The economic realities of 2023 have been hard on families, businesses, and nonprofits. We at HOTEL INC are no exception. As a community development organization, we join in the work of our Warren County neighbors to ensure that all people have access to nutritious food, affordable housing, and flourishing neighborhoods. We started a non-profit grocery store (the Delafield Co-Op Market) in the West End of Bowling Green to provide affordable and fresh whole food nutrition to our neighbors. We walk alongside people who are in crisis to connect them to resources, find affordable housing, and achieve the goals they set. We work in the Delafield community of the West End as neighbors connect to each other and create a flourishing community.
We see a continual increase of neighbors experiencing first-time homelessness, particularly seniors and single-parent families with children. We recently worked with a sister and brother in their 80’s who live on a fixed income. A car accident forced them to choose between paying their medical bills or their rent. Even though their property manager told them to defer their rent payments, the property owner began eviction proceedings. This 88-year-old woman was dealing with her own health issues, caring for her brother’s health issues, and they very nearly became homeless. This situation came to a good resolution, but it highlights both the growing needs and increasing vulnerabilities in our community.
Donations have been down this year by 42%, and we need your financial support. Your contributions invest in people who are investing in themselves. Thank you for your generosity in this season! We have a number of ways you can join our HOTEL INC community as we live out our calling to extend love to our community.
Follow us on Facebook (Delafield Co-Op Market, HOTEL INC) and Instagram (HOTELINCBG) for regular updates and ways to participate in our work. Join our mailing list for our bi-monthly newsletter.
•Friday, Dec. 1, 8:30am
Open House
HOTEL INC, 1005 Boatlanding Road
Join us for a Tour and Conversation to learn more about our mission and programming! (monthly)
•Tuesday, Dec. 5, 11am-1pm
Chili and Cornbread Lunch
Buy lunch for yourself, your lunch bunch, or your staff and support HOTEL INC! Tickets are $10 each and include dessert, fruit, and water. We’ll deliver it to you, or you can do carryout or dine in at First Christian Church (1106 State Street). www.hotelincbg.com/chili
•Through Dec. 22
Buy local! Support the Delafield Co-Op Market with your purchase of a holiday gift basket for friends, clients, or staff. Prices range from $11 to $40 on a selection of KY Proud non-perishable themed offerings from “Good Morning” to “KY Proud Preserves” to “KY BarBQ.” Design your own basket or purchase a gift card. Delivery or pick-up available through Dec. 22. www.hotelincbg.com/market
•Anytime:
Give a gift of love to honor the person in your life who has everything. When you make a donation to HOTEL INC in honor of your loved one, we’ll send you an electronic or paper memorial card to share and commemorate your gift.
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