August05
AmericInn Donates More Than 60,000 Bath Amenities to Dorothy Day Center and Sharing and Caring Hands
by AmericInnDuring a down economy, there is an increase in poverty, a lack of food and homelessness, meanwhile charities are experiencing a decrease in donations. AmericInn is taking notice and donating more than 60,000 bath amenities to the Twin Cities’ Dorothy Day Center and Sharing and Caring Hands. Both charities focus on helping homeless and near-homeless individuals by offering food, shelter, showers and clothing free of cost.
Over the past year, Sharing and Caring Hands based in downtown Minneapolis has provided more than 10,000 showers, 2,800 beds and 240,000 meals to Twin Cities citizens who have no other access to bathing facilities, shelter and food. Mary Jo Copeland, founder of the Sharing and Caring Hands says, “For 25 years we have been helping the poor, relying completely on volunteers and donations. So often basic hygiene is the first sacrifice when you’re trying to save money. Our guests are always welcome to shower and have a clean place to eat and sleep.”
AmericInn staff with Mary Jo Copeland, founder of Sharing and Caring Hands