Start a Fund: in honor, or in memory of a loved one.

(New clothes and shoes, furniture, books, computers, office equipment) to our clients, to our programs, or to our offices.

Soon you’ll receive your tax rebate in the mail. Consider donating your rebate to the African American Planning Commission to help homeless families and children. You’d be amazed at how far your gift will go to help those affected by domestic violence, HIV/AIDS, poverty, and homelessness.

• $600 buys food for two weeks and clothing for a family of four.
• $300 buys five days of meals and motel stays for one displaced homeless family.
• $250 provides emergency shelter and food for 50 homeless families for one day.
• $100 buys replacement prescription medication, like insulin, blood pressure or seizure medication for 3 homeless families who have lost everything.
• $50 buys 10 new blankets in an emergency.

Check with the personnel department of your company to see if your company will match your contribution to the African American Planning Commission. Many employers will do this. All you need do is ask.

Host a holiday party for families and children.