Dear Partners, 

I am honored and excited to share information about Meg’s House and our mission. This is an incredible opportunity that speaks to my passion, skillset, and belief; that all individuals deserve to live a life free from domestic violence and homelessness and have equitable access and opportunities to succeed. 

I am honored to lead an organization that is committed to this shared belief.  For the last 32 years, Meg’s House has helped those experiencing domestic violence lead a healthier life free of domestic violence.  As you may know, our mission is to respond to the needs of those experiencing domestic violence and chronic homelessness in the communities in which we serve. Meg’s House is a highly respected organization led by driven and dedicated staff members that produce results and change lives. And I am thrilled to have the support of our Board Chair, Phil Zigos, and the Board of Directors as I lead this esteemed organization through an exciting new chapter with all of you. 

 Driven by my passion to help those experiencing domestic violence and chronic homelessness, I am eager to build upon the momentum and strategic plan that Meg’s House has created over the last couple of years. As Executive Director, I promise to keep you informed of our progress and growth as we work toward achieving our board’s strategic priorities — To strengthen the board’s capacity to effectively govern the organization, To elevate the community’s awareness about all services provided by Meg’s House and the impact of domestic violence and chronic homelessness on the communities served, To increase a diversified unrestricted funding base by 10% that is sustainable and supports operations within three years, and To strengthen Meg’s House Programs and Services.     

 Our vision is that every individual is loved and valued, giving them the strength and security, they need to flee domestic violence and obtain a stable home. To achieve this, it is imperative that we work collectively as a community to amplify and support those experiencing domestic violence and chronic homelessness. Additionally, we have launched a Prevention Program aimed at providing our youth with information that will be a strong foundation for our students and their families to be successful and free of domestic violence. We are very proud of these students and look forward to continuing working with them side by side to create meaningful change. 

 I look forward to discussing the vision I have for Meg’s House and how important it is for all of us to assist in impacting the lives of those experiencing domestic violence and chronic homelessness. I believe in this community, and I believe in all our collective partnerships combined to create sustainable change. Join me in advancing our mission! 

Sincerely,
Alice Hodges, PhD
Executive Director Meg’s House 

Dear Partners,

On behalf of the board of directors, the staff, and those we serve, I would like to thank you for your support of our mission. Your support is critical as we help victims of domestic violence and individuals who have experienced chronic homelessness reach their full potential. Those in our programs overcame significant barriers and have had major successes. We invite each of you to join us in celebrating their successes!

As we navigate through this unprecedented time in history, our board of directors, dedicated staff, volunteers, and community partners have worked diligently to respond to the needs of domestic violence victims and individuals who are experiencing chronic homelessness. In addition, Meg’s House has responded to COVID-19 by implementing changes based upon the CDC’s recommendations in the domestic violence shelter, in our housing programs, and in our offices. We will continue to adhere to those safe protocols and encourage the staff and residents to do the same.

We are grateful for our partnerships and the technical support from the South Carolina Coalition Against Domestic Violence and the Upstate Continuum of Care. These partners assist Meg’s House to stay abreast of current trends, policy changes, program guidelines, and legislation in the areas of domestic violence and homelessness.

Meg’s House plans to continue to be a leader in our community responding to the needs of domestic violence victims and those experiencing chronic homelessness. As advocates in the areas of domestic violence and chronic homelessness, Meg’s House provides local support, information, and assistance to agencies, churches, schools, colleges, universities, and businesses.

Our goals for 2020 and beyond include increasing prevention efforts, more awareness, and creating inclusive safe spaces for everyone. Additionally, we plan to sustain our partnerships with stakeholders to reduce the number of domestic violence related cases and save lives. We invite you to remain supportive of our efforts because together we can make a difference and have a significant impact in our community. Regardless of your role, you are a necessary partner in helping those we serve rebuild their lives. #REBUILDINGSTARTSHERE

Sincerely,
Alice Hodges, PhD
Executive Director