April Recap
- Womenade SLO
- May 1
- 5 min read
❤️ Thank you for your incredible support in April! ❤️
As you read through this email, you'll soon see what your support has meant for Womenade SLO this month!
Through your generosity, we surpassed our goal of $5,000 for Admin April. This money will cover our operating costs for a full year with some leftover for the following year.
We also had a record month for not only the number of needs met, but also with the amount of money donated. While we certainly wish we could minimize the need that is so prevalent in our community, we continue to be grateful beyond measure that we can partner with you to make such a HUGE difference in the lives of so many families. We cannot thank you enough!
In April:
• 19 referring agents reached out to us on behalf of their clients.
• 33 households donated so we met every need.
• $12,708.13 was given to help SLO residents in need.
• As always, 100% of your donations helped someone in crisis in the city of SLO.
We did it! Thank you so much for fully funding Admin April!
Thank you to Todo Bueno for an amazing fundraiser! They donated $200 to Womenade SLO! The food was amazing and we appreciate your support. Thank you to Cheryl Quilici for making it happen!
RSVP and join us for our May potluck. We’d love to see you there!
We're always looking for hosts! Introducing our group to your friends helps gets the word out about the work we do. If you’re interested in hosting a private event or one of our monthly potlucks, please reply to this email and we'll put you on the schedule.
Save the date! Womenade SLO will be hosting fundraising potlucks on the second Tuesday of each month. RSVP each month at womenadeslo.org or at the link in our bio on Facebook or Instagram.
NEEDS MET IN APRIL 2026
Partial rent for a gentleman who missed a social security check due to an error. This payment helped him close the gap. Referral from Chris Rhodes, Grace Central Coast ($600).
Partial summer childcare for 2 children as their single mother works full-time. Referral from Liz Richardson, UMCC ($600).
Car insurance deductible payment for a man who needs his car for work. He is also living in the vehicle while working to get his life back together. Referral from Sarah Reinhart, San Luis Obispo County Public Health ($515).
Hotel and recovery supplies for a surgery patient. Referral from Kristy Barrette, LMFT ($397.06).
Partial car repair payment for a woman who is homeless and uses her car for shelter and transportation. Referral from Adriana Garcia, Dignity Health ($600).
Grocery giftcards (Food 4 Less + Vons) for a single mother living paycheck to paycheck and receiving tuition assistance to send her child to preschool while she works full-time. Referral from Liz Richardson, SLO UMCC ($500).
Utility bill for a single dad who has lost his job and is under extreme financial hardship as a result. Their power had been turned off. Referral from Ian Kizanis, People's Self-Help Housing ($624.87).
Partial PG&E payment for a low-income parent to prevent shut off which would severely impact the well-being of the family. One of her children has a serious medical issue that has placed extra financial and emotional stress on the household. Referral from Nancy Martinez, The Link For Family Strengthening ($600).
DMV registration to prevent a man on disability from losing access to his vehicle. His rent has been increased and he is struggling with his new financial situation. Referral from Daniela Garcia, Access Central Coast ($266).
Transportation and gas for a large family so that they can get their children to and from school and get to work. Referral from a school counselor in San Luis Coastal Unified School District ($600).
Two new pairs of eyeglasses for a student who had lost their original pair and insurance would not cover a replacement. We were able to provide two pairs--one for home and one for school. Referral from a school counselor in San Luis Coastal Unified School District, $100.
4 therapy sessions for a client needing counseling to help work through issues and get back on her feet. Referral from Courtney Theis, Grace Central Coast ($600).
New clothing for a student suffering with anxiety, depression, and self-esteem issues. The clothing will meet both his sensory needs and supports a more positive self-image. Referral from a school counselor in San Luis Coastal Unified School District ($600).
Grocery giftcard for a teacher to take a student shopping for food. The student's mother passed away and his living situation has been in transition and there has been food insecurity. Referral from San Luis Coastal Unified School District ($500).
Car repair so a single mother experiencing homelessness can take her children to school and medical appointments and search for employment. Referral: Nancy Martinez, The Link Center for Family Strengthening ($295.32).
Gas, Groceries, and clothing for a student parent and their child. Referral from Courtney Moore, Cal Poly Students with Dependents, Cal Poly ($600).
Old Navy gift card for a high school student struggling with chronic absenteeism who is back at school with no means to purchase clothing. Referral from a teacher in San Luis Coastal Unified School District ($300).
Transportation and gas so that a family can get their three children to school and appointments. Referral from a school counselor in San Luis Coastal Unified School District ($600).
Partial rent payment for a family with a child who is medically fragile. They have to take frequent trips to see specialists and keeping up with the expenses has been difficult. Referral from a school counselor in San Luis Coastal Unified School District ($600).
Intake and initial supervised visitation payment so a court-approved provider can assure a child's first parent visit is safe and appropriate. The mother will pay for supervised visits going forward as she works to rebuild a relationship with her elementary-aged son. Referral: Sarah Montes Reinhart, County Public Health ($230).
Partial rent for a young couple who have taken on cousins and are experiencing financial hardships. Referral from San Luis Coastal Unified School District ($600).
Partial rent for a large family with many children who have special needs. Referral from San Luis Coastal Unified School District ($600).
Partial rent for a young adult with a baby. They're currently living with several families to save money. Referral from San Luis Coastal Unified School District ($600).
Car repairs for a homeless woman living in her car and also using it to get to school and dr appointments. Referral from Adriana, Restorative Partners ($579.88).
Partial rent for a mother who lost her job 3 weeks ago. Referral from a school counselor, San Luis Coastal Unified School District ($600).
Thank you to this month's donors and volunteers!
Donors:
Tom and Linda Murray, Anonymous, Shelly Stevenson, Carol Astaire, Pat Cano, Phyllis Martinelli, Naomi Blakely, Rosemary Cleaves, Frank and Sandy Richardson, Jayne Devencenzi, Wendy Daly (2), Stacy Pascolla, Julie Jones, Gennis Emerson, Jane Larkin, Kimberly Barrett, Marcie Hawthorne, Sharynn Chirpich, Nancy Hurd, Sharon Lovejoy, Judy Fitzgerald, Cheryl Quilici, Marylou Gooden, Carol Tickner, Donna Cox, Cynthia Green, Sally Hopkins, Judy Obermeier, Gennis Emerson, Kathy Greer, Ros McQuade, Roz Phillips.
Admin April Donors:
Marylou Gooden, Frank and Sandy Richardson (2), Karen Blum, Kathryn Dickinson, Ilene Brill, Sandy Brill, Lisa Wearda, Jayne Devencenzi, Lesa Smith and Whiz Kids Toys, Cynthia Green, Linda Bishop, Judy Obermeier, Rosemary Cleaves, Martha Chivens, Denise Busby, Polly Sackrider, Erin Shurson, Sylvia Drucker, Elaine Gardiner, Aline Cullen, Phyllis Martinelli (2), Cheryl Quilici, Pauline Nelson, Judy Fitzgerald, Susie Lerner, Teresa Backwell, Dana Starkovich, Judy Barclay, Lucia Cleveland, Diane Howard, Diane Olear, Cassy Goehner, Kimberly Barrett, Ruby Reinhart, and Anonymous.
Volunteers:
Cheryl Quilici, Nancy Hurd, Jenni Lanier, Kathryn Dickinson, Sandy Richardson, Calista Stewart, Tim Jones, Denise Busby and Priscilla Pesqueira.
Thank you for your amazing support! ❤️
Sincerely,
Elaine Stewart
Executive Director
Womenade SLO
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