The Police Department in Monroe, NC gives back to The Union County's Crisis Assistance Ministry

The police department in Monroe, NC gives back to the Union County Crisis Assistance Ministry.  Twenty one officers have fun by holding an annual event titled..."Mr. Police Sweetheart 2011".   They get out the lipstick, replace their uniform for a dress and crown..."Mr. Police Sweetheart 2011."  A portion of the proceeds go to the Union County Crisis Assistance Ministry.

Here is a bit of history concerning the Union County Crisis Assistance Ministry and how they serve the community. 

 Per their website... www.unioncrisis.org

"Union County Crisis Assistance Ministry was founded 23 years ago by several local pastors. Their churches often learned of families in desperate financial need, but were challenged in verifying which requests were reasonable. They agreed that an agency staffed by persons trained to do social assessments was the answer. This compassion for the needy gave birth to a caring partnership of local ministries and the United Way."

"Many churches now give annually to support Crisis Assistance Ministry
and feel the freedom to refer clients to us. They have found that Crisis Assistance is best able to determine legitimate needs and provide these families the help they need to keep going, and to hold their homes together. We welcome partnerships with new churches which always helps us in caring for their families."    

    "The level and legitimacy of each client's need is verified through a staff interview and assessment process. When a client is designated to receive financial aid, a check is sent directly to their utility company, landlord, or pharmacy. Financial gifts are never given directly to clients."

"In addition, our staff is able to help these families develop a plan for financial management. We can also supply them with emergency non-perishable food and personal hygiene items, as well as business attire for interviews with prospective employers. Our client support center is used to help families search online for affordable local housing and for workshops on how to manage a budget."

Judith Parker, CRS, GRI

Keller Williams

www.CharlotteHomeInfo.com

jparker@kwcharlotte.com