April 2024 Newsletter

A Compassionate View: Movie Night & Panel

Join us for an enlightening community movie night featuring ‘Leave No Trace’, a film that delves into the challenges faced by those experiencing homelessness. Following the screening, we’ll host a panel discussion, featuring Sam Halajian, Community Outreach Physician Assistant, Jay Harrington, Healing Springs CRPA, and a special guest with lived experience. We invite you to come with an open mind and heart, ready to engage in meaningful dialogue.

Introducing our new podcast episode featuring Melissa, a remarkable woman currently staying at our Emergency Shelter. From childhood struggles to motherhood, Melissa's journey is a raw and emotional rollercoaster. Tune in as she shares her story of resilience, difficult decisions, and finding hope and support at Shelters of Saratoga. This is just the beginning of our guest interviews – join us as we explore inspiring stories and the impact of our community support. Listen now!

April 11th- Bare Blends Fundraiser

We're teaming up with our friends at BARE Blends for a special online fundraiser to support our cause! Indulge in their nourishing bowls, revitalizing juices made from locally sourced ingredients, or one of their guilt-free smoothies—all while making a difference in our community. Remember to order online and enter the promo code FUNDRAISER at checkout to ensure your order contributes to our cause. Every purchase helps us continue our mission of providing essential support to those in need.

Hannaford Fight Hunger Bag Program

Shelters of Saratoga has been chosen as a Hannaford Fight Hunger Bag Program Nonprofit Partner! Throughout the month of April, our organization receives $1 for every $2.50 reusable Fight Hunger Bag sold at the Saratoga Hannaford on Weibel Ave. You can also purchase these bags using Hannaford To-Go!

Coming Soon! Car Wash Fundraiser

Now that winter is over (we hope!), it's time to shake off those cold-weather blues and treat your ride to some TLC! Starting May 1st, you can purchase a car wash through Hoffman Helping Hands and they will donate 50% of the proceeds to SOS.

Split interest charitable funds, like Charitable Remainder Trusts (CRTs) and Charitable Lead Trusts (CLTs), provide a unique opportunity for donors to support charitable causes while also benefiting themselves or their beneficiaries. By transferring assets into these trusts, donors can receive income or support for a specified period, with the remaining assets ultimately benefiting designated charities. These arrangements offer donors the chance to make a lasting impact on both their legacy and the causes they care about, all while enjoying financial benefits for themselves or their loved ones.

By utilizing these funds to support Shelters of Saratoga, you're providing vital and sustained funding to assist individuals experiencing homelessness throughout the year.

Consider establishing a Split Interest Charitable Fund today to make a lasting impact on our community!