I received this in my email today:

SACRAMENTO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Women’s Empowerment (www.Womens-Empowerment.org), an organization devoted to “Ending Homelessness One Woman at a Time”, attracted over 500 celebrants to its 7th Annual Gala at The Grand event center in downtown Sacramento.

The event featured moving presentations from some of the 468 graduates of the Women’s Empowerment program as well as community leaders such as Bishop Quinn of the Sacramento Catholic Diocese, Dana Howard of Sacramento’s News10, and many more. The event raised more than $60,000 to support the programs that help women and their children transition from homelessness into stable jobs and safe housing situations.

Local philanthropist and Sacramento real estate developer Moe Mohanna donated the use of his venue, The Grand at 1215 J. Street, as well as all of the food and staffing to provide a first class banquet. The Executive Director of Women’s Empowerment, Lisa Culp, presented Mr. Mohanna an award for his support and said, “Moe’s involvement has meant the world to our organization, our graduates and their families.”

And it continued....

I have never heard of this group, but what a wonderful thing they do. And right here in Sacramento, working to help women get off the streets and back to leading productive lives to include employment and housing.

I am sure there are many SacWomen who could provide lots of very valuable support. I checked out the website and they are looking for volunteers to do lots of things, but one caught my eye. To spend an hour a week to work one on one with a woman who needs help to build a resume, coach by undertakinga mock interview, and providing self-confidence development. Check it out and lend a hand.

Gillian Parrillo
SacWomen