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Charles’ Story
Charles never imagined that he would end up homeless. He had a good childhood and a loving family, but in his late teens Charles developed a drug addiction that followed him for years, damaging his relationship to his family and friends.
Foster Care Awareness Month 2022
Foster Care Awareness Month is an annual campaign to raise awareness about the foster care system. This month of awareness aims to celebrate all foster parents and volunteers, as well as the children who are currently living in foster care.
Denim Day 2022
Denim Day is an inspiring and powerful opportunity to practice solidarity and support survivors by renewing your commitment to exposing harmful behaviors and attitudes surrounding sexual violence.
Brandi’s Story
I was 27 years old, addicted to meth, homeless, hopeless, facing incarceration and contemplating suicide. Just when I thought my life couldn’t get worse, I found out that I was pregnant. I was so scared. I couldn’t even take care of myself. How was I going to care for a child?
Linette’s Story
I am graduating from the program this week and already have a job offer from Wells Fargo, in the area I wanted to work. I never thought my life could change so dramatically, so quickly. This will help me achieve so much.
Sexual Assault Awareness Month 2022
Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) is an annual observance during April which brings attention to sexual violence and educates our shared community about how to prevent it.
Camaraderie 2022
A New Leaf celebrated our annual Camaraderie Gala on March 19th, 2022, raising an incredible amount of support for those in need in our community. We are so thankful to everyone that attended and joined us on an such an important night.
Joseph’s Story
When we reach bottom, like I did when I was homeless for a year, getting help makes all the difference. And when that happens, it can change everything. I am so grateful for all that I have been given through the East Valley Men’s Center.
Victoria’s Story
Victoria suffered a serious head injury several years ago that has left her struggling to remember much of her life. While she does not remember much, she does know that this injury was not an accident. Victoria was attacked by her husband during an argument when he hit her in the head with a solid wooden table.
West Valley Housing Assistance Center Ground Breaking
On November 18th, 2022 A New Leaf hosted a Ground Breaking Ceremony to start construction on the West Valley’s newest family homeless shelter! This new program will be the first of it’s kind in the West Valley, and will serve hundreds of families facing homelessness in the area.
November 2022 Newsletter
A New Leaf’s November 2022 Newsletter is here! See incredible updates about your impact as a supporter, how you can get involved this holiday season, and other exciting news from programs in your community!
With One Voice 2022
A New Leaf’s first annual With One Voice 2022 Luncheon brought together 150 passionate attendees to create change, bring awareness, and assist survivors of domestic violence in Arizona.
Yvonne’s Story
Yvonne was a single mother with a newborn son, and she was desperate to find a better home for her small family. She had suffered over a year of physical and mental abuse at the hands of her husband and was terrified that her son would be next.
October 2022 Newsletter
This October 2022 Newsletter is chock full of incredible updates, created just for generous and kind people like you! See how your support is changing the lives of survivors of abuse, what volunteer opportunities are available, other ways to make an impact, and more!
Using Employee Matching Gift Programs
Employee matching gift programs are a powerful way for employees to give back to their communities. These programs allow eligible employees to double, triple, or multiply their donation by even more!
September 2022 Newsletter
September 2022 Newsletter Hello to all supporters of A New Leaf! I want to personally thank you for all that you’ve done this summer. Thanks to you, thousands of families and individuals experiencing homelessness found shelter from the heat. Hundreds of survivors...
August 2022 Newsletter
A New Leaf’s August 2022 Newsletter is here! We want to thank all of our supporters as the back-to-school season reaches full swing. We count on generous people like you to help children in crisis get the supplies and stability they need to go back to school confidently.
