southern Alameda County is without compare, due in large measure to the skills of the professional staff. Abode has a vital role to play in ensuring that needy individuals receive shelter in a worsening budgetary climate.
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The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
first-rate, committed, smart and selfless. They stretch limited resourced to make sure that clients receive the full benefit of every dollar contributed to the organization.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every six months
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
I am a long-time supporter and former board member of Abode Services and Allied Housing, and was chair of the Fund Development Committee. I worked especially hard on the Journey Home Breakfast using the "Raising More Money" model. I think the property tours and the timely following up with potential donors is imperative for this model to be successful.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
The working together between the board and staff. This 'teamwork' is refreshing and essential.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every month
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
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