ShelterWalk

FRCA's 22nd Annual ShelterWalk to benefit the Woonsocket Shelter will be held on Saturday, October 16th, 2010. Registration opens at 9 am and the walk kicks off at 10 am from River Island Park, 100 Bernon Street, Woonsocket.

The Woonsocket Shelter is one of the largest emergency shelter and transitional housing programs in Rhode Island. In addition to emergency shelter, residents receive services such as case management and life skills training, and are linked to employment & training programs, financial literacy, health services and parenting skills training--supports needed to transition to safe, permanent housing. The shelter serves nearly 300 individuals a year, over half of them children.

Last year, 245 individuals participated in this community-wide event, including 22 teams from high schools, colleges, churches and work groups. If you are interested in walking or forming a team please contact Elena Marchand at emarchand@famresri.org or call 401-235-6083.  We are also seeking ShelterWalk Sponsors for event banner, t-shirt and program sponsorship recognition. Those interested in joining the planning committee are welcome to come to our next meeting on Wednesday, September 15th at 4:30pm at FRCA, 245 Main Street. Call or email Elena to RSVP.