Fundraising now: We need a multi-unit transitional housing location. The housing program is not yet open.

Any amount helps

Impact & transparency

Trust starts with telling the truth about where we are.

The housing vision is active, but the location is not open. This page explains what is happening now, what support is intended to make possible, and what we will report as the work advances.

Current phaseFundraising & pre-opening development

No multi-unit property has been acquired and housing applications or placements are not being accepted at this time.

Intended use of support

What donations are meant to move forward.

Final allocations will depend on property, funding, safety, and program requirements. These categories describe the campaign’s present purpose, not a promise of a specific purchase.

Property acquisition

Support the purchase or lawful control of a suitable multi-unit property.

Safety and preparation

Help fund inspections, rehabilitation, furnishings, and safety-related readiness.

Program readiness

Build responsible operating plans, partnerships, staffing, and resident supports.

Mission support

Advance resource navigation, workforce readiness, outreach, and launch activities.

Accountability commitments

What we will keep visible.

Program status Clear statements about what is open, planned, or dependent on funding.
Housing milestones Public updates when meaningful acquisition and readiness stages are reached.
Campaign communication Updates about fundraising, partnerships, book-supported impact, and next steps.

Leadership

Foundation board

PresidentShanea Ballard
Vice PresidentJennifer Lyons
SecretaryAngela Duncan

Where She Became Foundation is organized for charitable and educational purposes. Contributions may be tax-deductible only as permitted by law. This page does not represent that a specific property, award, or opening date is guaranteed.

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