For the 9th year in a row, Emmaus is participating in #GivingTuesday and is hoping you can help us reach our ambitious goal of $75,000 raised on November 29.
Last year on #GivingTuesday, we raised an incredible $83,000, bringing our eight-year total for gifts made on #GivingTuesday to $260,000!
“Living during very difficult times, we are all feeling the pinch with high inflation and nagging fears about the state of our economy,” said Emmaus’ CEO Jeanine Murphy.
“I have an idea,” she added. “On #GivingTuesday, if you’re able, let’s express our gratitude and collective hope for the future by supporting local non-profit organizations that never stopped helping those in need during the darkest days of the pandemic and continue to operate in its challenging aftermath. Many thanks to those who choose to support Emmaus – we appreciate you.”
Emmaus realizes that times are tough for many as we are all burdened by high inflation. Those we serve are especially impacted by the changes in the economy. For those living in poverty, escalating day-to-day expenses can trigger unexpected housing insecurity. The lack of available and affordable housing in the area, coupled with inflation, a slowing economy, and the end of rent moratoriums and pandemic relief programs mean that more and more people will need support from Emmaus over the next year. In order to help these men women, and families find their way home, Emmaus relies upon generous gifts on #GivingTuesday to help fund our programs.
Donations will be used to offset these costs so Emmaus can continue to help women, men and children battling homelessness rebuild their lives. Nearly 91 cents of every dollar raised goes directly into programs that transform our clients’ lives. When you give to Emmaus, you know that your money will get to those in greatest need.
And for the eighth year in a row, your gift to Emmaus can make an even greater impact thanks to Haverhill Bank!
This year, Haverhill Bank will again match the first $2,500 donated to Emmaus on #GivingTuesday. Haverhill Bank has been partnering with Emmaus on #GivingTuesday since 2015. Once donations reach $25,000, Haverhill Bank will match the next $2,500 that Emmaus receives dollar-for-dollar.
“I am proud to lead a bank that is as engaged in contributing to the communities where we live and work as I am,” said Tom Mortimer, President and CEO of Haverhill Bank. “For the last eight years, Haverhill Bank has proudly supported Emmaus as their Giving Tuesday partner and we look forward to many more.”
#GivingTuesday is a web-based social media-driven campaign, so please give to Emmaus by clicking here and then share your support with your friends via Facebook and Instagram.
You can also give via check payable to Emmaus Inc. Please note “Giving Tuesday” in the memo line and date your check for November 30. Please mail checks to Emmaus, Inc., P.O. Box 568, Haverhill, MA 01831.
#GivingTuesday is also the official kickoff or Emmaus’ annual Tree of Love Campaign. Once again, Emmaus is sponsoring a community tree at the intersection of Winter, Emerson and How Streets next to our Family Shelter. The tree was generously provided by Nunan Florist and Greenhouses in Georgetown. The tree will be lit on November 29 and remain lit throughout the holiday season.
To learn more about our Tree of Love campaign, click here.
