Melanated PEARL Inc Announces Fundraiser for OysterShell Cohort 2 to Support Rapid Rehousing Program8/1/2023    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
August 1,2023 Melanated PEARL Inc Contact: Crystal Perry Phone: 678-315-2181 Email: admin@melanatedpearl.org Melanated PEARL Inc Announces Fundraiser for OysterShell Cohort 2 to Support "Hotel to Home" Rapid Rehousing Program for FY 6 (October 2023 - September 2024) Hampton, GA - Melanated PEARL Inc, a leading nonprofit organization dedicated to creating positive change in our community, is thrilled to announce a fundraising campaign in collaboration with OysterShell Cohort 2 and Selected Community Partners. The goal of the campaign is to raise $200,000 to support the implementation of our new rapid rehousing program entitled Hotel to Home. This program aims to select 25 families currently experiencing homelessness and transition them to housing stability. Additionally, the program will provide customized wraparound services for up to 12 months, ensuring the families have the necessary support to thrive. The rapid rehousing program led by Melanated Pearl, Inc. is an innovative and compassionate approach to tackling homelessness in our community. By providing families with not only secure housing but also the essential services and support they need, the program lays a foundation for their long-term success and stability. The $200,000 fundraising goal will directly support the operational costs of the rapid rehousing program, including securing housing units, furnishing them, covering essential expenses such as rent and utilities, and wrap-around services . By assisting these families in securing a stable place to call home, we can break the cycle of homelessness and help them build a brighter future. The OysterShell CCCII Cohort 2 is encouraging community members, businesses, and philanthropic organizations to come together and support this vital cause by making a donation to the campaign. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of these families and create lasting change in our community. Donations can be made via the fundraising platform, Link: https://www.flipcause.com/secure/cause_pdetails/MTg1Mzk4: or via the QR code. Every contribution, no matter the size, will make an impact and bring us closer to our fundraising goal. In addition to financial contributions, Melanated PEARL Inc is also seeking volunteers and partnership opportunities to help ensure the success of the rapid rehousing program. If you or your organization is interested in getting involved, please reach out via email admin@melanatedpearl.org for further details. By supporting Melanated Pearl, Inc.'s rapid rehousing program, we not only uplift the families experiencing homelessness but also foster a stronger, more compassionate community. Together, we can create a future where every family has a safe and stable home. For more information about the campaign or to make a donation, please visit www.melanatedpearl.org or contact admin@melanatedpearl.org ### About Melanated PEARL Inc Melanated Pearl is a nonprofit organization in Clayton County, Georgia, dedicated to empowering and uplifting women of color. As part of this mission, the organization has provided critical support to homeless women and families in the area for the past five years. The organization offers services and programs to address the immediate needs of people experiencing homelessness and housing instability, including emergency rental assistance, transitional housing, job training and placement, mental health and substance abuse counseling, and financial literacy workshops. Melanated Pearl also provides resources for basic needs such as food, clothing, and hygiene. However, Melanated Pearl can better serve the homeless population in Clayton County by consolidating existing initiatives and restructuring services under a Rapid Re-housing strategy.
About OysterShell CCCII Cohort 2: The OysterShell Collective Community Collaborative Impact Initiative is a community and nonprofit leadership development, networking and partnership group that works collaboratively to address issues that impact the community. Several community partners have joined forces to support Melanated PEARL’s FY 6 Rapid Rehousing Strategy that offers up to 12 months of housing support and wrap-around services to up to 25 families - moving women and families from Hotel to Home!
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On Saturday, January 21, 2023, our founder and president, Crystal Perry was awarded the 2022 Carl G. Rhodenizer Community Service by the Clayton County Chamber of Commerce.
The Clayton County Chamber of Commerce Annual Gala is the premier Chamber event that attracts the region's top business leaders and executives. The festivities include a cocktail reception, followed by dinner, installation of the new Board of Directors and special award presentations. Congratulations to all of the award winners at the 69th Annual Gala. 2022 Chairman's Award: Charisse Braxton, Kaiser Permanente and Jack Hancock, Freeman Mathis & Gary, LLP 2022 Ambassador of the Year Award: Mitch Johnson, Primerica 2022 Small Business of the Year: Margaret Lee, DesignStyles & Co. Dream Center 2022 Carl G. Rhodenizer Community Service Award: Crystal Perry, Melanated Pearl Corporation 2022 Lifetime Achievement Award: Ronald E. Dodson, Mayor of Lake City, Georgia  The Melanated PEARL INC has placed over 150 individual/families that identify as displaced, unhoused, and or homeless. Using ERAP 1 Funding, our organization is working to explore and locate traditional and non traditional housing stability options for our clients.
  On November 9, 2022 our organization was approved to distribute ERAP funding in Clayton County, GA.
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