I have been on the Board for many years and am honored to serve our "Kids" (Those with special needs). I also lead other Philanthropic fund raising committees but we are limited having so many to support. We are in the process of our Strategic Planning to provide more employment in a location that supportive but limited. The project has been running for 15 years and I would like to see it double in the next 5 years.
I have my Masters in Organizational Development and have a Sister in Law that works at the Junction of HOPE. I see how the Board and Community rallies around this cause and supports this Nonprofit Restaurant with love. The Mission of creating jobs and training special needs adults on the job is a needed role in our society. I have the honor of supporting and participating in this worthy cause.
My Mother in Law works at the Junction of Hope as a Job Coach. I have another job, but enjoy working with the Special Needs Adults so much it is worth it for me to work both. It is very challenging but fulfilling. I am glad that society has the opportunity to see them as valuable and they can lead fulfilling lives. Thank you Junction of Hope for making a way that they can be employed. I HOPE you can get the help you need!
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I am grateful for the Vision placed on the heart of Linda Diem, The Founder. My sister lost someone very close to her. With Autism relationships are hard, and losing one is even harder. She ran and ended up homeless. I was able to find her and take car of her needs, but Junction of Hope gave her PURPOSE. She now has a reason for living and self esteem when she feels she is a contribution to this world through her employment. Junction of Hope employs those with Special Needs and the Disabled. They are a Nonprofit Restaurant that has provided employment for 15 years. I know their heart is to create more jobs, but they are limited by funds to create new endeavors in order to do this. I would encourage you to give to this worthy cause. I can tell you first hand, it DOES GIVE HOPE!