Whats Going On: Jan 2025

1. Community Fridges: Fighting Hunger Locally

• Grassroots efforts like community fridges provide food for unhoused neighbors.

• Fridges are free, accessible, and supported by volunteers and local donors.

• Learn how to find or start one in your area through Freedge.org.
  Learn More . . . – https://www.freedge.org

2. Winter Support for the Homeless

• Cold weather increases risks for the unhoused, with hypothermia a major threat.

• Many cities offer warming shelters and coat drives during the winter season.

• Discover local ways to help or contribute to national organizations.
  Learn More . . . – https://nationalhomeless.org/winter-resources

3. Advocacy Spotlight: Teens Taking Action

• Atlanta students assemble care bags with hygiene essentials for the unhoused.

• Using social media, they’ve raised $2,000 in one month for local shelters.

• See how these teens are setting an example for youth-led advocacy.
  Learn More . . . – https://youradvocacywebsite.com/teen-spotlight

Local Resource Spotlight

Seattle, WA – Facing Homelessness

• Humanizing homelessness through storytelling and community involvement.

• Hosts regular events and initiatives to connect housed and unhoused neighbors.
  Learn More . . . – https://facinghomelessness.org