Covenant House was founded in 1981 to help people with the fewest resources meet their basic needs: food, clothing, and shelter. After 30 years, our core mission remains the same. Whether a person is homeless, facing eviction, or needs food for their table, Covenant House is a safety net, an advocate, and a safe haven in times of crisis. … [Continue...]
In the February 2013 newsletter “House Call” you can read part of an oral history of the earliest beginnings of Covenant House. The following is an excerpt. Read the whole oral history document here.
“Milford Zeigler’s unconventional approach to helping his community gained him the reputation as “the man without a budget,” according to Charleston Gazette interview. When he saw a project that needed doing, he simply talked to people who had the resources and willingness to help make it happen. His style saved money for struggling local programs and created an investment in those programs by the larger community. Milford has been honored many times over the years for his service, most recently with a West Virginia Civil Rights Day award from the state’s Human Rights Commission in 2012. He is retired from his position as community service director for Acordia after 35 years of service and enjoys lunch every day at Manna Meal.”
The time has come again for our children to return to school. Some of them are prepared with a brand new pair of Air Jordans or a backpack that’s the envy of all the kids. Others aren’t so lucky. Can you help equip our children to succeed in school? Drop off backpacks and other school supplies at Covenant House and we’ll get them to the kids who need them.
Looking for all the details and learn how to get tickets? You’ve come to the right place!
Wednesday, March 27th at the WV Culture Center Great Hall. Doors open at 5:30 with Bob Thompson on piano, wine and beer available, and a silent auction!
Tickets can be purchased from board members or by calling Angie Douglas at 304-344-8053 x. 22. Tickets have also been made available online at http://chefschallenge2013.eventbrite.com. Get yours now, they will not be available at the door.