Anne Frank House has developed an efficient, low-cost model for providing long term supportive housing – without government grants and with low client turnover.
We measure success by clients receiving needed support services and remaining mentally stable and self-reliant while living in the community.
How We Have Achieved Our Success
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Slow and steady growth. By growing gradually and serving a small number of clients within our capacity and resources.
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Effective volunteer board. By recruiting board members with a passion for ending homelessness and expertise in real estate, social services and nonprofit management.
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Strong partnerships. By building cooperative working relationships with social service providers such as Friendship Place.
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Property acquisition. By acquiring condominiums and leasing rental properties within our budget.
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Fundraising. By consistently raising a significant portion of our operating budget from individual donors, foundations and corporate supporters.
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Community education. By building community awareness about homelessness and raising funds through mini-walks and presentations to area schools, including the Adas Israel Religious School and the Milton Gottesman Jewish Day School of the Nation’s Capital.