1. Client Statistics
We served 482 households in April, 873 adults and 745 children. That is 44 households
more than we served in March. In April we had 86 new clients. We averaged 22
households a day in April and 22 households a day in March.

2. Volunteers
We have 53 regular volunteers. A new intern, from Washtenaw Community College,
started working with us May 12.

3. Donation Status
Our most pressing current needs are:

  • Small household appliances; microwaves, toasters, coffee pots, blenders, and fans
  • Blankets/comforters (all sizes)
  • Bed sheets (all sizes)
  • Towels and washcloths
  • Athletic shoes, both men’s and women’s
  • Pajamas for men, women, and children
  • Men’s jeans and athletic pants
  • Underwear (preferable new)
  • Can openers
  • Vacuum cleaners

4. Business/Community Contacts
Saturday April 18 First United Methodist Church Saline gave us items remaining from
their rummage sale. Volunteers picked up the items and brought them to the House.

5. Community Outreach
Saturday April 25 Board member Venus DePena accepted a check for $1,000 as
donation to the House from Brown Chapel AME Church at their annual Brotherhood
Banquet.

6. Facility Status
After an April 15 inspection we were told the water line to the fire suppression system
at 2051 South State is not metered. All water lines must be metered. The fire line could
be re-routed, off our metered line, or the fire line could have a meter added. Our
landlord will decide which option will be chosen.

7. Safety Issues
None.


8. Incidents
None.

9. Areas that need attention
None.

10. Client Stories

  • We had a client come with their family looking for clothes for a wedding. They were happy to find appropriate attire at the House.
  • May 5, Cinco de Mayo, several Hispanic shoppers used the holiday to shop at the House.


11. Overall Appearance and Organization
The store, sorting, and tagging areas are looking well.

House Manager Report
May 12, 2026​

Submitted by Gemaya Griffin, House Manager