Volunteer Newsletter

June 2024

Every Family Deserves A Home

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Home is a place to build memories. It’s a place of belonging, a place of comfort. A home is a person’s refuge. Imagine being evicted from your home with no place to go. What would you do? What resources would you have? For an estimated 14,000 individuals in Arizona, these are not hypothetical questions—they are a harsh reality.


People experiencing homelessness come from all walks of life. They are someone’s grandparents, daughters, aunts and uncles, moms—the list goes on.


Contrary to some beliefs, homelessness is rarely the result of poor life choices. It’s often the effect of multiple causes such as domestic violence, illness, unemployment, death, and inflation. Many debilitating situations can occur over a lifetime that renders families homeless. How can people successfully rebound when faced with these challenges?



At House of Refuge, we provide families with the opportunities and resources to create the home and life they deserve in a safe and comfortable environment. We offer quality wrap-around services and shelter to support families facing hardships in our community. We celebrate with them as they progress on their journeys to secure stable living situations for themselves and their children.


Our volunteers play a key role in our success! Your contributions significantly enhance the quality of services and the overall environment in the neighborhood, making a positive and lasting impact on the lives of those we serve.


Together, we help families build a positive future and find the homes they need, want, and deserve.

Inspiration Station

“A single sunbeam is enough to drive away many shadows”


– St. Francis of Assisi

Volunteer Opportunities

We urgently need volunteers to help at our donation center on Saturdays. Teens over 15 are encouraged to join us during summer break. It's a great way to make a difference in the community while gaining valuable experience.


Would you or your teen be willing to generously volunteer your time to support and uplift our community?

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Greatest Needs

  • Size 3t-4t Pull-ups
  • Size 4t-5t Pull-ups
  • Size 6 Diapers
  • Overnight diapers (all sizes)
  • Baby wipes
  • Toilet paper
  • Window cleaner
  • Kitchen trash bags
  • Paper towels 
  • Spray deodorant 
  • Dish soap
  • Laundry detergent 
  • Dress-up sunglasses 
  • Dry-erase markers 
  • Yoga mats 
  • Felt & fabric for crafts
  • Pencil sharpeners

Hero of The Heart

Volunteer Spotlight

Julie Simek

Department: Donation Center

Julie Simek joined our volunteer team in December of 2023. Since then, she has gone above and beyond in supporting our organization and all of those involved. The impact that she has made in the Donation Center is truly a gift.


Julie volunteers at least once a week and even offers to come in on short notice if we need additional help. Our Donation Center Supervisor, Ken said, “Residents love interacting with Julie. She is kind and gracious to all present.”


Julie is fueled by the relationships she forms here, making a difference in the community daily. She can be counted on by the House of Refuge staff, volunteers, and our residents.


Thank you, Julie!

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Arizona Charitable Tax Credit

Donations to House of Refuge may be used towards your allowable contribution for the Qualified Charitable Organization Tax Credit (QCO), which has increased to $470 for single filing and $938 for joint filing.


 Please consult your tax advisor. 

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