Resolving and preventing homelessness in our community. Housing Opportunities provides housing for the homeless and coaches sustainable lifestyles.
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The need for affordable housing is as great as it’s ever been. We are on a mission to resolve and prevent homelessness among our community’s families long term. Will you join us?
Help our neighbors plant roots by donating today at hoi.help.
Your gift is tax-deductible, and you can double your impact! The first $10,500 given will be matched by a group of generous donors.
This , join the worldwide celebration of generosity. Double your impact when you give to Housing Opportunities! The first $10,500 given will be matched by a group of generous donors.
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Resolving and preventing homelessness through emergency housing, affordable rentals, and coaching clients on the road to self-sufficiency.
In celebration of Thanksgiving, the Housing Opportunities office will be closed this Thursday and Friday. The Resource Center will also be closed on Thursday and Friday, but will be open this weekend with hours of 10 am to 2 pm this Saturday and Sunday.
We wish you all a joyous Thanksgiving with your friends and family!
You know the feeling of relief and security when your head hits the pillow at night? Now imagine you’re one of the 129 households in our community who have no pillow, no bed, no safe place to sleep. This winter, help children, adults, and seniors in our community plant roots and flourish.
Give today at hoi.help or on Facebook at bit.ly/3EubEN2.
Resolving and preventing homelessness through emergency housing, affordable rentals, and coaching clients on the road to self-sufficiency.
Thank you to this group of young men from Calvary Students - Valparaiso, Calvary Church that helped in the Resource Center over the weekend! Your commitment to serve our neighbors in need with your time and talents is greatly appreciated!
Our hearts and condolences are with the Bodensteiner family as we grieve the loss of Pat. Pat Bodensteiner was a true champion for the clients and tenants we serve and was Housing Opportunities’ very first volunteer. She advocated passionately for our mission for many years while on the board of directors and chairing numerous committees.
Thank you, Pat, for showing our neighbors in need such love, care, and commitment.
Thank you to Avi for choosing Housing Opportunities as your service project to help get art supplies in the hands of our kids in our programs. This is an amazing treat. Thank you for sharing your love of art with us!
“Housing advocates help clients with their job searches, resume building, and job applications. We also try to connect clients with agencies that specialize in job searches such as WorkOne Northwest Indiana or local staffing agencies. Workone comes out to our resource center a couple times a month to meet with clients and help them work on their employment goals. We also like to post up job flyers in our resource center.”
- Abby, Director of Homeless Resources
Thank you to Women United of United Way Northwest Indiana and Ella Jayms for stopping by to paint a shelter unit last week! Your efforts to help update the shelter are greatly appreciated and will do so much for our clients.
Thank you to these amazing Purdue Northwest nursing students for volunteering their time and talents to help paint shelter units. It is through the generosity of people’s time that we can continue to ensure a safe place for people to live while they work on a path to stable housing.
Thank you to these amazing Purdue Northwest nursing students for volunteering their time and talents to help paint shelter units. It is through the generosity of people’s time that we can continue to ensure a safe place for people to live while they work on a path to stable housing.
Porter County Community Foundation board members Jeff Lewis and John Walsh present CEO Jordan Stanfill with a check of financial support. It’s through grants we receive that allow us to help our neighbors in need the most. Thank you to the Porter County Community Foundation for this incredible gift of support.
The Housing Opportunities’ shelter is in need of twin sized bed sheets. Will you help provide a place to sleep for our neighbors in need?
Shop online at hoi.help/pantry or drop off twin bed sheets in our lobby at 2001 Calumet Ave. Valparaiso. Thank you for your support!
"We have been supporters of Housing Opportunities since the housing crisis of 2008 when so many people lost their homes due to financial upheaval. We believe everyone should have access to basic needs including housing, food, and clothing. When so many people lost jobs, they also lost their homes and had no place to go. We knew that HO was equipped to screen and direct resources to assist with these needs and extend a helping hand to get people back on their feet.
We started supporting HO by bidding on auction items online and by donating to their silent auctions held in conjunction with their fundraising events. When sheets and pillowcases were needed for their apartments, we spearheaded a drive to collect sheets, pillowcases, and funds by coordinating a “Give a Sheet” drive through Christ Lutheran Church, our place of worship. We applied for and received a Thrivent grant to purchase food items and other essentials for HO’s pantry. We also support HO financially through annual financial donations.
No one should ever have to wonder where they will lay their head at night, where the next meal will come from, or how they will provide for their family. What we do to support HO is just a “drop in the bucket” to what is needed, but together we can fill the bucket!"
Thank you to the Northwest Health Billing Office for collecting these amazing items for our food pantry. Because of your generosity we will be able to fill many of the food gaps our clients face. And a HUGE thank you to our volunteer, Barbie, who goes above and beyond to ensure our pantry shelves stay stocked!
Thank you to Coldwell Banker Realty - Central West for championing our mission. We are so appreciative of the agents that generously give to support our efforts of resolving and preventing homelessness!
A big thank you to everyone who donated to support affordable housing during the La Porte County Gives event! You are doing so much to help give hope to those struggling with homelessness and its effects in our community.
Miss the fundraiser? Donate today at hoi.help.
“Housing Opportunities works passionately to create affordable housing because we’ve seen the results firsthand. We can help a person who is coming from a homeless situation and give them a home to get back on their feet. Oftentimes, people not only survive but thrive. One family came into our housing some time back. A parent was able to find employment, save some money and become a homeowner. All we did was provide a place for her family to live, but that was the security she needed to accomplish what she had always wanted- stable housing, a place to call home for her and her family.” —Debbie, Senior Property Manager at Housing Opportunities
Will you help families in our community struggling with homelessness and its effects? Donate today at hoi.help.
“Over the last two years, rents have skyrocketed. People can’t afford over $1000 rent for a two-bedroom apartment when working for minimum wage. If you have your hours cut, get sick, or miss work, you could lose your job. So many in our community are one paycheck away from becoming homeless. Housing Opportunities, with the help of our funders and donors, can create affordable housing and provide stability for our neighbors in need so that they can take a breath and figure out their next move. Taking that next step is much more difficult if they are worried about where they’re going to sleep at night or whether they can afford to feed their children. That’s why we are passionate about what we do.” — Debbie, Senior Property Manager at Housing Opportunities
Interested in helping create affordable housing for our neighbors in need? Donate today at hoi.help.
This Friday, help provide access to affordable housing and resources for our neighbors in need by supporting Housing Opportunities during the La Porte County Gives 30-hour fundraising event.
Online giving begins at 2pm on Sept. 30 and ends promptly at 8pm on Oct. 1. Offline donations are being accepted at the Unity Foundation of La Porte County office until noon on Sept 29.
Donate on Sept. 30 at laportecountygives.net/organizations/housing-opportunities.
I’m ready to support Housing Opportunities on September 30, 2022 during La Porte County Gives. Learn more about Housing Opportunities and all the other organizations participating in .
Thank you to Greater Portage Chamber of Commerce for naming Housing Opportunities your Member of the Month!
Check out the video to see the latest update on our affordable housing project in Portage. bit.ly/3Ru2y87
The Housing Opportunities office will be closed Monday Sept. 5th in observance of Labor Day. The Resource Center will be open normal hours of 10am -2pm on Saturday and Sunday, but will be closed on Monday Sept. 5th for Labor Day.
As all of you know, Housing Opportunities' mission to resolve and prevent homelessness in our community is an effort sustained by our donors. Today, we'd like to show our appreciation for two of those generous people, Mike and Nancy.
Mike and Nancy have been faithful donors to HO for over 12 years. Their dedication and love is rooted in a personal story. Their child had a car accident in the late 90s that was nearly fatal. Their child had a long road to recovery — and also had a support network which included family, friends, and social services to lean on.
Mike and Nancy realized that without every part of that support network, their child would have been homeless. Empathizing with our neighbors in need, Mike and Nancy have continually renewed their commitment to help those who don't have the support of a family or the same access to resources as their child did.
When we asked why they choose to support HO, Mike replied, "The work you do is so important and valuable. We feel blessed to be able to support Housing Opportunities. Every one of us has had, or will have, times when we need others to help us weather a storm and you offer a hand up when the winds of life have blown a person down.”
Thank you, Mike and Nancy, for your dedication to helping resolve and prevent homelessness in our community!
Thank you to the Ivy Tech Valpo nursing students for holding this incredible food pantry drive for us. Because of your donations, our pantry has been fully stocked and we are so grateful for the support!
At our board of directors meeting on August 24th, we recognized outgoing board chair Jim Starin for his service and invaluable leadership at Housing Opportunities. Thank you, Jim, for believing in and supporting our mission!
Our food pantry is looking a bit bare and could use your help! Will you help stock the pantry with essentials that our clients need? Check out our list of top 10 most needed items and donate today to help our clients’ families.
1. Laundry Detergent
2. Microwave Meals
3. Instant Oatmeal
4. Ramen Noodles
5. Paper Towels
6. Toilet Paper
7. Dish Soap
8. Canned Ravioli/Pasta
9. Deodorant
10. Disposable Razors
Shop online at hoi.help/pantry or drop off items in our lobby at 2001 Calumet Ave. Valparaiso. Thank you for your support!
Day of Caring 2022 was a huge success! These amazing champions helped stock our food pantry and created cleaning kits for our shelter clients and families to ensure a healthy, clean home. When a community comes together to resolve homelessness where we live, everyone truly benefits. Thank you Shannon Hough of St. Mary's Medical Center (Community Healthcare System) and Michael Ricke of Buckeye Partners, Crown Point and his lovely wife Kathy Ricke - program manager for Women United.
Thank you to Pastor Nate Loucks and State Street Community Church for the amazing opportunity to share information about affordable housing in our community with a Discussion Over Dinner. Our CEO, Jordan Stanfill and Street Outreach Coordinator Ed Seal were guests on the panel, providing insight and information about our communities needs in affordable housing. See the entire discussion here > bit.ly/3zNCEVj
Thank you to Travis Waters with Union Home Mortgage (Travis Waters - NMLS# 150593) for the amazing back to school supplies we were able to share with our clients. This generous donation will ensure the kids in our programs are set up for success as they kick off the new school year!
Last week, Housing Opportunities CEO Jordan Stanfill joined other board members of Northwest Indiana Community Action to lend a hand at the Food Bank of Northwest Indiana.
Thank you to everyone who helped!
Thanks to all who stopped by at the Valparaiso Farmers Market last Saturday to learn more about Housing Opportunities' programs and our work to resolve and prevent homelessness!
Need resources for affordable rentals? Stop by the Housing Opportunities office at 2001 Calumet Ave., Valparaiso to pick up an application today. Please return completed applications with proof of income, a photo ID, and $30 for processing. bit.ly/3Jw1Ow3
Our incredible board member Wes Barnes spoke about his time in the Marines at the Porter County Fair this week. Thank you for your service Wes and for continuing to serve your community and our neighbors in need! bit.ly/3zDMHNF
Wes Barnes, who led a U.S. Marine Corps, mobile assault platoon in Afghanistan, told a Porter County Fair crowd of his experiences there and training to become an officer.
Last week Director of Development Lisa Franko attended the regional meeting with Prosperity Indiana, where they gathered with Habitat for Humanity of Northwest Indiana, Northwest Indiana Community Action, and other organizations. Thank you all for the opportunity to discuss and advocate for affordable housing in our region.
Meet our new Director of Facilities, Jeff Johnston! Jeff has spent his career in the nonprofit sector, helping provide housing and support for people with developmental disabilities. He comes to Housing Opportunities from Mosaic in northern Indiana where he was the Executive Director for five years. When Jeff isn’t working, he enjoys spending time with his family, traveling, and playing golf. Welcome to the Housing Opportunities team!
Come visit us at the Valparaiso Market on July 30! Stop by our booth at Central Park Plaza to chat about the ongoing need for affordable housing and how to serve our neighbors in need.
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If you have a garden full of fresh produce, would you consider donating some fresh fruits and vegetables to those in need? Our clients will be grateful for your kindness. Please contact Lisa Franko at [email protected] to make delivery arrangements.
2001 Calumet Avenue
Valparaiso, IN
46383
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We're pleased to announce the completion of our very first affordable housing project in La Porte! Check out this fully renovated property that will benefit neighbors in need and the entire community. 🧡 #affordablehousing #endhomelessness #nwi #localnonprofit
We're pleased to announce the start of construction on Prominence Commons, which will add new affordable homes and a community center to the Portage neighborhood. #affordablehousing #northwestindiana #nwi
Our pantry urgently needs shampoo! Will you help? Donate directly at hoi.help/pantry or drop off donations in our lobby at 2001 Calumet Ave. in Valparaiso. #foodpantry #localnonprofit #endhomelessness
"Every donation—every dollar—will impact a person's life." Krista talks about the incredible impact that affordable housing makes in our community, especially for the 193 households missing safe, secure homes this winter. Will you help those families sleep in peace? Give now at facebook.com/donate/4446335412088669.
We're thrilled to announce the launch of our newest affordable housing project, Prominence Commons. Many, many thanks to our amazing community partners: Portage Indiana Government Page, Portage Township YMCA, Portage Resale Shop Ministries, CORE, Shive-Hattery, Centier Bank, and Indiana Housing & Community Development Authority. #communitynonprofit #affordablehousing
Jordan highlights the uncertainty of what our community will face in the next year in this video. Will you help provide peace and security — not just for those who need Housing Opportunities' services today, but for those who will need them tomorrow? facebook.com/donate/4446335412088669
193 households in our community are missing safe, secure homes. This winter, help them sleep in peace. Give today at facebook.com/donate/4446335412088669. #endhomelessness #affordablehousing #communitynonprofit
Will you help us provide clients with shampoo, conditioner, and deodorant? You can drop off donations in our vestibule or shop online with one click at hoi.help/pantry. #foodpantry #communitynonprofit
We're proud to announce the completed renovation of a new affordable rental property in Valparaiso. Thanks to the generous care and support of donors like you, this newly remodeled property benefits our entire community. #communitynonprofit #endhomelessness #affordablehousing
Will you help stock the food pantry? Our clients need pasta sides, single-serve crackers, cup noodles, and granola bars. Order online at hoi.help/pantry or drop off donations in our vestibule at 2001 Calumet Ave.
Cup noodles are going fast in the Food Pantry and Resource Center! Will you help us restock? Shop online with one click at https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B089MCXDBL/?ref_=smi_cl_ls_ldp_dp or drop off items at 2001 Calumet Ave!
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