• By centraliziation and pooling the resources of several faith communities as well as individual donors, WIM works with clients from the surrounding areas, assisting those seeking help by:

• Listening compassionately to issues identifying underlying problems and/or providing immediate assistance or referring them to appropriate service organizations.

The WIM program succeeds because cleints are required to be accountable and actively involved in this process.

• To provide a place where those who have met unexpected challenges can find emergency support that helps them back to a more stable life

• To identify larger systemic issues that guide future decisions and services

• To better utilize the resources of the faith community

• To establish partnerships with businesses

• To engage a dedicated group of volunteers with diverse backgrounds to ensure a range of perspectives and experiences.

• We never give out cash under any circumstances.

• We make clients accountable for services provided.

• We are not a sustained provider of services such as food, transportation, or clothing.

Clients who do not pay back the loan according to the signed agreement will not be allowed any more services.

WIM will provide assistance with

• Clothing

• Obtaining a State ID or birth-certificate

• Transportation

WIM will provide referral services for:

• Dental & Optometrist vouchers

• Medical services

• Employment

• Meal programs & Food Pantries

• Phone use for business or appointments

• Rental Assistance

• Shelter/Housing