101 Women, Sandpoint announces BHT grant award
Representatives from Bonner Homeless Transitions and 101 Women, Sandpoint pose for a photo after the group selected BHT for its most recent $10,000 grant.
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Bonner Homeless Transitions is the most recent recipient of a $10,000 grant from 101 Women, Sandpoint.
Bonner Homeless Transitions provides housing and program management services to homeless families and victims of domestic violence in Bonner County. Their goal is to help individuals and families who are homeless, in danger of becoming homeless, or who lack adequate housing reach self-sufficiency and independent living in a safe and supportive environment.
Bonner Homeless Transitions will use the funds to procure a dedicated organization vehicle to enhance their outreach efforts, 101 Women officials said. The goal is to better serve remote areas and facilitate transportation for clients to access essential services such as healthcare and childcare.
"This grant will directly contribute to BHT’s mission of promoting self-sufficiency and reducing homelessness in our community," 101 Women said in a press release.
The $10,000 grant to Bonner Homeless Transitions is provided through the generous donations of 101 local women. 101 Women Sandpoint provides a simple and powerful way to leverage the modest giving of many into substantial funding for local groups.
Two $10,000 grants are awarded each year to Bonner County non-profit organizations.
The group meets twice a year to vote on the three finalists, who emerge after a vetting process that includes reviewing grant applications and site visits.
Community Cancer Services and Priest River Ministries were the other two finalists in this spring grant cycle. Each offers specific programs to the community and needs financial support to succeed.
Community Cancer Services Cancer Burden Relief Project is dedicated to alleviating the multifaceted challenges of cancer while promoting inclusivity in Bonner and Boundary counties.
Priest River Ministries has been a place of refuge for women and children fleeing domestic violence, sexual assault, and trafficking for over 20 years. It is deeply rooted in the community of Bonner County in rural North Idaho and members work to bring hope and safety to survivors.
To learn more about these non-profit organizations, go online to their websites. The groups rely on donations and volunteers to continue their worthwhile work.
• Bonner Homeless Transitions — bonnerhomelesstransitions.org
• Community Cancer Services — communitycancerservices.com
• Priest River Ministries — prmafw.org
To learn more about 101 Women Sandpoint, its grant opportunities or to find out how to become a member, go to 101 Women Sandpoint’s website at 101womensandpoint.com.