Financial Contributions

The Self-Managed Housing Program relies on donations from the community.  We are supported by individuals, churches, government, and local area businesses.  Your monetary support helps us continue to provide safe, supportive housing to homeless men and women ready to leave the streets and shelters permanently.  In addition to helping us keep our doors open, your financial contribution allows us to offer life-skill development workshops; basic needs at move-in such as food, hygiene items, and linens; and resources to help residents move on to permanent housing of their own.

Donations made out to SMHP can be mailed to:

SMHP
4 Nickerson St. Suite 300
Seattle, WA 98109

Now you can donate to SMHP online through our parent organization, The Church Council of Greater Seattle. 
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  Be sure to fill in this blank section on the donation form:

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In-Kind Contributions  

The following items are accepted on an on-going basis:

Special donations - Housewarming Baskets

We are looking for individuals and groups to assemble “housewarming” baskets for homeless men and women transitioning into independent living. The following items are examples of what could be included for a homeless resident:

Items can be placed in:
Laundry basket or large kitchen trash can

This is a great project to take on as a business, family, class, group, or by yourself. Gift pick-up and delivery can be provided. If you’re interested, please call 206-525-1213, or e-mail donations@smhp.org

Volunteer Your Time

Your skills and enthusiasm are welcome!  We are a small and efficient program and your time and service helps us to keep our expenses low. Some of our volunteer opportunities are listed below.  If you have specific questions about how you can help, please contact us at info@smhp.org or 206-525-1213 x3151

· Advisory board member (monthly)
Serve on the SMHP advisory board to help provide program guidance and oversight and assist with fundraising activities.

· Gardener/Outdoor volunteer
Each of our houses has a beautiful yard and can use your gardening skills!

· Volunteer drivers
Help residents move their belongings when leaving the program, collect items donated to the program (furnishings), or help haul debris and yard waste during work parties.

· Special event support volunteer
Help coordinate, create, or staff a special event. Annual events include holiday gift wrapping fundraiser, street fair, and raffle ticket sales.

· Fundraiser assistant
Assist in writing newsletter articles, communicate program news with the community through mailings, and assist with special event fundraising.

· House sponsor for the holidays (seasonal)
Help a house feel like a “home” for the holidays by sharing a holiday meal, providing seasonal decorations, or soliciting holiday gifts for men and women who have been homeless. Delivery assistance is also a great help!

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