In this issue
- Welcome
- Message From The Director
- HOH President's Message
- Other News
- Who Generously Give to Help Make This a Success
- Treasurer's Message
- Thanks to our New Partners
- Board of Directors
Who Generously Give to Help Make This a Success
We send a huge thank you to all the monthly supporters
of the House of Hope. Your faithful gift of just $10
or more per month ensures a comfortable place for the
homeless of our area. God bless you; from the guests,
board and director of your House of Hope!
A Divine Look Beauty Salon
Abundant Life Church
Advance Tinting Systems
Ascension Lutheran Church
Atkinson Real Estate
Bethel Baptist Church
Bethel Baptist Church - Mt. Cross Rd.
Bethel Way of Cross Church
Bethlehem Baptist Church
Blairs Baptist Church -VBS
Blessed Hope Baptist Church
Brosville UMC
Calvary Baptist Church
Camp Grove Baptist Church
Cascade Baptist Church,
-Ladies Bible Class
Central Blvd. Church
Central Blvd Church, Fellowship Cl
Christian Tabernacle Church
Christine Gregory Group
Chucks Auto Exchange
College Park Baptist Church-WMU
Columbia Forest
Commonwealth Pharmacy
Cypress Springs Church of God
Danville Alumnae Chapter
Danville Outback Steakhouse
Danville Pittsylvania Academy of
Medicine Alliance
D & M Bus Company, Inc.
Davis Storage & Warehouse, Inc.
Dixie Bags, Inc.
Fairview UMC
Faith Memorial Baptist Church-VBS
First Baptist Church
First Baptist Church of Danville
First Baptist Ch. of Danville
-Covenant Class
First Independent Methodist Ch.
First Pentecostal Holiness Church
First Piedmont Corp.
First Presbyterian Church
First Presbyterian Church, Circle II
Floral Hills UMC
Forest Lawn Baptist Church
Full Gospel Fellowship Church
Goodyear-Danville Salary Retiree Club
Harvest Full Gospel Church
Hillcrest Baptist Church
Hollywood Baptist Church
Hollywood Baptist Church,
-Soul Train Ministry
Hopewell Church UM Women
Hopewell UMC Ladies Class
J & J Truck Sales, Inc.
Janie P. Galvin Missionary Circle
John L. Foster Agency, Inc.
Johns Antiques, Inc.
Just Everyday Women
-Walking by Faith
Kentuck Baptist Church
Kingdom Life Fellowship
Knights of Columbus
Liberty Baptist Church
Lighthouse Methodist Church
Loyal Baptist Gen. Missionary Circle
Lutheran Church of the Ascension
Moffett Memeorial Baptist Church
Moffett Memorial Baptist Church
-Janice Monroe Group
Mount Hermon Baptist Church
Mt. Vernon UMC
Mt. Vernon UMC, Landis Cl
Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church
New Birth Tabernacle
New Life Community Church
North Main Baptist Church
North Main Baptist Ch,
-Freedom Cl & Berean SS
O.T. Bonner Middle School
Oakland UMC
Pelham UMC, Iris Pryor Bible Cl
Pelham Young Adult Class
Pleasant View Baptist Church
Poquoson Tribe 124 I.O.R.M.
Rays Creek Golf Course
Ringgold Baptist Church
Rivermont Baptist Church
RiverOak Mens Fellowship
Rock Springs UMC
Roger Newton Distributor, Co
Ross Street Seventh
Day Adventist Ch
Sacred Heart Catholic School
Sandy Shores Baptist Church
Schoolfield Elementary
Shermont Baptist Church
Shields Investment
Shiloh Baptist Church
Shining Light Baptist Church
Social Services,Division Of
Souls Harbor Holiness Church
St. Johns UMC
St. Johns UMC-UMW
St. Lukes UMC -Circle 6
St. Lukes UMC Men
St. Lukes UMC Women
Stokesland Baptist Church
Stokesland UMC Church
Swansonville United Methodist Ch.
-Young Hearts Seniors
Third Ave. Christian Church, Circle 2
Time Machines Car Club
Town & Country Garden Club
Trinity Baptist Church
Trinity UMC
Trinity Wesleyan Church
Tropical Rayz Tanning Salon
Unity Presbyterian Church
Vance Street Missionary Bapt Ch
Veterans Of Foreign War
Virginia District, Inc.
Pilot Club International
WA Wells & Associates
WAKG
Watson Memorial UMC
WBTM
Welcome Baptist Church
Welcome Baptist Ch, Missions
West Main Street
Westover Baptist Church
White Oak Worship Center
White Rock Baptist Church
Woodberry Hills Baptist Church
Your Stuff - Kids Stuff
Thank you, and have a blessed day!
Thanks to our New Partners
Individuals
Mr. & Mrs. Roy C. Arnold
Ms. Doris B. Booth
Ms. Clara W. Bowman
Mr. and Mrs. Todd Burton
B. C. Calvert
Mr. & Mrs. Robert J. Dodson, Jr.
Mr. and Mrs. W. Joe Foster
Ms. Ann P. Hodge
Mr. and Mrs. Joshua Johnson
Ms. Peggy N. Jones
Mr. Charles H. Majors
Mr. & Mrs. Richard E. McFarling
New Church Donors & Other Organizations
Mr. Charles H. Majors, CEO
- American National Bank & Trust Company
Dr. Michael Moore, Pres.
- Piedmont Health Foundation
Mr. Bobby G. Hutson, Treas
- Trinity United Methodist Men
Donations may be sent to:
House of Hope
P.O. Box 1197
Danville, VA 24543
Thank you, and have a blessed day
Board of Directors
Executive Committee
Rev. Stephen H. Cook, President
Ronnie Pannell, Vice President
Dr. CAM McIntire, Secretary
Bobby N. Wiles, Treasurer
Chuck Van Allen, Executive Committee
Gary Wasson, Executive Committee
Niles Daly
Dr. John Guarino
Mr. Charles Harris
Mr. Bill Harville
Mr. D.C. Hastings
Joshua Johnson
Rev. Helen McKee
Rev. Jerome Morris
Jimmy Russell
Dr. Martha Walker
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Message From The Director
The Director's Article of Appreciation
Wow! Here it is February 2010 already! As of the middle of January the House of Hope has been up and running for one year. This community has been a true blessing to us and we offer many thanks to all of you! Because of you, we have already served 21 guests in
2010. I have had a few guests ask if they could share their testimonies concerning what HOH has meant to them. Here are two of them:
To say that the House of Hope is just a homeless shelter would be a terrible understatement! The building, food, clothes, and beds are all wonderful, but the staff makes it more than that. It's a place of hope, love, and faith. I have spent the last 15 years of my life addicted to crack. I have been to three rehab centers and many psychologists. After being in jail for 3 ½ months I was brought here by my family. Since I have been here the staff has helped me build a faith in God which I know will carry me to a wonderful life! My marriage has begun to heal, my relationships with my children are back on track and I now have a purpose in life to serve my God and my fellow man. The city of Danville should be grateful and proud to have a staff with so much sincerity. I am one person whose life they have helped get on the right track. Thanks so much - Andy
When I was released from prison I was homeless. My self-esteem was at an alltime low. I felt my future was pretty much hopeless. I came to the House of Hope thinking it was just another homeless shelter; a place to stay. It was much more! As its name states, I learned to have faith and hope while a guest. The House of Hope is definitely a beacon for the last, the least, and the lost. I wasn't judged as an ex-felon released from prison. I was shown and taught that God loved me, and His love would take me through the worst of times. Now, I dont feel hopeless or worthless. My selfesteem is no longer at a low point. I now know that with God all things are possible. Thank you House of Hope - Leonard
Last but not least, we have just had a wedding take place right here at the shelter! We had a woman and a man that met while they were guests here. They became great friends and as of this writing they are now husband and wife! WOW!! God is doing some wonderful things here at the House of Hope.
It is truly a blessing for me as the director to witness firsthand what God is doing in Danville at the House of Hope, your House of Hope! Thank you for all the blessings that you bring to HOH. Without your support through prayers and donations we would not be
here. You are making a difference in many lives every single day that our doors are open! From the staff and all our guests thank you so much for your kindness and love!
God Bless,
-Stephen Anderson, Director
HOH President's Message
What a journey it has been thus far! When a person
stops to consider all that has happened in the life of
this ministry over the course of the twelve short
months that we have been in existence, it is truly
inspiring to see how far we have come in such a little
while.
Were it not for the support of our faithful friends
throughout this community who regularly give gifts of
loving kindness to keep the House of Hope viable, our
area would be at a tremendous loss. Thank you to
everyone who participates in the life of the House of
Hope! We are where we are because of the prayers,
generosity, and goodness of each one of you. We are
deeply grateful to some local foundations that have
awarded the House of Hope much needed funding that is
making a major difference in several aspects of our
organizations life. Thanks to a $50,000 grant from
the J.T. Minnie Maude Charitable Truest and a $47,500
grant from the Philip N. and Frances K. Daly
Charitable Lead Unitrust we have significantly reduced
the outstanding balance on our building debt.
Likewise, because of a $30,000 grant from the Community
Foundation of the Dan River Region that is designated
for essential staffing and utility costs, we are in a
strong financial position in the early days of 2010.
Please understand, though, that the major gifts that
we have received from these charitable organizations
do not in any way replace our need for continued,
consistent support from our primary base of support:
individuals, churches, and civic groups who regularly
contribute gifts. Remember that we spent more than
$85,000 to renovate our new home last spring. We
continue to have need for funds that enable us to
carry on the work of providing those in need with
emergency and transitional shelter, encouragement, and
a helping hand.
Finally, a note of appreciation is in order to thank
Donnie Anderson for his service as president of the
House of Hope during its first year of operations.
Were it not for his leadership, vision, and commitment
to this cause we could not be where we are. Thank you,
Donnie!
Grace and peace,
Stephen Cook
President
Other News
Congratulations to the following HOH board
members who have been elected to serve as
officers in the year 2010:
Rev. Stephen Cook, President
Mr. Ronnie Pannell, Vice President
Dr. CAM McIntire, Secretary
Mr. Bob Wiles, Treasurer
Mr. Chuck Van Allen, Executive Committee
Mr. Gary Wasson, Executive Committee
We gladly welcome three new board members who have
been elected to serve three-year terms, 2010-2012:
Mr. Charles Harris
Mr. Bill Harville
Mr. D.C. Hastings
Treasurer's Message
The House of Hope is grateful for all of its
supporters who have made contributions to our ministry
during the past year.
Every dollar given goes to serve our neighbors in
need. Tax receipt statements were recently mailed to
donors who have given gifts of $250 or more in the
past year. We understand that IRS requires a receipt
for charitable gifts of $250 or more when the
tax-payer itemizes deductions. Year-end donor
statements have not been sent for smaller
contributions because those gifts are supported by
canceled check records.
Any contributor wishing to have a year-end donor
statement may contact the HOH treasurer at P.O. Box
1197, Danville, VA 24543 or email bnwiles@verizon.net.
Bob Wiles -
Treasurer
Donations may be sent to:
House of Hope
Homeless Shelter
P.O. Box 1197
Danville, VA 24543
Thank you and have a blessed day!
Donnie Anderson - Chairman
Stephen Anderson - Director
Danville Homeless Ministry Coalition
http://www.danvillehoh.com
rev@danvillehoh.com
Anyone who needs a tax receipt for contributions sent
directly to American National Bank for the House of
Hopes account should send a copy of the paid check to
the attention of Bob Wiles, Treasurer, Post Office Box
1197, Danville, VA 24543.
This documentation is required in order for the House
of Hope to send the needed receipt that is required by
IRS for charitable gifts of $250 or more.
Please know that we are deeply grateful not only for
the hundreds of donors who have lent their support in
2009, but also for the pledge commitments that have
already been received for 2010.
Bob Wiles - Treasurer
Board of Directors
Rev. Donnie Anderson, President
Rev. Stephen H. Cook, Vice President
Dr. CAM McIntyre, Secretary
Bobby N. Wiles, Treasurer
Ronnie Pannell, At - Large
Gary Wasson, At - Large
Chuck Van Allen
Niles Daly
Dr. John Guarino
Joshua Johnson
Rev. Helen McKee
Rev. Jerome Morris
Jimmy Russell
Dr. Martha Walker
Cheryl Wells |