The Christmas season is often filled with joy, generosity, and celebration, but for families experiencing homelessness, it can also be a time marked by uncertainty and fear. At Becky’s Place, a Lawrence County shelter serving women and children, staff and volunteers work year-round to provide safety and stability, and during the holidays, they make it a priority to ensure no family feels forgotten.
That mission is made possible through community support. Donations to Becky’s Place help provide not only shelter and meals, but also critical resources that allow families to move toward long-term independence. During the holidays, contributions also help create meaningful Christmas moments for residents — moments that can have a lasting emotional impact.
One such moment came when a mother and her 6-year-old son were staying at the shelter during Christmas. As the child opened his gifts, he looked up at his mother and whispered, “Santa didn’t forget me this year.”
According to Becky’s Place staff, stories like this are possible only because of the generosity of donors. Financial contributions directly support both immediate needs and long-term outcomes, helping women and children rebuild their lives with dignity and hope.
Below is a breakdown of how different donation levels directly impact families served by Becky’s Place:
How Your Donation Makes a Difference at Becky’s Place
| Donation Amount | What It Provides |
|---|---|
| $50 | Supplies work shoes and appropriate attire for residents starting new jobs |
| $150 | Outfits two children with essential clothing such as pants, socks, and undergarments |
| $200 | Helps a Becky’s Place resident work toward earning a GED and securing stable employment |
| $500 | Covers transportation costs, housing application fees, background checks, Social Security cards, and identification documents for a family |
| $1,000 | Provides substantial assistance toward a security deposit and rent for a woman and her children |
Staff at Becky’s Place emphasize that every contribution, whether one-time or recurring, plays a role in creating safer, more stable futures for families in crisis. Donations help ensure that residents have not only a roof over their heads, but also access to opportunity, independence, and hope.
Those interested in supporting Becky’s Place this Christmas are encouraged to give generously and help ensure that every family served feels remembered, valued, and supported during the holiday season. You can make a donation at this link.
