A great non-profit organization that helps so very many and has worked tirelessly for 25 years to save babies. Truly a real family resource center that doesnt fluff their numbers or just provide lip service to their mission statement. I appreciste knowing my donations go to actually help the people they're intended for.
I arrived at Chicks in Crisis in need of some clothes for my daughter and they did more than what I was expecting! They were so kind and loving and wanted nothing but for me to be comfortable! They let me choose anything I needed to succeed in my life and my family! They supported me when I felt my lowest and they showed nothing but love despite my situation and not once did they judge me! They are the type of people I will always return to in times of need because their mission is to not only give people what they need materialistically but they are also there to give there undivided care, love and support mentally and emotionally.
I first began receiving assistance through Chicks in Crisis in January of 2020 - I was welcomed with open arms and was never questioned or judged by my living and financial circumstances at the time. I remember going home after my very first visit with a trunk full of basic needs and some surprise gifts - diapers, wipes, formula, bags of used clothing, small used toys, books, and hygiene equipment - in quantities that I would have never imagined being able to acquire on my own at that time. In addition to the support with basic needs, staff would regularly check in with me by phone in between appointments to ensure my own physical and mental safety and well-being and offered referrals to additional government services that allowed me to continue to support my family.
Receiving the level of support that I did as a struggling first-time mom and low-income student, especially once COVID-19 hit, allowed me to continue pursuing my education and enter into my first career as a science teacher without quitting school or further delaying my path to a teaching credential. I was no longer forced to choose between groceries versus purchasing diapers or which credit card had the least amount of debt when my WIC/SNAP benefits were used up for the month. I was able to comfortably dress my son in appropriate size clothing rather than squeezing him into clothing that was too small because I could not afford to buy a new set of clothes for him and do laundry multiple times a day. I was also able to give my son birthday and holiday gifts and utilize safety equipment through donors of Chicks in Crisis. I was also relieved of the burden of having to spend money on my own hygiene needs (in addition to my child’s needs) through the generous help of Chicks in Crisis providing basic hygiene needs for moms and dads as well as their children. Additionally, I was able to pursue my dream of receiving a Master’s degree while supporting my son as I was gradually able to support my family financially on my own, and the support staff graciously celebrated my accomplishments. Most importantly, my son was able to grow healthy and happy with two healthy parents under one roof.
Staff is very rude and bias to men would not recommend to any one male or female. Does not follow CDC guidelines for coronavirus.
This is by far the best non profit I have ever worked with and been blessed by. My husband and I adopted two precious boys through Chicks In Crisis and had a wonderful experience doing so.
The founder, Inez Whitlow, works hard every day to enrich the lives of Chicks In Crisis in the Sacramento area. Her passion is "a home for every child" and her dedication to birth mothers is unprecedented in our community.
Inez' services range from feeding and clothing the homeless, to parenting classes, and bringing families together through open adoption. This is truly a lifesaving non profit that is changing lives for the better.