February Impact: 2023
As the month of February comes to an end we once again take a look at our collective impact numbers that show transformation of lives in our community. Our donors, volunteers, and community members are what makes Mosaic possible, so we want to share the fruits of your labor.
Fresh Start Campaign
This month, our donors gave $2,166.45 to help build the new Transformation Center.
This center will be the new face 1804 M-139, housing not only Mosaic CCDA and Mosaic Resale Store, but also the upcoming Mosaic Cafe, work and training space, and multiple nonprofit partners all in one location! Transformation is coming to SWMI and it’s all thanks to you!
Want to contribute? Click the button below.
Jobs for Life
Throughout February, 7 lives were touched by Jobs for Life.
Our Jobs for Life program has been making lasting impacts on the lives of community members. Last month, graduates spoke about how the program had changed their outlook on life as well as their future.
Want to be a part of Jobs for Life?
Resale Donations
In February, Mosaic Resale received 129 carloads of donated items.
Thanks to all of you, our resale store is booming with donations! From furniture to shoes, each item donated is priced according to its estimated value. This helps us continue to fund our programs, run the store, and train students in customer service and retail.
Here are our donation guidelines.
Court Referral
Last month 65 hours of community service were served at Mosaic. A total of 82 individuals were served by the court referral department overall.
Our Court Referral Program helps individuals complete their court-mandated community service hours by finding them placement and helping to track their hours. When court referrals are sent to Mosaic Resale Store, we strive to offer them a constructive and trauma informed environment to serve their time in.
100 Women Strong
February saw 7 women given aid through 100 Women Strong.
100 Women Strong is a nonprofit partner of Mosaic’s. Our staff helps connect SWMI women with their services and grants.
Are you or someone you know a woman in need of financial assistance?
Waste Prevention
Last month, Mosaic Resale saved 63,700 lbs of goods from SWMI landfills.
One of the goals of Mosaic Resale Store is not only to fund our programs and prepare students through work experience, but to reduce waste in our community. We recycle broken metal and glassware, and the clothes that don’t make it out on the floor are sent to third world countries to help meet clothing needs. Not only will shopping at our resale store promote a healthier environment, donating there will too!
Volunteering
In February, 26 volunteer hours were served.
The work that Mosaic does wouldn’t be possible without the help of every volunteer that walks through our doors. From sorting items in our resale store, to mentoring JFL students, we couldn’t do it without you.
Want to volunteer at Mosaic?
Referral Partner Program
Last month, 21 people were served by our resource referral program.
When one of our partner organizations sees someone in need, they give them a voucher to Mosaic Resale. From lice infestations, to fires, those who are directed to us with a voucher can pick out the items they need from our resale store.
Referral Partner Program
Throughout February, $1,264.35 worth of funds was given through this program.
Thanks to our partners identifying who should receive our vouchers, we are able to identify those who have the most urgent and get items to those who need them.
Feel Good Fridge
Last month, the Feel Good Fridge served 189 Homes and 450 people.
The Feel Good Fridge program gives us another way to provide the resources our community needs to thrive. Through a partnership with Whirlpool Corp. and Feeding America, community members can walk through our doors and pick up free fresh groceries to nourish themselves and their families. We fight to eliminate hunger and worry so that our community can Feel Good.
