A LETTERTHANKS

Dear Friends,

We are pleased to share this prospectus with you. It not only outlines our successes of 2011, but looks ahead to the future of Carpenter’s Shelter. We are extremely proud of what we have accomplished, but even more excited to see what the future holds.

Everyone involved with Carpenter’s Shelter: staff, volunteers, partners and donors, shares a common spirit of compassion Everyone involved with Carpenter’s Shelter: staff, volunteers, partners and donors, shares a common spirit of compassion for those less fortunate. We provide shelter, but Carpenter’s Shelter is “more than just a roof.” Over the past 23 years, we have expanded our program and educational workshops to support our clients. Though it is our hope that everyone who steps through our doors never returns to homelessness. This year we amended our mission statement in order to better align with the educational programming offered to our clients. As Carpenter’s expands, so does the reach of our continuum of care.

This prospectus shows how Carpenter’s Shelter’s new mission statement aligns with our programming. Our mission This prospectus shows how Carpenter’s Shelter’s new mission statement aligns with our programming. Our mission provides a clear direction for the future of Carpenter’s Shelter and better explains how we plan to break the cycle of poverty.

Without generous donors such as yourself, Carpenter’s Shelter would not be able to continue the great work that it does. Your time, money and compassion allows us to keep moving forward. Thank you for your continued support.

Warmly,

Lissette S. Bishins Matt SheldonExecutive Director Chairman of the Board

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OFBOARDDIRECTORS

MATT SHELDON, ESQ.CHAIR

VAL HAWKINSVICE-CHAIR

JEFF CRESKOFFTREASURER

ANTHONY LOWE, ESQ.ANTHONY LOWE, ESQ.SECRETARY

BRENDA DOHERTY

CARSON LEE FIFER JR. ESQ.

CHARLOTTE HALL

COLLIN MOLLER

DAVID SPECK

JEREMY FLACHS, ESQ.

JIM COAKLEY

KERRY DONLEY

KIM JACKSON, CPA

PETER LUNTPETER LUNT

RITA GRAZDA

TOM CLARK

CARPENTER’SNEWMISSION

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“Carpenter’s Shelter provides SHELTER, GUIDANCE,

EDUCATION, and ADVOCACY for homeless individuals and families who seek sustainable independence

and stability.

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CARPENTER’S BYTHE NUMBERS

Every year, the RESIDENTIAL SHELTER shelters over 300 homeless individuals and families. But here at Carpenter’s Shelter, we’re MORE THAN JUST A ROOF. Each resident participates in a comprehensive case management program, designed to

educate and assist with their transition back into the community.

DAVID’S PLACE DAY SHELTER DAVID’S PLACE DAY SHELTER is the only facility in the area that addresses the basic needs of the chronically homeless population. OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK, David’s Place services approximatly 30 individuals daily, providing access to: showers, computers,

laundry and an address to receive mail.

Carpenter’s Shelter serves as the officialCarpenter’s Shelter serves as the official WINTER SHELTER for the City of Alexandria. In coordination with 3 local churches, the winter shelter runs from Nov - April. Carpenter’s

provides chronically homeless individuals with a safe refuge from illness, injury and death caused by exposure to harsh winter weather.

Carpenter’s Shelter owns FOUR APARTMENTS at the Lynnhaven Complex whichprovide transitional housing for individuals and families transitioning back into the

community.

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Being in this apartment really helped me REACH MY GOAL of getting a permanent house for my children. Now I am moving from your apartment toHOUSING I CAN AFFORD on my own.- Transitional Housing Resident

SHELTER

GUIDANCE

“I am NOT judged.

90% OF OUR AFTERCARE CLIENTS DO NOT RETURN TO HOMELESSNESS. But what about the other 10%? Each of our clients face different barriers to success and, for Jane, like many others, SUBSTANCE ABUSE played a key role in her return to homelessness. As a two-time resident, Jane struggled to remain clean and sober; she homelessness. As a two-time resident, Jane struggled to remain clean and sober; she also struggled to maintain custody of her children. Its been 9 YEARS since Jane began her relationship with Carpenter’s. We’ve supported her through the good times and the bad. In March of 2010 we piloted a new MENTORING program entitled, MY YEAR OF ACTION (MYA), in partnership with the GEORGETOWN LEADERSHIP COACHING PROGRAM. Jane was chosen to be ONE OF FIVE participants, but those who knew Jane questioned whether she was emotionally ready to participate.

Contrary to what everyone predicted, Contrary to what everyone predicted, JANE FLOURISHED as a participant in the MYA program. Paired with a PERSONAL LIFE COACH, Jane learned the importance of looking inward for more effective ways to approach the difficulties in her life. Since joining theprogram, Jane’s demeanor has made a 180-DEGREE turn for the better. She has re-gained custody of her children and now sees the value of BELIEVING IN HERSELF. Jane has a long road ahead of her, but with a NEW OUTLOOK on life, Jane is ready and able to take on the difficulties that life throws her way.

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- MYA Participant”We have a CONNECTION. We can talk on a level

where I don’t have to feel ASHAMED...

EDUCATIONSince 2005, Carpenter’s Shelter has served as a

center of learning, providing educational workshops and classes that teach our clients the

skills they need to succeed independently outside the shelter walls.

AchievingAchieving FINANCIAL LITERACY remains the key to independence. No matter where our clients fall

in our continuum of care, budgeting and managing finances are crucial to maintaining

independent living in the community.

Since its inception, Carpenter’s Shelter’s EDUCATION FUND EDUCATION FUND has awarded over $130,000 in scholarships toward continued

education. In 2011, we awarded 9 scholarships totalling $23,300.

This year, ourThis year, our EMPLOYMENT READINESS program will feature a new curriculum which will

engage unemployed and underemployed residents, walking them through the steps to gaining employment, all the way through on the job

expectations and behavior.

We provide We provide TUTORING to all residents, young and old. Whether they want to further their

education by obtaining a GED or one of our children needs help completing their homework. Carpenter’s provides endless support to help our

residents shine academically.

KIDS STREET SENSE is a program for Aftercare and residential children aged 8-14. During Aftercare and residential children aged 8-14. During

street sense, children and mentors discuss issues such as peer pressure,

internet safety, bullying and manners. With each workshop, kids learn essential life skills in a fun and

interactive environment.

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ADVOCACYCOMMUNITY CASE MANAGEMENT assists our clients from the time they enter Carpenter’s Shelter through at least ONE YEAR after they leave.

Leaving Carpenter’s Shelter does not mean the end Leaving Carpenter’s Shelter does not mean the end of support. No matter where our clients fall within our CONTINUUM OF CARE, Carpenter’s continues to advocate for those who need it.

Community case management allows case managCommunity case management allows case manag-ers to build a stable relationship with their clients which enables the case managers to BETTER IDENTIFY which services they need in order to create a sustainable living situation for themselves and their families.

New in 2011, Carpenter’s Shelter added a HOUSING RESOURCE COORDINATOR on staff. The HRC helps clients build relationships with landlords and teaches them the skills they need to be excellent tenants.

- Resident

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Knowing that she was THERE FOR ME meant everything.

I love her SUPPORT and know-ing that I can text her and that SHE CARES ABOUT ME, that’s really cool. I’VE NEVER HAD THAT so it’s a BIG thing

to me.

HIGHLIGHTS

MY YEAR IN ACTION

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MY EXPERIENCE AT CARPENTER’S reminds me of what it takes to learn how to ride a bike. You learn how to pedal, but you do so with someone helping you. UNLESS YOU GET THE PUSH, YOU NEVER GO FAR. Carpenter’s gives you the push and prepares you for when you take off so that you can LIVE SUCCESSFULLY ON YOUR OWN.

AFTERCARE 2012

Aftercare, or ABC, is a series of workshops offered to individuals and families after they have left the residential shelter. In order to live independently, shelter graduates need to adjust their spending habits and maintain a budget. Each year, Aftercare budget. Each year, Aftercare

particpants focus on FINANCIAL LITERACY.

Monthly workshops address CRITICAL FINANCIAL SKILLS

such as: budgeting, credit reports, how to run a home

business, Earned Income Tax Credits, buying a used car,

coupon cutting, and homeownership.

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- RESIDENT

AFTERCARE & BEYOND

&VOLUNTEERDONATE

8228 87293

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DONATE VOLUNTEERFront DeskChildren’s HourMeal PreparationMentoringDavid’s Place SupportSpecial Events

Each year, over 1,000 volunteers step through our doors. Without their steadfast dedication and support, Carpenter’s

Shelter wouldn’t be half the shelter it is today.

Support Carpenter’s Shelter Help End Homelessness

Online GivingMonthly GivingCircle of HopeWorkplace GivingIn-Kind DonationsWarehouse Society

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FINANCIAL STATEMENT ‘10-’11

(Year End June 30, 2011)

$2,273,416

$2,107,999REVENUE

EXPENSES

TOP FUNDERS

BR McCaffrey Associates, LLCClark-Winchcole FoundationCommunity Foundation of NCADominion Virginia Power Elizabeth Reynolds & William MarinoFreddie MacGeary-O’Hara Family FoundationGeary-O’Hara Family FoundationGregory VogtIvakota Association

Kaiser Permanente Mark Colley & Deborah HarsonMary Wibel Mason-Hirst Foundation Morris & Gwendolyn Cafritz FoundationMorrison & Foerster FoundationCommunity Foundation of the Community Foundation of the National Capital Region Peter & Megan Madigan

930 N HENRY STALEXANDRIA, VA 22314

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