Citizens Concerned for the Homeless, Inc.

08/21/2026

This training course teaches you everything you need to know to prevent foodborne illness while you’re at work. So, once you have your certificate, you can use it to show current or perspective employers that you understand food safety best practices!

If you haven’t explored all the amazing FREE classes and services offered at Grace Learning Center, you’re missing out! Head over to our webpage at www.cch-mc.org and check them out.

Good news / bad news time!

The bad news: This month’s ServSafe Food Handler class is officially full.

The good news: Next month’s class is wide open and ready for you! Join us on September 18th, 9:00am–3:00pm, so there's plenty of time to grab your spot and get certified!

And while you’re at it…
If you haven’t explored all the amazing FREE classes and services offered at Grace Learning Center, you’re missing out! Head over to our webpage at www.cch-mc.org and check us out. There’s truly something for everyone!

08/21/2026

Passing of the torch. Jim Musial's retirement from CCH and the introduction of his successor executive director, Toni Mandeville. https://www.facebook.com/WIMSRADIO/videos/2559611101220817

08/19/2026

08/17/2026

Please support United Way of LaPorte County to help those in need of food as a result of last week's devastating storm! Just follow the link to help. Thanks!

United is the way iN LA PORTE COUNTY Your local United Way of La Porte County mobilizes the caring power of our community to find strength and share hope. It’s the way we rally in hard times to create pathways to success for local youth and build bridges to financial stability for adults and famil...

08/04/2026

June 2026 saw the end of a three-year relationship CCH enjoyed with the Indiana Department of Health, which funded CCH's Mobile Food Distribution Events, the Feeding America Program and nutrition education. Always moving forward, we turned to community funders to help us continue to offer this critical need of food, drastically impacted by the cutting of SNAP benefits and food affordability. We wish to thank IDOH for three great years, and to thank United Way of La Porte County and Health Foundation of La Porte for generously funding our programs for the benefit of our community and our county. With the launch of new funding and our first successful event in Michigan City in July, please see the attached Save The Date calendar for August, September and October. More than three thousand six hundred families benefited from CCH's Food Rescue Initiative program in the last twelve months, and we look forward to another great year. COMMUNITY, COMPASSION AND SERVICE.

07/30/2026

Look what's cooking this afternoon at Grace Learning Center! 😋

Chef Angie's Red Pepper Hummus Pinwheels are not only gorgeous — they’re packed with flavor and perfect for anyone wanting healthier, plant‑based options.

🌿✨ Join Chef Angie today at Grace Learning Center! ✨🌿

Get ready to roll up some plant-powered goodness in our Plant-Based Cooking Class, featuring Red Pepper Hummus Pinwheels — a colorful, flavor-packed recipe that’s as beautiful as it is nutritious.

Chef Angie will guide you step-by-step through creating these vibrant pinwheels filled with roasted red pepper hummus, crisp veggies, and fresh herbs. It’s a perfect snack or party dish that proves healthy eating can be both simple and satisfying.

🕓 Class starts at 4:00 PM
📍 Grace Learning Center

Come for the cooking, stay for the connection — and leave inspired to bring more plant-based joy to your table!

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* ALL classes and services at Grace Learning Center are FREE and open to the community!

07/18/2026

Change is the only constant in life!

Stepping into this new chapter is both an extraordinary honor and a profoundly moving moment in my life. I'm humbled to have been selected as the new Executive Director of Citizens Concerned for the Homeless. This mission has shaped my heart and guided my professional journey for many years, and accepting this role is something I carry with deep gratitude and a sincere sense of responsibility. I'd never have believed that my journey would bring me to this point, and finding myself here today is a beautiful reminder of how far we can grow with support and encouragement from others, no matter our past mistakes or wrongs.

As I assume this role, my thoughts turn to the remarkable leadership of Jim Musial. His retirement marks the closure of an exceptional era. For 14 years, Jim has led this organization and its team with unwavering integrity, steadfast compassion, and a profound belief in the inherent dignity of every person we serve. He's built programs that transform lives, established and strengthened partnerships that uplift our community, and cultivated a culture grounded in respect, hope, and humanity.

For me, Jim’s departure isn't just a professional transition — it's deeply personal. Jim's been both a friend and a mentor to me for many years. I wouldn't be the person I am today, nor would my career be where it is, without his guidance, encouragement, and unwavering belief in me. When I couldn’t see my own potential, his faith in me pushed me toward opportunities I'd have never dared to pursue otherwise. That kind of support leaves an enduring imprint on one’s life and shapes the way one chooses to lead. As a result of Jim’s profound influence on my life, I'm committed to providing others with the same support and guidance he offered me, and I'm determined to lead my team in a way that upholds and honors his example. The impact he's had on my life is something I'll carry in my heart for the rest of my days.

As I begin this new chapter of my story, I'm deeply honored to continue working alongside Tammy Rosebaum and Nicole Mitchell as we each embrace our new roles and responsibilities. These remarkable women bring strength, wisdom, and genuine heart to everything they do. I respect them deeply and am grateful to have them on my team. I hold great confidence that, together, we'll continue to grow CCH, expand our impact, and carry this mission forward with unity, purpose, and unwavering dedication.

Looking ahead, I'm committed to forging new community relationships and strengthening those we already cherish. Equally important, I hope to mend any relationships that may have been wounded in the past. I'm deeply aware that none of the work CCH accomplishes — none of the hope we offer, none of the lives we touch — would be possible without the dedicated support of our community members and partners. Our mission thrives because of collaboration, trust, and shared purpose.

We're all in this together, and together, we'll continue to build hope, dignity, and possibility for every person who turns to CCH.

With humble gratitude,
Toni Mandeville

07/09/2026

Thank you to Hitachi Global Air Power US (Sullair) for another generous and meaningful donation to Citizens Concerned for the Homeless,. We are especially grateful to Kelly Molchan, who has coordinated several donation drives for CCH and yesterday, delivered 15 Lenovo ThinkPads for our participants.
At Grace Learning Center, we encourage class attendance and active participation by offering raffle tickets for each class attended. At the end of each month, one participant is selected to receive a prize that supports their continued learning, employment goals, and ability to stay connected.
These donated ThinkPads will be included as future raffle prizes, providing a valuable resource for participants as they work toward personal and professional growth. Thank you, Kelly Molchan and HGAP, for your continued support and commitment to our community.

07/07/2026

Grace Learning Center-What a remarkable difference 13 years can make. Each year, we expand our offerings with new classes designed to address the barriers that stand in the way of personal growth and long‑term self‑sufficiency—for our participants and for the broader community.
Our classes are available in multiple formats to meet diverse needs: recorded sessions on our website at www.cch-mc.org, live‑streamed options, and in‑person learning opportunities. We invite you to explore everything Grace Learning Center has to offer.

07/06/2026

I will miss the daily miracles. I am so very proud of CCH, its programs and the courageous men and women participants that stand tall, face and eliminate their barriers and return to sustainable self-sufficiency! Congratulations, LJ.