Tempe Leadership Class XXV would like to thank the community for all their support. We exceeded our fundraising goal of $25,000 by $6,000. The additional funding will be used for operations and ongoing maintenance of the mobile shower trailer.





We would like to thank all the individuals who donated either through the Working Poor Tax Credit or by purchasing raffle tickets. We would also like to thank Whole Foods Market, Phoenix Suns, D.P. Electric, Inc., Gracie's Thrift, Dave's Electric Brew Pub, Caliente Construction, Inc., Missio Dei Communities, APS, SRP and Representative Harry Mitchell for their monetary or in-kind donations. This project would not be possible without the support of the community. We are very thankful.





Class XXV would like to give special recognition to the Dial Corporation. They provided the dollar amount needed to exceed our fundraising goal and they will be providing the hygiene products for the showers, and even towels. Dial is also wrapping the trailer and has made a long time commitment to sustaining Shower Power as a community amenity. Their commitment to Shower Power is greatly appreciated.

Monday, February 15, 2010

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                         
Feb. 10, 2010                                                                     

Contact:
Tanya Chavez
Tempe Leadership Class XXV
(480) 250-5181                                                                                                                             
info@showerpower.org                                                                                   

                                                                     

Tempe Leadership Class XXV raising money to provide showers for the working homeless


TEMPE, Ariz. –  Tempe Leadership Class XXV, a nonprofit, tax-exempt, community-spirited program of the Tempe Chamber of Commerce, is seeking monetary donations to purchase a mobile shower unit for homeless individuals who participate in Interfaith Homeless Emergency Program (I-HELP).  The project, known as “Shower Power,” will allow the working homeless in Tempe the most basic human dignity and aiding their competiveness in the workforce.  Tempe Community Action Agency (TCAA) is a nonprofit human services organization that manages
I-HELP.  Seven nights a week, 11 faith-based organizations open up their facilities to provide shelter, food and other services to the growing population of working homeless in our community through the I-HELP program. 

There are no shelters or day services for the homeless in Tempe.  Showers are currently available on a first-come-first-served basis only twice a week.  At least 30% of those benefiting from
I-HELP who have obtained jobs, have then lost those jobs due to their inability to bathe.  Shower Power will enable working homeless will be able to shower seven days a week and help them to get and keep jobs while moving towards self sufficiency.

Class XXV has risen over $14,000 in pursuit of its fundraising goal of $25,000.  Below is a list of donation opportunities:
1.    Mail your tax-deductible donation (made out to Tempe Leadership) to: Tempe (Leadership, PO Box 28500, Tempe AZ 85285. (Put “Shower Power in the memo line of the check)  
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2.    Donate online at www.tempeaction.org to community partner, Tempe Community Action Agency and receive a state tax credit of up to $200 per person ($400 for a couple). (click “Donate Now” and choose Shower Power from the drop-down menu)
3.    Shop at Whole Foods Tempe (Rural and Baseline) on Wednesday, February 24: 5% of their earnings will benefit Shower Power.
For more information about Shower Power, visit www.showerpower.org  or call (480) 250-5181.

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