Father Joe's Villages 2014 Annual Report (1)

CONNECTING OTHERS TO OUR WORK 2015 will also mark a new chapter in our connection to donors, partners and our community. You will see a new look and feel to our website, more frequent Village News and a robust social media presence. We will also shine a spotlight on the issue of homelessness by expanding our events, including the Good Neighbor Month, Children’s Gala, Thanksgiving 5K, TOWERthon and much more. MAINTAINING AND ENHANCING FINANCIAL STABILITY Because a bright future must be built on a strong foundation, we will continue our stewardship of the financial trust you place in us. Private funding enables us to respond to the ever-changing needs of the homeless individuals and families in our region. This year we will look for opportunities to reduce debt, increase strategic reserves and improve revenue streams, including expanding our retail operations. These financial strategies will firmly position us to expand and enhance our services for those most in need. I close with a thank you for your continued support, and I look forward to working with each of you to end homelessness in our community. God Bless, Deacon Jim F. Vargas, OFS President and CEO F AT H E R J O E ’ S V I L L A G E S As we unveil our new branding, and a more unified Father Joe’s Villages, we remain steadfastly committed to our calling. We enter this new chapter in our or

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