Who We Are
Our Mission Statement: To assist local women & their families obtain housing.
We Coalition formed in 2020 during the pandemic to assist local women find housing & other support resources. In 2021, We Coalition partnered to support Willow House & The Shoppe at Willow House, a property that provides affordable housing and a boutique thrift shop that supports the house. NEW applications for assistance will be available on this site as of January 1. 2025.
Our Team
Our team is made up of Board of Directors Wini Roche, President, Delane Lewis, Secretary, Carolyn Hakkes Treasurer, Members at large Jolynn Webster. A network of volunteers continue to fuel the project in a variety of way from painting rooms and gardening to volunteering in The Shoppe. Together, we are committed to making a difference in our community to provide a hand-up to local women in need.
Our Impact
In July 2024 the project completed its first full year of operation of both the Willow House, 3 apartments (2 were opened in 2021) and The Shoppe. To date, the project has assisted more than 200 women & their families. The apartments have provided affordable housing for 16 households since Willow House opened. Currently, we are working to rebuild resources to begin a NEW application process for assistance after January 1, 2025
