The Elizabeth Gregory Home in Seattle is for women who are in serious transition in their life. Many of these women have been homeless or close to it before entering this program. This special house offers housing and programs for 2 years, helping women to get back on their feet again.

Unfortunately, it was running into financial problems of their own, falling $30,000 short needed in order to operate. This would spell disaster for up to 8 women who would be asked to leave, due to this shortfall. They were in serious need of some positive news.

The story ran in The Seattle Times and unleashed a wave of generosity. One resident who chose to remain anonymous, donated $30,000. She recalled times in her life being a paycheck away from the street and felt that now, it was her time to give back. But it didn’t stop there. The checks kept pouring in: one for $30,000, another for $10,000, $1,000, 500 - to reach a grand total of $130,000!

Executive director, Kimberly Jackson, has this to say:

“The response has just been overwhelming, beyond anything I could have foreseen or imagined. To say that we’re appreciative doesn’t even begin to describe the thankfulness we feel or the joy the women expressed when they were told they could stay in their home.”

And as one donor put it:

“I looked around my family room and my own yard — reminding me of my many comforts and blessings. Every bird deserves a safe, clean nest.”