Appeal: Hope In Action

Written By RoeJan Design

See how your support brings comfort, safety,
and hope to neighbors in need.

Individually, we can hand out a meal. Together, we create a community where neighbors feel welcomed, valued, and supported. That is what makes FOCUS so much more than food and why your support matters.

Voices from the Community

“I just think FOCUS is like a home, a home for me and for the rest of the community that seeks its shelter, seeks its comfort. It’s so inviting and safe. They open the doors to everybody, no matter your lot in life. It’s a really rare place to find in this world, where you’re truly welcome without any kind of strings attached.”
— B.H., FOCUS Guest

“It’s just a very uplifting experience. I really get a lot out of it. It’s sometimes the best three hours of my week and I would not miss it. FOCUS has definitely made me more cognizant, empathetic and sympathetic to what people deal with.”
— L.H., FOCUS Volunteer

“It’s a very good place to invest our dollars, our time, our talents, our gifts of all kinds. I hope my giving makes a difference by making a neighbor’s life a little easier, a little more secure, a little more meaningful, and a little more hopeful.”
— J.M., FOCUS Donor

More Than Food

From these voices, we hear what makes FOCUS unique. It is far more than a meal or a bag of groceries. It has become a caring community built on decades of compassion and hospitality:

  • Guests describe it as a safe place where they are valued.

  • Volunteers show up in every season, ready to serve with warmth and dignity.

  • Donors give because they know their support makes life better for neighbors facing hard times.

Why Your Support Matters

As we look ahead and face the impact of federal program cuts, we know that what sustains FOCUS is the same as it has always been: people like you.

At its heart, FOCUS is more than food. It is a place where generosity, compassion, and community come together to make life better for our neighbors.

Your gift today will ensure that FOCUS continues to be that place of hope and belonging. Please consider donating now and join us in meeting this urgent need. Please make your gift using the enclosed envelope or donate online on our Donate page.

In gratitude,

Rev. Chris Vande Bunte, Board President

Keith Leahey, Executive Director

RoeJan Design

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Over the years, I’ve worked hand-in-hand with top-tier web developers and consultants, learning the ropes of best practices—but also seeing firsthand how overwhelming, expensive, and time-consuming web design can be, especially for small businesses with tight budgets. That’s where RoeJan Design comes in! Launched in 2025, we are here to provide custom, affordable, and personalized website design, maintenance, and branding— perfectly tailored to small to mid-sized businesses who need big results without breaking the bank.

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