06 Nov Rebuilt by the King
This piece is guest by Charlene Moutray, former guest at Wheeler's Center for Women & Children, and current Team Lead Processor at the Wheeler Mission Distribution Center. Isaiah 43:2 says...
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02 Oct Preparing for Winter Contingency in Indianapolis
While autumn may have just arrived, cold weather isn’t too far behind. With temperatures about to dip, our team at Wheeler Mission is already preparing for our busiest season. Enter Winter Contingency. Did you know that Indianapolis has no municipally run shelter? That means that for thousands...
21 Aug “Back to School” for homeless children – Part 2
Last week, I shared how homelessness significantly disrupts a child’s education. If you missed it, you can read the blog here. So…how do we work to mend the tragedy of a broken education? Wheeler’s Center for Women & Children (CWC) The average family stays at the CWC for...
14 Aug “Back to School” for homeless children – Part 1
Imagine a 12-year old girl named Anne. Anne’s family has been homeless for over a year. In this season, they’ve moved numerous times from family member to family member, shelter to shelter. She’s changed schools at least three times. The moves have been unexpected and rapid;...
14 Aug Because of YOU…we’re more than halfway there!
A note from Allison Melangton: Dear friend, I’m thrilled, humbled, and overjoyed to share that last week, we officially announced that--while we still have more funds to raise--we hope to break ground soon and begin expansion! Earlier this summer, Lilly Endowment generously granted Wheeler Mission $3 million for...
09 Aug Because of YOU…we’re more than halfway there!
I have some incredible news to share with you! Last year, Wheeler Mission launched a $12 million capital campaign to expand our Center for Women & Children in Indianapolis. This past Wednesday, we officially announced that—while we still have more funds to raise—we hope to break...
01 Aug Because of YOU…our neighbors will have relief from the heat!
A note from Allison Melangton. Dear friend, Summer is rapidly coming to an end—and what a HOT summer it's been! It seems I can’t turn on the news without catching coverage of the relentless heat. Story after story shows images of our homeless neighbors downtown, and that breaks...
24 Jul An Unexpected Blessing
This piece is authored by Michele, a volunteer who has served meals, watched children at the CWC, helped in the Donation Center, and tutored. An unforgettable experience. Although I have volunteered in different capacities for several years at Wheeler’s Center for Women & Children, my experience serving...
24 Jul A Virtual Wheeler Tour – Part 2 (Center for Women & Children)
This piece is guest authored by Mary Muncy, a summer development intern at Wheeler Mission. A note from Perry. One the best parts of my job is taking a faithful Wheeler supporter on a tour and hearing him or her say, “Wow! I had no idea Wheeler...
02 Jul Because of YOU, We’re Serving Homeless Neighbors This Summer.
A note from Allison Melangton. Dear friend, Hot dogs, fireworks, the beach…4th of July is the best excuse to kick back and relax. The holiday celebrates our nation's freedom, and the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Throughout the weekend, we enjoy many traditions such as family...