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A Message From Claudia Ruiz

Every day at CoAction, I see firsthand how one small act can completely change the direction of a family’s life. We serve five counties across Northwest Indiana, and the need grows bigger every year — more families on the edge of losing their homes, more seniors trying to navigate resources alone, more individuals simply needing someone who will listen and help them find stability. Here’s the reality: $1,600 can divert a family from homelessness before they lose everything. $44 allows someone to file their taxes for free and often receive a refund that makes all the difference. $6 helps an individual get connected to the exact resources they need. These are not abstract numbers — they are real, local people who count on CoAction when there’s nowhere else to turn. I joined this campaign because I believe in the work we do and the impact we make together. If you’re able, I’m asking you to support my fundraising page. Any amount truly moves us forward. Your contribution fills the gaps when other funding falls short and ensures that we can keep doing the work that keeps families housed, seniors supported, and our community stronger. Thank you for helping illuminate a path forward for our neighbors.

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In Support of CoAction

Poverty affects all aspects of a person’s life, but poverty does not define a person.

CoAction is a safe place for everyone to be who they are, a place where economic status is not the defining aspect of a person and where individuals and families can move from surviving to flourishing.

Through services like rent and utility assistance, resource centers, shelters, and nutrition programs, provide resources that help people meet their basic needs and stabilize their situations.

Through programs like affordable rentals, permanent supportive housing, senior centers, and matched savings accounts, offer opportunities for people to have places to live, places to connect, and means to improve their lives.

At CoAction, we care about everyone.

YOUR GIFT MATTERS

$250

Funds case management services for a week, helping individuals secure stable, long-term housing.

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$500

Covers one week of transitional housing for a family, offering a stable environment while they work on their long-term housing plan.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE