09/05/2026
We’re gearing up for the ribbon cutting of the new Dismas Transitional Home—and we could use your help with a few finishing touches!
When another great local nonprofit faced an urgent temporary housing need, we moved quickly to prepare the home ahead of schedule. A huge shoutout to the ladies of South Bend City Church and our friends at Crest Manor Church of the Brethren, who activated instantly to help ensure we were set up and ready to meet this community need.
Because of that incredible response, we’re now well stocked on beds, hygiene products, and many of the basics. Crest Manor is also helping collect the remaining sheet sets, comforters, and towels we’ll need for our initial opening.
Now, we’re looking for a few specific items to help make the home warm, comfortable, and welcoming—especially for families:
* A wooden play kitchen
* A playground or swing set for the backyard
* Throw blankets
* A small dresser or nightstand, approx 30 inches wide to fit a very specific space
* Clean, gently used rugs—traditional styles will work best in the space
* Approximately two additional washer-and-dryer sets in good working condition
If you have one of these items to donate—or would like to help us purchase one—please send us a message before dropping anything off so we can coordinate.
And save the date: Join us for the Dismas Transitional Home ribbon cutting on October 14! More details are coming soon.
