30TH ANNIVERSARY ANNUAL REPORT 2018

Empowering women and children experiencing homelessness to become self-sufficient by offering a temporary home while providing programs and services necessary to meet their goals. 2018 STATEMENT OF ACTIVITIES (Unaudited Figures)

INCOME EXPENSES Church Contributions $18,128 Fundraising $32,152 Foundations/Private Grants $105,376 Management & General $1,992 Government Grants $64,819 Program Service $412,703 Public Contributions/In-Kind $198,983 (includes Rental Income $36,712 Case Management, Special Events $58,436 Operations & In-Kind) United Way/Combined Rental Expenses $28,930 Federal Campaign $35,783 Total Expenses $475,777 Total Revenue & Support $518,237 Net Gain (Loss) $42,460

INCOME ACTUAL

Church Contributions | 4% Foundations/Private Grants | 20% Government Grants | 13% Public Contributions/In-Kind | 38% Rental Income | 7% Special Events | 11% United Way/CFC | 7%

EXPENSES ACTUAL

Fundraising | 7% Management & General | 0% Program Service (Including Case Management, Operations & In-Kind) | 87% Rental Expenses | 6%

It is fnally here! CRITI now has Text-to-Give. Just dial (423)436-8655 and follow the steps! A MESSAGE FROM THE BOARD CHAIR & EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Dear Friends, Dear Friends of CRITI, IIt has been my honor to serve Once again, we are over- as the 2018 Chair of the Board whelmed by the amount of sup- of Directors for Chattanooga port this community provides Room in the Inn. As we look for helping women and children back over the past year – the overcome homelessness. From challenges we overcame and the providing evening meals to goals we achieved – one word hosting events that beneft us, comes to mind: commitment. The commitment our volunteers had you all bless us with everything we need. Throughout our Annual to ensure the wellbeing and success of our program participants. Report, we hope that you learn what kind of impact you have had The commitment our donors made to fght against homelessness for some very vulnerable people. in our community. The commitment our staf made to educate I am often asked “How did you end up at Chattanooga Room in and empower our women and children. More importantly, the the Inn?” I can give a biographical explanation of my education commitment of those same women and children to never again and experience but it is so much more than the unexpected path experience homelessness. I took. Chattanooga is renowned for supporting and giving aid to those in I am grateful for my journey that led me to CRITI and am inspired need. And Chattanooga Room in the Inn is no exception thanks to daily by the will and determination many of our ladies have to the passion, dedication and generosity of our supporters, commu- overcome huge obstacles. I am so blessed to have a job I love nity partners, and staf. Our annual Kentucky Derby Party fund- that requires my mix of education and experience and provides raiser was a great success and another opportunity to share our the challenges to always learn more. And I get to see hope every mission and raise awareness. There were dozens of benefts held day…this is my WHY! for us, countless meals prepared, goods and services donated throughout the year that allowed us to continue providing services What I am about to share now is a very powerful example of and support to our participants. Every dollar that is raised and WHY CRITI is so necessary for women and children experiencing every resource that is donated enables our women and children to homelessness. Although CRITI is not a domestic violence shelter, achieve their personal goals and work harder for their successes. many of our participants come from that kind of environment. Our volunteers are by far our most important ambassadors. Last summer, a participant had taken her son for visitation with his father who is also her most recent abuser. This visitation went 2018 saw our 30th anniversary! It is amazing to get to celebrate sideways and he tried to strangle her. She screamed for help and this. And our Board of Directors continue to work on the goals and neighbors came out. He stopped but she called the police and he strategies that were developed in our Strategic Plan. The emphasis was later arrested. When she was telling us about the incident, has been on building a stronger relationship with our donors and she said she had never called the police before even though she placing Chattanooga Room in the Inn on frmer, long term, sustain- has lived a lifetime experiencing abuse. This was the frst time she able, fnancial footing. called the police because she had somewhere safe to go. Know- During 2018 the Chattanooga Room in the Inn Executive Director ing that she was no longer dependent on him, she felt empow- and staf worked tirelessly not just to provide a stable, safe envi- ered to do something diferent. This is our WHY! ronment for the 26 women and 40 children who were experiencing What is your WHY? We would love to know why YOU support homelessness, but to ofer counseling, life skills classes, tutoring Chattanooga Room in the Inn! Were you raised by a single mom for the children, fnance classes and an abundance of life changing who struggled? Or has your sister experienced homelessness resources to empower and build confdence so that they will never before? Whatever your reason, we want to know it. Please email experience homelessness again. me at [email protected] with MY WHY on We are proud of all we have achieved together in 2018, and we the subject line or call me so we can learn more about what take this occasion to thank you for your support, encouragement drives you to help women and children overcome homelessness. and dedication. 53% of our revenue came from public donations. Thank you for all of the support you have given us. We appreci- Your generosity and passion for our mission was paramount to the ate your trust in us to use your time and charitable contributions success of our programs – we couldn’t have accomplished what wisely. we did without you. If you asked any of our board members, they would say the fght for those experiencing homelessness is a privilege. But not an easy one. As budget priorities shift at the federal and state levels, sup- port from our donors and community partners is more critical than ever to maintain and expand our many needed programs. We are Yours in service, thankful for your ongoing commitment as we continue to empower Erin Creal these homeless women and children to become self-sufcient. Executive Director

Jody Jackson Chair, 2018 Board of Directors PROGRAM REPORT FOR 2018

SHELTER AND TRANSITIONAL HOUSING 2018 2017 2018 2017 Individuals Served ...... 66 101 Graduates Remaining in Permanent Housing ...... 100% 80% Children Served ...... 40 42 Referrals to CRITI ...... 533 482 Families Served ...... 15 25 Number of Bed Nights ...... 7974 5368 Average Length of Stay (in days ) ...... 121 46 Volunteer Hours ...... 3847 3814 Graduates ...... 12 5 Match Value ...... $19,235 $19,068

HOMEAGAIN PERMANENT HOUSING

2018 2017 Individuals Served ...... 17 16 Families Served ...... 4 3 Remain Permanently Housed ...... 15 16

CRITI PROGRAM UPDATES CRITI FORECAST

In early 2018, the staf at CRITI was faced with a decision. A You are probably aware of a shortage of afordable housing for family that was scheduled to be admitted showed up with a dog. our participants. Did you know that “afordable” means that Zane, a blue heeler mix, had been their protector during domestic approximately 30% of the household income goes towards violence incidents. The mom had arranged for one week of housing? Without a housing subsidy, our participants are faced boarding at McKamey Animal Center but we all knew the family with either substandard housing and/or housing that is outside of would need more than one week of shelter. We reached out to resources. CRITI has recently partnered with Elmington Capital, our next-door neighbors at the Humane Educational Society the developer of Chestnut Flats downtown, to provide supportive and they were happy to help. This was a true blessing because services to graduates who can take advantage of Project Based Zane had been injured and couldn’t walk up steps so he would Vouchers attached to their rental units which will be available in require boarding at HES overnight. This helped CRITI transition to April 2019. We are so grateful to have this resource for our ladies! a pet-friendly shelter. Research shows that people experiencing homelessness will refuse shelter if the alternative is giving up their Meanwhile, if you have been to CRITI for a tour recently, you companion. Research also shows that people heal faster with know that we have outgrown our current facility. With participants the unconditional love of a pet. Since then we have admitted four staying in the program longer, we can’t serve as many as before dogs and four cats with no huge problems. Zane received even though we are serving them better. We are always looking surgery on both back legs and has made a full recovery! for opportunities that will allow us to This time last year, staf was focused on becoming as grow and continue Trauma-Informed as possible. Time and energy went to be a blessing to into forming relationships with our participants. We have the participants and learned that housing women and children in transition isn’t to the community enough to get them stabilized…they must feel safe. When that has been so someone is in a constant state of fght-or-fight mode, they supportive of us. If are scared and unable to make reasonable decisions. It is you would like to learn critical that they not live in fear at CRITI and learn to trust. more about CRITI And if you have been to CRITI recently, you might think it and opportunities to more relaxed than previous years. This makes participants help us grow, please more comfortable and open up to staf about what the real call and schedule a issues are. They are staying longer and have a much better tour when it is most chance of graduating into permanent housing and staying convenient for you. permanently housed. May 4, 2019 Chattanooga & Whiskey Event Hall (Corner of MLK PRESENTS & Riverfront Parkway) 4:30 to 8:00pm Individual Tickets $75 each Table for eight $550 Sponsorships available INCLUDES • Complimentary Beer, Wine, Mint Juleps and Margaritas • Silent Auction • Best Dressed Gentleman and Grand Hat Contest • Large Screen Viewing of 145th Run for the Roses • Heavy hors d’oeuvres • Distillery Tours • Live DJ and Dancing 2019 SPONSORS

Photos all coutesy of LifeShots 30TH ANNIVERSARY

On August 30, 2018 CRITI celebrated our 30th Anniversary at The Meeting House in Red Bank. Guests of honor included our founder, Christine Morrison, and a program graduate, Monique Roberts, who also serves on our Board of Directors. Each were able to tell the story of their individual journeys that led us to where we are today. Many thanks go to The Meeting House for hosting the event and Athens Distributing, Mike’s Hole in the Wall and Coca Cola for providing beverages. VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT MY SPIRIT WAS JADED

CHRISTINE MORRISON “On April 30th, As mentioned, Christine Morrison founded CRITI in 1988 2018, I walked when she learned about the lack of shelter beds for wom- through the doors en and children experiencing homelessness. Still in college at CRITI. One at the time, Chris sought out churches that could help fll suitcase and my the void for this population. She and her husband had vol- eight-month old unteered at Nash- son ‘JR’ in hand… ville’s Room in the impoverished, Inn and followed unemployed, that model of par- abused, ticipating churches uneducated and hosting individuals now homeless too. who experience Since childhood, homelessness. I became almost Even though the conditioned participants were to withstand safe to eat and rest maltreatment…I overnight, it wasn’t had no idea I was enough to get fam- being emotionally ilies stabilized. With abused. After many her own corps of failed relationships volunteers, she per- and absolutely zero sisted until CRITI personal success, had its own facility. my family put me aside and labeled me a problem and After taking a break embarrassment. I had nowhere to go. for motherhood, Since I walked through CRITI’s doors, I have accomplished Chris returned to more life goals [than in] my entire life combined. The volunteer for CRITI. She helps graduates set up house- women here have shown me love, respect, safety and keeping in their new places and will be representing CRITI compassion. They believe in me. CRITI made it possible to for various presentations in the community. She has a ser- obtain my GED and enroll in the ‘ticket to work’ program. In vants heart and we couldn’t be happier to have her back!!! two years, my goal is to complete my Certifed Professional Coder apprenticeship, earn a living wage and not be receiving any public assistance. EMILY CLEGG I will forever be grateful to CRITI for showing me my way Meet Emily Clegg! Emily originally hails from Buford, Georgia, but home…my life will never be the same again.” is now a Chattanooga resident and has been volunteering at CRI- TI since 2014. She comes to CRITI every other Tuesday evening to hang with CRITI’s kids so that the mothers have an opportu- nity to participate in our in-house Bible Study. We are particularly lucky to have Emily here as she is an elementary school teacher by training and has a real heart to make a diference in the lives of our community’s children. Emily taught at East Lake Elemen- SAVE THESE DATES! tary for 6 years prior to moving into her new role there as Parent/ Volunteer Coordinator. In addition, she now works part time for April 11, 2019 – Volunteer Appreciation Dinner Neigh’tions, another non-proft 5-7 pm, open house style at Chattanooga Room in the Inn, in Chattanooga that serves our food courtesy of Bob’s Brick Oven. growing refugee population. Emily says “I love volunteering May 4, 2019 – Derby de Mayo at CRITI because the kids are See page 5 for all the details! so much fun! I learn so much from them and their families July, 2019 – 3nd Annual No-Show Gala every time I come. I’ve also en- Event benefting Chattanooga Room in the Inn, joyed getting to know the other look out for your invitation in the mail! volunteers and the staf. I am humbled to get to be a small November, 2019 – Mad Hatter Tea Party part of CRITI’s work in our To beneft Chattanooga Room in the Inn. Date and location to community.” be announced! Thank-you, Emily, for your faith- ful service here at CRITI and in the Chattanooga community in general. Staf, participants, and especially our children are so blessed by the time, energy, and love you share. Thank-you!!! Stephanie Dyer Prestine & Hunter Huckabay PARTNERS IN GIVING Brenda & James Eason David & Renee Hudson Marcia J. Eason Sue Hufstutter To all of our supporters, THANK YOU! Rick & Annette Eason Mary E. Hullender You help us help them more than you know! Jason & Laurie Eck Robert & Deborah Hulse Brian Eftink Karen Hutton CIRCLE OF HOPE Stuart Bowersox Susan Eisdorfer Dean Jackson Robert & Wanda Brazier Catherine & James Eldridge Jody & Kenneth Jackson David & Deborah Anderson Amberly Ellis Yvonne Battle Jackson Beacon Foundation Joseph Breitenbucher Denise Brogan Cecelia & Robert Elsea Richard Jahn, Jr. Charitable Trust Bryan & Melinda Ensley Nancy James Donald & Madelaine Box H. Jay & Jane Brown Marilyn Brown Mark & Charlotte Estabrook Sallie Jedrychowski Clarence E. 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Church of Chattanooga Frank “Skip” Brannen, Jr. by recognize the possibility that Quality Inn William & Ann Aiken Riverside Wine and Spirits someone’s name may have IN HONOR OF… Wanda & Joel Blake been omitted, so we ask that Royal Highnies Sue Ashley by Phil & Lea Peter & Linda Cooper Ruby Falls Ashley Joseph & Frances Dzik you call our ofce with any Salt & Light Ministries Rev. Dr. & Mrs. Batkin by John Finnegan additions or corrections. Scenic City Cruizers Justin A. Batkin Joel Hausler Please let us know if you do Scenic City Serves Debbi & Jim Beers by J.M. & Margaret Henry Southern Surgical Arts Elizabeth Hawkins Peter & Clare Hetzler NOT want your name included. Southwood Naturals LLC Sara Patterson Edward R. Nelson We want to respect the privacy Sigma Gamma Rho Society Richard & Suzanne Belcher Judy Jenkins wishes of our donors. Silhouettes of Kappa by the Cathy Foundation 2019 BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Executive Committee Board Members Brittany Carman Chair Jody Jackson Immediate Past President Aubrey Consiglio Jenny Denver Vice Chair/Chair-Elect Martina Harris Tonya Cammon Secretary Lisa Montelongo-Connor Deana Rhoton Treasurer Chris Niblock Dale Hall Organizational Development Chair Jen Rezac Marsh Lalor Community Development Chair Ashley Thurman Monique Roberts At-Large Nathan Wehunt

STAFF SHIFT MANAGERS, PRN

Erin Creal Deborah Barnes Executive Director Becky Bright Melissa Albertson Beatrice Cofman Shift Manager Kenya Ervin Jules Germann Janel Burnett Cicily Hewlitt Child Advocate Kim Printz Sharon Collins Mary Scruggs Coordinator of Volunteers Freda Townsend Theresa Dallas Melissa Ward Shift Manager Nadya Zarubina Beth Granberry Administrative Assistant Casey Kendall Case Manager Irish Robinson Shift Manager Brittany Scott Lead Shift Manager Tamarah Tayor Case Manager

PLEASE TAKE NOTE! Chattanooga Room in the Inn is changing from operating on a calendar year to a fscal year beginning on July 1 and ending on June 30. Our annual report for January 1 through June 30, 2019 will be available electronically but will not be printed and mailed out to save on expenses. Please sign up for our email list if you are not on it already so that you will get an electronic version. Go to our website at chattanoogaroomintheinn.com and choose “Sign Up” from the menu. 230 N HIGHLAND PARK AVENUE • CHATTANOOGA, TN 37402 • 423.624.6144 chattanoogaroomintheinn.com