The Lighthouse Foundation
04/03/08
Butler, PA USA
I grew up at the Lighthouse since my family has been very actively involved since it's first day of operation. My mother was an employee while I was in middle school. While I was in college, I interned at The Lighthouse- then went on to serve through AmeriCorps after I graduated. I now am the Director of Transitional Housing. I am inspired by the vision of the ministry, Vern- our fearless leader, and seeing people change for the better once you invest in them. It is an amazing thing to be a part of- I feel very blessed!
The Great!
- I've seen the results of this organization in... meeting basic needs for people, motivating others to do better, giving people a sense of family, seeing people grow closer in their relationship with Christ!
- What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is... meeting wonderful people along their journey to becoming more independent and realizing their potential.
- The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were... selfless and caring.
- If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could... start some of my dreams for The Lighthouse including a drop-in coffeehouse bookstore, more youth outreach programs, more services for homeless families.
Ways to make it better!
- My experience would have been better if... more people understood our mission and saw all of the great things we do that do not get noticed!
- If I ran this organization, I would... practice servant leadership as Vern does now- getting his hands dirty and serving the people we help as well as the employees and volunteers, encouraging them to keep on!
- In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are... maintaining the sense of family and care for the people we serve in a world that is rapidly becoming impersonal.
- One thing I'd also say is that... I am proud to be a part of this ministry.
MY ROLE: I was a Professional with expertise in this field & Intern, AmeriCorps, Director of Transitional Housing
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