West Burlington Athletic Booster Club

The Burlington Area Homeless Shelter is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located in Burlington, IA. Supported by local donations and the local United Way, the shelter provides temporary housing and support services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness. With a capacity of 10 people in five bedrooms, the shelter offers a safe and welcoming environment, helping residents secure employment, establish a budget, access healthcare, and connect with community resources to ultimately transition into permanent housing. Committed to ending homelessness in Burlington, the shelter's dedicated staff and board of directors work tirelessly to provide emotional support, meals, clothing, and toiletries to residents. Through partnerships and individualized assistance, the shelter aims to empower individuals and families, helping them regain their dignity and become self-supporting members of the community. Donations from the community play a vital role in supporting this important work.Generated from the website

Goodwill of the Heartland, located in Mount Pleasant, IA, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities and other barriers to independence through job training and placement services. By operating retail stores that fund these programs, Goodwill provides opportunities for individuals to realize their full potential and succeed in life. Through the power of donated goods, Goodwill of the Heartland offers job training, certification, and placement services to support the community. The impact of their mission is evident in the thousands of individuals who have been helped to earn a living, with over 50,000 employment services provided and an average hourly wage rate of $16.84 at placement. Goodwill of the Heartland is committed to changing lives by providing access to job training and placement services. Success stories like Heather, Brilynn, Derek, Graci, Victoria, Darius, Paul, and Tyler showcase the transformative effects of participating in programs like YouthBuild AmeriCorps and Work Experience, highlighting the organization's dedication to making a difference in the lives of those they serve. Generated from the website content