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Micah House Celebrates 20 Years Of Helping Women in Transition
Temple Micah will celebrate one of its greatest success stories Oct. 16 and 18 when it marks the 20th anniversary of Micah House.
The home for women in transition from homelessness and addiction was started by members in 1989 as part of a citywide effort to involve religious communities in helping the city's homeless. Micah House is one of the few housing programs begun then that is still operating and serving the homeless.
At Kabbalat Shabbat services Oct. 16, a graduate of Micah House will talk about her experiences and about what the house represents to all its residents. In addition, all Micah House graduates and former board members who are able to attend will be honored at the service.
The annual miniwalk sponsored by Fannie Mae will take place two days later, on Sunday, Oct.18. The Temple Micah religious school, Machon Micah, will again spearhead this fundraising activity to benefit Micah House.
Temple members, friends and neighbors can contribute to Micah House by participating in a gentle one-mile walk, followed by cookies, juice and fellowship. The entry fee--$25 for adults, $15 for youth--is returned to Micah House.
In addition, Fannie Mae provides bonuses for specified number of walkers. Last year, Micah House earned a bonus of $10,000. This year, Micah House is hoping to get 300 walkers from Temple Micah and a $15,000 bonus from Fannie Mae, said Micah House board president Ed Lazere.
"We need everyone to come out and participate in this fun and worthwhile event," Lazere said. Details for registering can be found on the temple Web site. People who register in advance will receive a 2009 Help-the-Homeless T-shirt on the day of the walk.
[By Genie Grohman; from October 2009 Vine]
Kabbalat Shabbat