Shalom House Launches Adopt-A-Room Program to Support Women and Children in Need

Harrisburg, PA – Shalom House, an emergency shelter for women and children facing homelessness, is proud to announce the launch of its new Adopt-A-Room program, designed to directly impact the lives of its residents by providing a welcoming, safe, and comfortable living environment during their most challenging times. The program was officially introduced at the Shalom House Open House event on August 24, 2024, and has already seen its first room sponsored by a generous private individual.

The Adopt-A-Room program offers individuals, organizations, and corporate sponsors a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference by sponsoring one of Shalom House’s 10 resident rooms or a common area. Sponsorship ensures that each space is well-maintained, creating a nurturing environment where women and children can focus on overcoming the barriers they face and working toward self-sufficiency.

Sponsorship Opportunities:

  • Single Room (One Bed): $5,000/year
    Room Options: "Precious" (Pink) (SPONSORED) | "Worthy" (Orange)

  • Family Suite (Four Beds): $10,000/year
    Room Options: "Unique" (Purple) | "Special" (Blue) | "Forgiven" (Green) | "Chosen" (Yellow) | "Powerful" (Black)

  • Other Spaces: $10,000/year
    Options: Kitchen/Pantry | Family Room | Dining Room

 

Sponsor Benefits:

  • Prominent Signage: Recognition outside the sponsored room or common area.

  • Social Media Spotlights: Featured on Shalom House’s Facebook and Instagram platforms.

  • Website Recognition: Listed as an Adopt-A-Room Sponsor on the Shalom House website.

  • Newsletter Inclusion: Mentioned in the "Welcome Home" quarterly newsletter.

Shalom House serves women and children by meeting their basic needs, including providing a bed, three meals a day, clothing, hygiene supplies, and access to essential amenities. Case management services and additional resources are available to help families achieve self-sufficiency and break the cycle of homelessness.

With an average occupancy rate of 95%, the rooms and common areas at Shalom House experience significant wear and tear. The Adopt-A-Room program will help ensure that these spaces remain in excellent condition, providing fresh linens, updated furniture, essential appliances, and a caring atmosphere for residents.

“We are thrilled to launch the Adopt-A-Room program as a way for the community to support the important work we do at Shalom House,” said Tymia Green, Executive Director at Shalom House. “This program not only helps maintain the physical spaces where our residents live but also allows sponsors to become a vital part of the journey our residents take toward stability and independence.”

For more information about the Adopt-A-Room program or to learn how you can get involved, please contact Tymia Green at tgreen@shalomhouse.net or call 717.920.4906.

About Shalom House:
Shalom House is a non-denominational emergency shelter in Harrisburg, PA, dedicated to providing a judgment-free environment for women and children facing homelessness. The shelter offers necessities, case management, and resources to empower women to achieve self-sufficiency and break the cycle of homelessness.

Media Contact:
Tymia Q. Green, MBA
Executive Director, Shalom House

Email: mailto:tgreen@shalomhouse.net
Phone: 717.920.4906