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# Home of the Sparrow

Home of the Sparrow partners with women facing homelessness to secure housing, achieve long-term stability and financial self-sufficiency.

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- [2023 November Newsletter](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2023/11/13/2023-november-newsletter/) - Our November newsletter is here! Enjoy reading about our 2023 Power of the Purse Fashion Show event and the winner of our Decorate for a Mission. Click here to read. Photo by Wandering Wishes Photography
- [Decorate Your Door or Window For A Mission This Valentine's Day](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2022/12/19/decorate-for-a-mission-for-valentines-day/) - Thank you for your interest in volunteering at Home of the Sparrow! We need you to make our 3rd Annual Decorating for a Mission #LoveIsHome Campaign a huge success! Timeframe: January 1 – February 17 Time Commitment: 1 to 6 hours Location: Your home or office! Responsibilities: Consider a donation of $25.00 (Our goal is
- [Back to School Success!](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2022/08/15/back-to-school-success/) - Thanks to many generous donors and volunteers Home of the Sparrow's Back to School 2022 program was a big accomplishment! Preparation for the program started in June when 60 donors signed up to purchase brand new book bags, lunch boxes, clothes, and shoes for each child. Many local companies, churches, schools and other organizations held
- [Stars and Strides Challenge Results](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2022/08/01/stars-and-strides-challenge-results/) - Our first annal Stars and Strides Challenge has come to an end and we are so excited to share with you the results. Together, we raised $3,413 and covered 3,841 miles, that's the equivalent of running around Chester County 5 times! We were delighted to have over 60 people participate and over 100 people donate,
- [Black & White Gala Returns](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2022/01/14/black-white-gala-returns/) - The Gala is Back! Save the Date! The beloved Home of the Sparrow Gala featuring its renowned Silent Auction returns on Friday, April 29, 2022 at a brand new location - The Drexelbrook Ballroom. Tickets go on sale mid-March Sponsorship opportunities are available now. Please contact Kathleen Sanger for more information. We look forward to seeing you on
- [Power of the Purse 2021 Fashion Show Success](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2021/11/05/power-of-the-purse-2021-fashion-show-success/) - We are grateful to everyone who participated in the 2021 Fashion Show from sponsors to attendees to the models, well, just everyone! Although final numbers are still be calculated, the Fashion Show provided over $35,000 in net revenue to allocate immediately to programming and services for women and children in Chester County who are facing
- [Home of the Sparrow's Door Decorating Contest: A Door For Everyone 2021](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2021/09/13/home-of-the-sparrows-first-annual-door-decorating-contest/) - Decorate your door for a mission! Home of the Sparrow will be hosting a Door Decorating Contest, "A Door For Everyone", across Chester County throughout the month of October. Our goal is to help moms and kids in Chester County achieve housing stability and have a door of
- [Our Spring 2021 Newsletter- Fitting the Pieces Together](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2021/04/21/our-spring-2021-newsletter-fitting-the-pieces-together/) - Find out what's happening at Home of the Sparrow in our Spring 2021 Newsletter: [pdf-embedder url="https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Online-version-of-Spring-2021-Newsletter-17-x-11-1.pdf" title="Online-version-of-Spring-2021-Newsletter-17-x-11"]
- [House of Hope Concert to Benefit Home of the Sparrow](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2021/04/05/house-of-hope-concert-to-benefit-home-of-the-sparrow/) - Join us from the comfort of your home for West Chester East High School's virtual House of Hope Concert benefitting Home of the Sparrow. The students will be performing virtually Friday, April 9th at 7:00 PM. We hope you will spend your Friday night enjoying the performances of these talented students! Click the Zoom link
- [#LoveIsHome Door Decorating Contest Photos](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2021/02/12/loveishome-door-decorating-contest-photos/) - Thank you to everyone who decorated for a mission for our #LoveIsHome campaign. Enjoy looking through the photo submissions below!
- [Sending Love, Delivering Hope](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2021/01/11/valentines-dayhttps-www-homeofthesparrow-org-p4148previewtrue/) - Click here to purchase your gift! We are working with cupid (and the post office) to ensure the delivery of your card by February 14. We apologize for any delays!
- [#ADoorForEveryone Winners Announced](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2020/10/29/adoorforeveryone-winners-announced/) - We want to thank everyone who participated in our 2020 #ADoorForEveryone contest. Your participation raised awareness and support of our mission here at Home of the Sparrow. We also want to thank our generous sponsors whose donations are helping to keep our women and children out of the trauma of homelessness. Take a peek at
- [Be a Sponsor of our Door Decorating Contest!](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2020/09/17/become-a-sponsor-for-our-door-decorating-contest/)
- [The High Cost of Living in Chester County](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2020/09/14/the-high-cost-of-living-in-chester-county/) - Did you know that average monthly costs for one parent and two children are over $6,000 in Chester County? Check out our fact sheet below to see why it is so hard to achieve housing and financial security in our county.
- [Update for our Volunteers and Friends](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2020/08/19/update-for-our-volunteers-and-friends/) - It's hard to believe that we are at the 5-month mark since the pandemic began. We’ve been busy and now we would like to update you on our work: We never closed. First, we worked remotely, but always had at least one person in the office at all times. When Pennsylvania entered the "green" phase,
- [Back-to-School Success for Home of the Sparrow Children](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2020/08/11/back-to-school-success-for-home-of-the-sparrow-children/) - Among the many unknowns in this age of COVID-19, is how school will look for children this fall. What is known, however, is that every child will need school supplies so that learning, regardless of its format, can begin in the best possible way. We are pleased to report that thanks to our donors, 75
- [Back-To-School Program 2020](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2020/06/17/back-to-school-program-2020/) - Believe it or not we are already thinking about back to school here at Home of the Sparrow! While the new school year is an exciting time, it can also be a stressful time when faced with a limited budget. With your help, we can ensure our children go back to school with the things
- [Hope at Home Virtual Concert Benefits Home of the Sparrow](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2020/06/11/hope-at-home-virtual-concert-benefits-home-of-the-sparrow/) - For the past ten years East High School in the West Chester School District has chosen Home of the Sparrow as the beneficiary of their House of Hope concert. This year, because of the COVID-19 pandemic, they needed to pivot to a virtual concert. With hard work and determination they put on an outstanding talent
- [A Message From Home of the Sparrow](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2020/06/08/a-message-from-home-of-the-sparrow/) - For years, the staff at Home of the Sparrow has used our unique programming to help women and their children from all walks of life to obtain stable housing and to chart a path towards self-sufficiency and long-term financial stability. It is our job and our privilege to prevent women and children from experiencing the
- [#GivingTuesdayNow, Thank You!](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2020/05/07/givingtuesdaynow-thanks/) - We cannot say thank you enough to all who have donated to our #GivingTuesdayNow #GivingGarage campaign! It's because of you that we can continue to help women and children in Chester County! Read More Here https://www.facebook.com/firespringmarketing/videos/238021474116754/
- [Home of the Sparrow Spring 2020 Newsletter #SparrowStrong](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2020/05/01/home-of-the-sparrow-spring-2020-newsletter-sparrowstrong/) - Things haven't stopped moving here at Home of the Sparrow! Find out what we have been up to in our Spring 2020 Newsletter: ONLINE VERSION_ Final Spring 2020 newsletter
- [Help us Fill Our #GivingGarage on May 5 for #GivingTuesdayNow](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2020/04/17/help-us-fill-our-givinggarage-on-may-5-for-givingtuesdaynow/) - #GivingTuesdayNow is a global day of giving and unity, set to take place on May 5, 2020 as an emergency response to the unprecedented need caused by COVID-19. Home of the Sparrow will be participating, and we would love to have your support. Because of the donations that we received during our Winter-White-Out Drive in
- [Exciting New Partnership](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2017/01/24/partnership-with-dr-lindsey-marshall-dentist/) - We have an exciting new partnership to announce! Dr. Lindsey Marshall, award-winning cosmetic and neuromuscular dentist in Ardmore, PA is partnering with Home of the Sparrow. Dr. Marshall will be donating complimentary dental services to participants in our programs beginning this January. For women with low and very low incomes it is often impossible to
- [25 Years of Ending and Preventing Homelessness](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2019/06/28/25thgala/) - 25 Years of Ending and Preventing Homelessness On June 1, 2019, we looked back at a quarter century of outstanding volunteerism and dedication to make our community stronger. At the same time, we celebrated what we have accomplished in 25 years of service. In 2018/19 alone, we helped 759 women and children to prevent and
- [A dream coming true – a stable home](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2019/02/25/a-dream-coming-true/) - Home of the Sparrow’s Supportive Housing Program helps single mothers and women in Chester County who are struggling to afford rent, despite working full-time. While we provide a modest rental subsidy for up to 12 months, we also help each participant gain long-term stability with financial skills training, employment coaching and access to health and
- [Home of the Sparrow Program Participant Receives Self-Sufficiency Award](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2018/10/18/self-sufficiency/) - Each year, the Community Action Association of Pennsylvania (CAAP) Self-Sufficiency Awards showcase how Community Action Agencies support an individual's path toward self-sufficiency. Award winners have endured a lack of resources that threatened health, safety, family stability, and perhaps life itself. The CAAP Self-Sufficiency Awards are a way to acknowledge recipients for their hard work and
- [Back-to-School – Home of the Sparrow kids start the new school year with a splash](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2018/08/08/back-to-school-home-2018/) - At Home of the Sparrow, we believe that all women and children should have safe and stable homes. Education is a critical building block for making bright futures without any fears of homelessness. Therefore, we want all children to have what they need to succeed in school. This includes a stable home, but also school
- [Housing Insecurity Happens in Every Zip Code - Home of the Sparrow’s off-site hours make it easier to get help.](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2018/08/03/off-site-hours/) - Rolling hills, country roads, forests and an abundance of space are part of what make Chester County so special. But the rural character many of us love so much can pose challenges for families who are struggling with housing. That’s because the long distances and sporadic public transport make it difficult for people in need
- [Home of the Sparrow's 23rd Annual Gala - A truly enchanting evening](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2018/06/14/gala/) - On June 9th, Home of the Sparrow hosted its 23rd Annual Gala at the Phelps School in Malvern. More than 340 guests were welcomed by Stacy Sempier (Gala Chair), Barbara Dougherty (Board President) and Michelle E. Venema (Chief Executive Officer) to an Enchanted Woodland. The Gala is always a very important night for Home of
- [Home of the Sparrow believed in me - Rachel's story](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2018/06/06/2115/) - Only 3 years ago, Rachel was close to losing her home. With a Graduate Degree in her pocket, she never thought she would face homelessness. We began partnering with her during this difficult time and are proud to see where she is now. Rachel holds a leadership position, protecting the rights of children in our
- [Home of the Sparrow receives competitive PHARE funding](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2018/05/01/phare/) - We are thrilled to announce that we are receiving $190.000 in PHARE funding. The Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement Fund (PHARE) has been established in 2010 and the selection process is extremely competitive. We are proud to be one of three recipients in Chester County. What will the PHARE funds do? We will use
- [What happened to you? Childhood trauma and its life-long impact.](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2018/04/03/whathappenedtoyou/) - Home of the Sparrow and the Chester County ACEs Coalition (CCAC) are reshaping the conversation around trauma and adversity in our community. Chelsea Buckley, our Program Coordinator for Health and Supportive Services and Coordinator of the Chester County ACEs Coalition recently talked to the Chester County Medicine Journal about childhood trauma and its life-long effects. Adverse Childhood
- [A Safe Home for the First Time in Years](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2017/12/29/safe-home-first-time-years/) - When You Don't Feel Safe in Your Home Violence and abuse in relationships is one of leading causes for homelessness among women and children in the United States. The numbers are shocking. The majority of women in our programs, 57 percent state that they have been in an emotionally or physically abusive relationship. Heather* is
- [Home of the Sparrow's Annual Holiday Party](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2017/12/22/holiday-party/) - Our annual Holiday party is the biggest event for our participants every year. This makes it an absolute highlight for the Home of the Sparrow team. Current participants and program graduates get together to eat, laugh, and catch up on old and new friendships. With the help of our volunteers, we created a holiday shop
- [Happy Holidays from our C.E.O. - Michelle E. Venema](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2017/12/22/happy-holidays/) - Dear Friends, Happy Holidays! What an exciting year of change it has been here at Home of the Sparrow. It gives me such joy to look back on my first year as C.E.O. of Home of the Sparrow and the great accomplishments we have had. Through the extraordinary support from our donors and volunteers, we
- [5 Reasons why women in their 50s face homelessness in Chester County](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2017/12/07/5-reasons-women-50s-face-homelessness-chester-county/) - In our 50s, we all want to be at a point where we have financial stability and happiness in our professional and private lives. For many women, especially single mothers, this scenario might never become a reality. While they work, raise families, tend to their relatives and care for their community – single women are
- [We're hiring - WRAP Program Coordinator](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2017/12/04/hiring-wrap-program-coordinator/) - We are hiring a full-time WRAP Program Coordinator. The Program Coordinator will work directly with justice-involved participants by partnering with the Chester County Adult Probation to support them with housing stability and other supportive services to reduce recidivism. This position will report to the Director of Programs. ACCOUNTABILITIES: Utilizing a trauma-informed approach, provide field-based,
- [Divorced and suddenly homeless. Now, Molly is building a new life.](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2017/09/06/newlife/) - After getting divorced, Molly just wants peace, quiet and safety. At the Catherine Twomey House, she can recover from the trauma of losing her home and ending her marriage. What happened On the outside, her life seemed stable. She is very involved in her church, she has an established and rewarding job and, until recently, she
- [Back-to-School and Fun at the Pool](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2017/08/23/back-to-school-and-fun-at-the-pool/) - We recently hosted our summer BBQ and pool day at Church Farm School. The experience was great fun for the mothers and children in our programs, our volunteers and staff. We also distributed our Back-to-School backpacks, which helped us bring school supplies, clothes, and backpacks to 81 children. We were able to bring many smiles to our
- [Homelessness in Chester County - 5 things you need to know](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2017/07/17/homelessness-chester-county/) - Most people know that homelessness exists, but for many, the issue seems distant. 1. The numbers In Chester County, 1,232 people entered the shelter system in 2016. Among them, 994 experienced homelessness for the first time. Out of 1,002 individuals who stayed in an individual shelter or a family shelter, 451 were female. 240 were
- [HOS Graduate Becomes Homeowner](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2017/01/17/275/) - Life had turned upside down when Mary’s husband passed away unexpectedly. Their son was still young, and although Mary had a stable and rewarding job, it became tough to pay her bills by herself. Most of the women we partner with are in similar situations when they come to Home of the Sparrow. An unexpected
- [Well-Prepared to Head Back-to-School!](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2017/01/17/well-prepared-to-head-back-to-school/) - August 29, 2016 Each year we ask our generous supporters to help our children prepare for the school year through our Back-to-School Program. Many of our families are unable to purchase the school supplies a child will need to have a successful academic year. Most children head back to school in a new outfit and
- [Jazz on the Main Line 2017](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2017/07/05/jazz-main-line-2017/) - On June 17, 2017, we successfully held our much anticipated 22nd annual fundraising gala, Jazz on the Main Line. The beautiful Tuscan themed event took place on Saturday, June 17, 2017 at the Phelps School in Malvern. The gala evening was presented by Malvern Federal. Throughout the evening, we raised approximately net $162,000. These funds will benefit women and children
- [HOS Cuts the Ribbon at the Catherine Twomey House](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2017/01/17/hos-cut-the-ribbon-at-the-catherine-twomey-house/) - October 10, 2016 When Home of the Sparrow originally purchased the Catherine Twomey House we knew it would need some renovations, but we had no idea just how much. We had to bring the house down to the studs and replace everything from cobblestones to electrical wiring. Now, the house is fully renovated and after
- [ACEs Coalition- Creating a Healthier Community](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2017/02/15/chester-county-aces-coalition/) - We have always known that traumatic experiences leave a lasting mark on children. But the understanding that Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) permanently change a person’s physical and mental health is relatively new. The Kaiser Study Kaiser Permanente, a national insurance company, conducted the first ACEs study from 1995-1997 with 17,000 health maintenance organization workers. They discovered that
- [Preventing homelessness through education? Home of the Sparrow shows how it works](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2017/03/15/preventing-homelessness/) - Everyone who has navigated the college system or vocational training programs knows how daunting it can be to secure funding for education, meet prerequisites, write applications and most of all – make the right choice. For many single women and mothers in our programs, this is not the only obstacle to furthering their education. Fire-fighting
- [Brunch with Renoir and Cézanne at the Barnes](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2017/04/03/brunch-renoir-cezanne-barnes-foundation/) - This weekend we kicked off our partnership with the Barnes Foundation. After six years, we knew it was time to bring something new to our annual women’s dinner. Every year, we organize a get-together for the mothers in our programs to re-charge and leave the challenges of everyday life behind for a couple of hours.
- [Home of the Sparrow Transformed my Life](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2017/06/22/home-sparrow-transformed-life/) - Karyn recently graduated from our Supportive Housing Program and she is now part of our Graduate Program. She recently shared how Home of the Sparrow transformed her life at the Exton Region Chamber of Commerce Non-profit Luncheon on June 6, 2017. I was doing everything I could When I first came to Home of the Sparrow,
- [Are volunteers happier and healthier?](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2017/04/24/happier-healthier/) - Home of the Sparrow’s volunteers make our community stronger and Chester County a better place to live in. But they might also be happier and healthier. A growing body of evidence shows that helping others improves our health, well-being and potentially increases our lifespan. Over the past two decades, thousands of volunteers helped us to provide
- [Merry Christmas from Home of the Sparrow](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2017/01/17/269/) - December 24, 2016 I could not imagine a better time to come on board as the new Chief Executive Officer. Patricia McLennan, who will officially retire at the end of the month, has done an outstanding job in building and growing this organization with heart and courage and it is a great honor for me
- [Making Memories at the Holiday Party](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2017/01/17/making-memories-at-the-holiday-party/) - December 14, 2016 Every year, Home of the Sparrow holds a holiday party for our clients and graduates. This is one of our favorite events throughout the year. Home of the Sparrow empowers mothers, single women and children with supportive housing services. To make the holidays special for the women we partner with,
- [HOS Takes a New Approach to Trauma](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2017/01/17/hos-takes-a-new-approach-to-trauma/) - August 18, 2016 About a year ago, our Home of the Sparrow’s Program Coordinators were seeing more and more women and children in our programs who were struggling with so many issues and crises– both past and present- that they had trouble simply functioning on a daily basis. It made it difficult for their participants

## Pages

- [Home](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/) - Help us end homelessness for women and children in Chester County! We provide supportive housing services to single women and mothers.
- [Supportive Housing Program](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/services/supportive-housing-services/) - The Supportive Housing Program provides rental assistance and supportive services for 3 to 12 months. Eligible participants have a lease in their name, and steady income but are in danger of becoming homeless. During their tenure in the program, our women work hard to improve their job skills and increase their income. Because
- [Events](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/events/) - We hope you will join us in 2026!Power of the Purse Fashion Show The Desmond Thursday, October 29th *details to follow in August
- [Flyer Download: 2026 Golf Outing](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/events/flyer-golf-outing/) - Home of The Sparrow 2026 Golf OutingWaynesborough Country Club Monday, June 1st, 2026Click the image or button below to download the PDF flyer.Download The Flyer (PDF)
- [Donate Today](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/donations/) - Thank you for your interest in supporting the women and children we serve. To make a cash donation, please use the yellow button below or contact Kathleen Sanger ksanger@homeofthesparrow.org. If you are interested in volunteering, making an in-kind donation, or organizing a drive for us, please email Geisa Corbitt gcorbitt@homeofthesparrow.org. Feel free to reach out
- [Volunteer Incentives](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/volunteer-incentives/)
- [Matching Gifts](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/matching-gifts/)
- [Planned Giving](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/monthly-donations/planned-giving/) - Leave your legacy at Home of the Sparrow and support us through a bequest or planned gift. Home of the Sparrow offers innovative ways of giving that can be tailored to your specific financial and estate planning needs, including: Securities (Stock) Transfers Naming Home of the Sparrow as a beneficiary in your will Naming Home
- [Who We Are](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/who-we-are/) - Leadership Team Michelle Venema Chief Executive Officer Read More Michelle Venema The story of Michelle, our Chief Executive Officer, is a true inspiration. Thirty years ago, she started at First National Bank of Chester County as a bank teller and worked her way up to the role of Executive Vice President of Business Banking. There
- [Volunteer with Home of The Sparrow](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/volunteers/) - Here at Home of the Sparrow when you become a volunteer, you’re family! We are happy you’re here to learn about volunteer opportunities at Home of the Sparrow! While HOS volunteers do not work directly with our program participants, there are many ways to be involved that directly impact their lives. We are a small
- [Financials and Reports](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/financials-reports/) - Our Financials, Transparency and Accountability Home of the Sparrow is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and we are proud of our financials. We exist on nearly 100% philanthropy. A very small portion of our income is generated through program fees. These are set on a sliding scale for program participants who are able to help
- [Board of Directors](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/board-of-directors/) - Home of the Sparrow’s Board of Directors is committed to preventing and ending homelessness for women and children in our community. Since 1994, Home of the Sparrow has helped thousands of women and children in Chester County break the cycle of poverty and homelessness. We provide supportive housing services, emergency assistance to prevent evictions or
- [2025 Annual Fashion Show - Power of The Purse](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2025-annual-fashion-show/) - Event Tickets Sponsorships Handbag Raffle Get Ready for a Night of Fashion, Fun, and Purpose Our annual Power of the Purse Fashion Show is on Thursday, October 30th at The Desmond in Malvern at 5:00pm. Guests will enjoy: Boutique shopping while sipping cocktails and savoring hors d’oeuvres – a perfect chance to kick off your holiday shopping and
- [Contact](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/contact/) - Our Office 969 E. Swedesford Road, Exton PA 19341. Get Directions » Our Hours Monday 9am-5pm Tuesday 9am-5pm Wednesday 9am-5pm Thursday 9am-5pm Friday 9am-12pm Saturday Closed Sunday Closed Contact Us Phone: 610-647-4940 Fax: 610-240-7268 Email: info@homeofthesparrow.org Service InquirySend
- [Shared Housing Program](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/services/shared-housing-program/) - Shared Housing is between a homeowner and a woman seeking an affordable housing solution. The Shared Housing Staff facilitates matches to create “win-win”, arrangements that provide additional income, security and companionship for older homeowners. Who Can Share Housing? Home providers who live in Chester County Home seekers who live in Chester County or
- [Mission And Guiding Principles](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/mission-and-services/) - Our Mission Home of the Sparrow partners with women facing homelessness to secure housing and achieve long-term stability. Our Guiding Principles Resiliency: We build women’s strength, confidence, and life skills to put them in control of their lives and to improve their ability to face challenges in the future. Compassion: We serve and we lead
- [Resource Directory](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/services/resource-directory/) - Home of the Sparrow partners with single women and children facing homelessness in Chester County. If you are in immediate need for shelter, please call 2-1-1. Resources on this page include: Homelessness Shelter / Affordable Apartment Search View Section Affordable Healthcare View Section Trouble Affording Food View Section Counseling View Section Domestic Violence / Victim
- [Pre-Senior Housing](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/services/pre-senior-housing/) - The Pre-Senior Housing program serves as a transitional home for women 55–62 years old with wage income who are in need of safe and affordable housing. We have a home in West Chester that offers a communal setting, and a home in Coatesville offering private apartment living. While residing in our home,
- [Women's Reentry and Assessment Program (WRAP)](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/wrap/) - The Women’s Re-Entry Assessment Program (WRAP), is a collaboration with the County’s Adult Probation, Parole and Pretrial Office and Home of the Sparrow. We “wrap” each justice-involved woman with personalized services to meet her individual needs. Stable housing is key to reducing recidivism rates. We help women regain their dignity, re-enter the community, and create
- [Graduate Outreach Program](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/services/graduate-outreach-program/) - Our long-term support network for our graduates provides budgeting assistance, access to family- friendly events, community donations including school supplies, holiday gifts, and bags of products and supplies not covered by SNAP or other public benefits. We are proud that graduates often refer women to us, hoping that they, will also succeed. Submit Service
- [Eviction Prevention Program](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/services/eviction-prevention-program/) - Despite working full time, homelessness can be as close as one late rent payment. For the working poor, an unexpected expense can turn into a crisis because living paycheck to paycheck means no savings account to turn to in case of emergency. When there is a car repair, for example, women must choose
- [Services](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/services/) - No woman or child should have to experience the trauma of homelessness. Through our programs we support single women and mothers in need of safe and affordable housing. We have 30 years of experience as a trusted community partner and we have helped more than 2500 women since 1994. Home of the Sparrow is an
- [Stories](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/stories/) - Meeting women where they are... *All client names and photos are changed to protect the client’s privacy. Meet Cleo In 2003, Cleo left a toxic relationship. She packed up her three young boys and some baby clothes for the child she was expecting and walked away from everything she knew – her home, her possessions,
- [Volunteer](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/volunteer/) - Here at Home of the Sparrow when you become a volunteer, you’re family! We are happy you’re here to learn about volunteer opportunities at Home of the Sparrow! While HOS volunteers do not work directly with our program participants, there are many ways to be involved that directly impact their lives. We are a small
- [About Us](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/homelessness/) - Preventing Homelessness in Chester County We believe that no woman or child should ever experience the trauma of homelessness in Chester County. Based on over two decades of experience, we have a holistic strategy to help single women and mothers who are in danger of losing their homes. Founded in 1994 as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we support
- [2022 Spring Gala Gallery](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/2022-spring-gala/)
- [Donate](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/donate/) - Donate to Home of the Sparrow to help us end homelessness for women and children in Chester County. We believe that no woman or child should have to experience the trauma of homelessness in our community. Your gift makes it possible for Home of the Sparrow to support single women, mothers and their children, pre-senior
- [Donation: 2021 Back-to-School](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/donation/) - 2021 Back-to-School DriveServing Women and Children in Chester County, Pennsylvania Home of the Sparrow is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our EIN number is 23-2775004.
- [Subscribe to Our E-Newsletter](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/subscribe/) - Get the latest news from Home of the Sparrow! InstagramThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name* First Last Email* Address* City AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific State CAPTCHAHumans only! Δ
- [Make A One-Time Donation](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/single-donation/) - Make a one-time donation to Home of The Sparrow Serving Women and Children in Chester County, Pennsylvania Home of the Sparrow is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our EIN number is 23-2775004.
- [Apply to Volunteer with Home of the Sparrow](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/get-involved-contact/) - Are you interested in getting involved with Home of the Sparrow? Please fill out the form and we will get back to you as soon as possible. Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Name *FirstLastEmail *Phone *Please tell us more about your volunteer interests and your skills *MessageSubmit
- [Hope at Home Event Donations](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/donations/hope-at-home/) - A warm welcome to the viewers, performers and supporters of the Hope at Home Virtual Concert! We are so grateful to have been selected once again as the beneficiary of this special event. With your help, our mission to prevent the trauma of homelessness for women and children in Chester County will be strengthened. Thank you
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- [Thank You for Your Donation!](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/donation-thanks/) - Thank you for your generous donation! Together, we are changing lives by preventing women and children in Chester County from experiencing the trauma of homelessness. If you have any questions, please reach out to us. We look forward to keeping you up-to-date on our mission. Please check your email in-box for a thank you message
- [Thank You for Being a Sponsor!](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/sponsor-thanks/) - Thank you for your generous sponsorship! Together, we are changing lives by preventing women and children in Chester County from experiencing the trauma of homelessness. If you have any questions, please reach out to us. We look forward to keeping you up-to-date on our mission. Please check your email in-box for a thank you message.
- [2020 Black & White Gala](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/gala-2020/) - 2020 Black & White Gala I am pleased to invite you to take part in our Annual Gala Celebration to support our mission of preventing women and children in Chester County from experiencing homelessness. This festive and fun event is an opportunity for you (and your family or group) to demonstrate your philanthropic support for
- [* TEST * Corporate Sponsorship Signup](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/gala-2020/sponsorships/corporate/signup/) - Corporate Sponsorship SignupPay with Credit CardPay by CheckPay with Credit CardPay by Check2020 Gala Sponsorships2020 Black & White Gala Sponsorship Overview Individual Sponsorship Individual Sponsorship Signup Corporate Sponsorship Corporate Sponsorship Signup Click to download printable PDF Corporate Sponsor signup form.
- [* TEST * Individual Sponsorship Signup](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/gala-2020/sponsorships/individual/signup/) - Individual Sponsorship SignupPay with Credit CardPay by CheckPay with Credit CardPay by Check2020 Gala Sponsorships2020 Black & White Gala Sponsorship Overview Individual Sponsorship Individual Sponsorship Signup Corporate Sponsorship Corporate Sponsorship Signup Click to download printable PDF Individual Sponsor signup form.
- [* TEST * Corporate Sponsorship Page](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/gala-2020/sponsorships/corporate/) - 2020 Gala Corporate Sponsorships I am pleased to invite you to take part in our Annual Gala Celebration to support our mission of preventing women and children in Chester County from experiencing homelessness. This festive and fun event is an opportunity for you (and your family or group) to demonstrate your philanthropic support for our
- [* TEST * Individual Sponsorship Page](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/gala-2020/sponsorships/individual/) - 2020 Gala Individual Sponsorships I am pleased to invite you to take part in our Annual Gala Celebration to support our mission of preventing women and children in Chester County from experiencing homelessness. This festive and fun event is an opportunity for you (and your family or group) to demonstrate your philanthropic support for our
- [* TEST * Sponsorship Page](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/gala-2020/sponsorships/) - 2020 Gala Sponsorship Opportunities I am pleased to invite you to take part in our Annual Gala Celebration to support our mission of preventing women and children in Chester County from experiencing homelessness. This festive and fun event is an opportunity for you (and your family or group) to demonstrate your philanthropic support for our
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- [Service Inquiry](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/service-inquiry/) - Thank you for your interest in the programs offered by Home of the Sparrow. Please fill out the form in its entirety and someone from our program team will reach out to you within two business days. Please make sure to include all current members of your household in the comments. EmailThis field is for
- [Holiday Gift Program](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/holiday-gift-program/) - 2019 Holiday Gift Program Donor FormSpreading Cheer over the Holidays - Home of the Sparrow's Holiday Gift Program The women and mothers in our programs work incredibly hard to become stable and self-sufficient. They are on tight budgets, with little to no extra funds for holiday gifts and activities. Together, we can alleviate some of
- [See You At The Fashion Show!](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/see-you-at-the-fashion-show/) - Thank you for puchasing your tickets to the Annual Fashion Show 2019! One more thing before you go. Please fill out if the form below for meal options and who you would like to be seated with. If you have purchased any of the tickets below please fill in the info included with your ticket
- [Jazz on the Main Line Photo Gallery](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/jazz-main-line/) - Jazz on the Main Line 2017 Jazz on the Main Line was presented by Malvern Federal this year. The proceeds of this gorgeous gala evening benefit women and children in Chester County who are in danger of losing their homes or experiencing homelessness. The beautiful Tuscan themed event took place on Saturday, June 17, 2017 at the
- [Thank You and See You There!](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/thank-you-and-see-you-there/) - Thank you for purchasing tickets for our Fashion Show! All proceeds support women and children facing or experiencing homelessness in Chester County to build better futures for themselves and their children. Home of the Sparrow is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Federal E.I.N. 23-2775004. The Tax deductible amount per Fashion Show ticket is the dollar amount above
- [Thank You!](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/thank-you/) - Thank you for donating to Home of the Sparrow to help us end homelessness for women and children in Chester County. We believe that no woman or child should have to experience the trauma of homelessness in our community. Your gift makes it possible for Home of the Sparrow to support single women, mothers and
- [25th Anniversary Gala](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/gala/) - Save the Date for Home of the Sparrow's 25th Anniversary Gala! For our 25th Anniversary Gala, we are transforming the unique Field House of the The Phelps School in Malvern into a marvelous event space that will captivate our guests. We are celebrating the women and children who escaped the cycle of poverty and homelessness
- [Contact us for Services](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/contact-us-services/) - Please fill out the contact form below and we will get back to you as soon as we can. If you would like to speak to a program coordinator, please call us at 610-647-4940 from 8.30 am - 5.00 pm from Monday through Thursday and from 8.30 am - 4.00 pm on Fridays. Please enable
- [Enchanted Woodlands](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/enchanted/) - This event is in the past. Magic is in the air For our 23rd Annual Gala, we are transforming The Phelps School’s Field House into air-conditioned Enchanted Woodlands. Anything is possible during this enchanting gala evening. Our guests can escape the heat of summer and spend a magical evening in a lush and green woodland.
- [Tables and Individual Sponsorships](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/tables-and-individual-sponsorships/) - Maximize your impact with a sponsorship! For questions about tables and sponsorships, please contact Carolyn McKenna-Sloat at cmckenna@homeofthesparrow.org or 610-647-4940. Haute Couture – $5,000 Includes 10 tickets/ 1 reserved prime table/ Name in all publicity/ Full-page program ad/ 2 bottles of champagne and 2 bottles of wine at your table. Purchase Prêt-à-porter – $2,500 Includes
- [Terms and Conditions](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/terms-and-conditions/) - Terms and Conditions Making Donations to Pennsylvania Home of the Sparrow (HOS) Delivery: Acknowledgement letters or receipts of your donations, where applicable, will be sent out monthly. You will receive an electronic receipt of your donation via email at the time your donation is made when using our website and utilizing the donate button. You
- [Donate-old](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/donate-to-hos/) - Make a Donation Online - choose an amount or customize your gift [cc_product sku=”25″ display=”inline” quantity=”false” price=”false”] [cc_product sku=”50″ display=”inline” quantity=”false” price=”false”] [cc_product sku=”75″ display=”inline” quantity=”false” price=”false”] [cc_product sku=”100″ display=”inline” quantity=”false” price=”false”] [cc_product sku=”150″ display=”inline” quantity=”false” price=”false”] [cc_product sku=”user-defined” display=”inline” quantity=”false” price=”true”] Other Ways to DonateGive by PhoneCall us at 610-647-4940 Mail in a CheckHome
- [Our History](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/our-history/) - For more than 22 years, Home of the Sparrow has partnered with women and children facing homelessness to secure housing, achieve long-term stability, and chart new paths for their futures. We received non-profit status in 1994 and, soon after, moved our first families into a rented home in Paoli. Two years later we purchased a
- [Why Donate?](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/why-donate/) - Why is Your Donation so Important for Chester County? Average Income Needed To afford the average rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Chester County ($1,210), a household should have an income above $48,400. Average Income Made The average income for women working in healthcare services, personal care or food services is only $27,640. The ProblemHow
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- [Contact - Shared Housing](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/contact-shared-housing/) - Are you interested in our Shared Housing Program? Please fill out the form below or call our Shared Housing Program Coordinator at 610-647-4940 from 8.30 am - 5.00 pm from Monday through Friday.[contact-form-7 id=”813″]
- [Opportunities](https://www.homeofthesparrow.org/jobs/) - We are excited to announce our current job opportunities for a Program Coordinator and a Social Media Intern: Social Media Internship Home of the Sparrow is a nonprofit organization in Exton, PA whose mission is to partner with women facing homelessness to secure housing, achieve long-term stability, and chart new paths for their futures.
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