Get Involved
Find out how you can support the mission of In Our Backyard through financial contributions, in-kind donations, volunteer services, or becoming a prayer partner. Start transforming the life of an unhoused neighbor today.
Make a One-Time Donation
Any amount you give today goes a long way in helping us fulfill our mission.
Support us with a Monthly Gift
Monthly gifts provide the financial stability that is critical to the success of this project.
FINANCIAL SUPPORT OPPORTUNITIES
Every gift counts.
Support an unhoused neighbor with a donation to In Our Backyard. We welcome financial contributions from individuals, groups, neighbors, and congregations who want to help turn our mission into action. Every amount makes a difference; it all adds up!
Here’s what your donation can do:
Utility Costs
Pay for 5 months of electricity for a bath / shower facility.
Outfit a Shelter
Pay to outfit a single dwelling unit with bedding and basic furnishings.
Laundry Service
Pay for laundry service for one year.
Housing Appliances
Buy a set of basic housing appliances for a single unit (mini-fridge, microwave, etc.)
Waste Services
Provide 2 months of solid waste services.
Meal Delivery
Provide 1 week of meal deliveries (Bean’s Cafe donates the meals, IOB covers packaging).
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Provide in-kind support.
There are many ways to support our mission in addition to financial contributions. If you have access to resources, materials, or services that may help serve our goals, we want to hear from you.
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Volunteer your time.
Join our Board of Directors to play an active role in making our dreams a reality. Contact us to find out about other volunteer opportunities.
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Become a fundraising partner.
We rely on grassroots funding. In order to be ready for residents by next winter, we need help spreading our message. Consider establishing an offering at your church, starting a giving campaign at your workplace, or sharing our information through your own social media networks.
Give Today
Donate One Time
$100
one time
We welcome one-time gifts of any amount. Every donation matters.
Donate Monthly
$25
per month
Offer long-term support with an automatic gift.
Share the Love
Refer a Friend
Invite Loved Ones to Donate
Use your own community connections to broaden the impact of this project.
Have more inquiries? Feel free to ask!
Need more information? Feel free to get in touch with us.