Face to Face is a human services organization dedicated to the health, well-being, and stability of our community. Face to Face meets basic human needs and reduces suffering. With hospitality, we provide a safe environment and practical tools, which enable the people of our community to confront personal challenges, empower their lives, and fulfill their unique potential. Face to Face began as a church-sponsored soup kitchen in 1985. Since then, Face to Face has grown into a multi-faceted human services organization which provides nutritious meals, nurse-managed health care, legal and social services, and year-round programs for children. Through the years, we have become a safe haven to the underserved residents of Germantown - many of whom suffer from chronic mental and physical illness and live in sub-standard conditions. The majority of the individuals and families we serve live in DEEP POVERTY, which means a family of four lives on $11,925 a year or less or an individual lives on $5,835 a year or less. Today, as an independent nonprofit, we serve more than 2,500 people each year. Today, guided by our motto, "hospitality, mutuality, and transformation," we offer an array of services in a caring and supportive manner. We know most of our guests by name, and each person is welcomed with a smile. Everyone, including staff, volunteers, and guests, contributes to our warm and dignified atmosphere.
-Face to Face serves over 30,000 well-balanced meals each year to our guests.
-The Health Center addresses the needs of 600 patients during more than 2,000 visits.
-The Legal Center assists over 600 clients during more than 800 encounters.
-Our Social Services Program guides and refers over 600 clients to best meet their needs.
-Our fully-licensed After School Program provides tutoring, homework help, and supervised play for 38 children after school each day.
-The July Enrichment Camp provides up to 80 children with days filled with dance, sports, music, art, and the magic of summer.
-The August Back to School Academic Camp offers remedial help in reading and math for up to 30 children in preparation for the new school year. Face to Face has relied on the good will of staff, volunteers, and guests, by attempting to fit the "square peg" of a particular service into the "round hole" of available space. These renovations will allow us to expand the scope of health, legal, and social services to meet the growing demand and provide for the most effective, client-centered collaboration among programs. In support of expanded services, we will repair both interior and exterior structural issues, provide for adequate heating and cooling, and brighten and adapt the space, creating a modern facility that will reflect the hospitality and dignity of Face to Face. At this time, when people are searching for ways to make sense of politics and their place in society, Face to Face provides a perfect opportunity to get involved. Get involved and make a difference! Contact Tara Hank at tara.hank329@gmail.com to get involved or with any questions!
