For I know the plans I have for you... to give you hope and a future. - Jer 29:11
2024 was our most impactful year yet—thanks to YOUR partnership, we served more families and transformed more lives than ever before!
Dear Friend, As I write this, my heart overflows with gratitude and determination. Gratitude for all you made possible in 2024—a transformative year for Door of Hope. Thanks to your generosity, we served more families than ever and broke ground on our fifth shelter. These incredible milestones reflect the power of your unwavering support. Yet, my heart also feels the weight of the challenges we face together. Family homelessness has risen by 26% in just two years, with a staggering 46% increase in Pasadena alone. And now, the Eaton Fire has added to this crisis, leaving many of our neighbors without homes and deepening the need in our community. This tragedy struck close to home for me, as I, too, lost my house in the fire. As someone leading a homeless services organization, it is surreal to face the same challenges as those we serve. Yet amidst this personal loss, I feel a profound sense of hope and urgency. The resilience and compassion of our community remind me that together, we can overcome even the toughest challenges. In response to the fire, we’ve launched the Eaton Fire Housing Assistance Program to extend relief and hope to those most affected (see back cover for more details). With our expertise and dedication, we are uniquely positioned to ramp up services and provide shelter and stability to those in need. None of this would be possible without your support. Even in the face of rising needs, there is so much to be hopeful about. Thank you for standing with us and, in the spirit of Jeremiah 29:11, for helping bring the promise of hope of a brighter future to families in need. With heartfelt gratitude,
PREVENTED homelessness for 209 families
ENDED homelessness for 73 families
SUSTAINED housing for
341 families through our Alumni Support Program!
SERVED 11% more families than in 2023— a record-breaking year for Door of Hope!
Rev. Megan Katerjian, Chief Executive Officer
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