Philadelphia Interfaith
(PIHN)
Hospitality Network
An affiliate of Family Promise
2013 ANNUAL REPORT
As we move into 2014, Philadelphia Interfaith Hospitality Network (PIHN),
boasts a new name and an enhanced logo. Why the change? Our Board decid-
ed to take out the word “Northwest” as we have expanded to other neighbor-
hoods in Northeast Philadelphia . We also added “an affiliate of Family Prom-
ise” emphasizing our strong connection with our parent organization.
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At the heart of our work, we recognize the promise that each family holds to pro-
vide a safe and nurturing home for their children. We believe that the horrific
cycle of homelessness can end, but it will take all of us working together to find
longer term solutions to support the well-being of our neighbors.
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Since our founding in 1991, Philadelphia Interfaith Hospitality Network has
helped 325 Philadelphia families (910 individuals) achieve stability. In 2012, we expanded into Northeast
Philadelphia, forging ahead to create safe, local emergency housing for families in need. Today, our combined
networks in Northeast and Northwest Philadelphia engage 47 congregations and over 1,500 volunteers, in-
cluding many alumni of our program. We have also expanded our services, focusing on continued support for
alumni after their stay with us. This additional support helps families living on the edge financially to remain in
their homes by offering services designed to stretch tight budgets and increase self-sufficiency. Today, PIHN is
much more than the emergency housing program we were when we opened our doors 23 years ago. We take
pride in the creative and holistic programs we have developed.
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We have intentionally kept the program personal and focused on quality -- nurturing the success of every indi-
vidual family member. Our style is faith-inspired, pragmatic, and “up close and personal,” bringing volunteers
and families together to learn from one another. Although many of our families have experienced profound
trauma, the warmth and connection provided by volunteers and staff help families envision success. These
personal connections, combined with valued services and material supports, are probably the reasons over
70% of the families we have housed continue to stay in touch, and over 90%, despite great odds, never return
to the shelter system.
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None of the work that Philadelphia Interfaith Hospitality Network
does could happen without the support of a caring community of in-
dividuals and partner organizations who provide financial resources,
volunteer time and material donations. During 2013, we struggled
with the bankruptcy of our landlord/partner organization and the ex-
pense of recreating all formerly shared business systems. It is the
generosity of community kept our doors open and our programs
growing! We now look back and realize how we, like the families we
serve, were literally one check away from losing our base of opera-
tion. We can attest that the individuals, businesses, foundations and
organizations mentioned in this report is the reason that the Phila-
delphia Interfaith Hospitality Network’s doors remain open. It is truly
a collective effort, demonstrating the care for our neighbors with
each act of kindness.
With gratitude to our wonderful community!
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Executive Director Rachel Falkove
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Raymond Torres, PresidentRaymond Torres, PresidentRaymond Torres, PresidentRaymond Torres, President
Shirlyn Swann, Vice PresidentShirlyn Swann, Vice PresidentShirlyn Swann, Vice PresidentShirlyn Swann, Vice President
Robert Rossman, TreasurerRobert Rossman, TreasurerRobert Rossman, TreasurerRobert Rossman, Treasurer
Jim Thompson, SecretaryJim Thompson, SecretaryJim Thompson, SecretaryJim Thompson, Secretary
Micky AbrahamMicky AbrahamMicky AbrahamMicky Abraham
Cheryl BarberCheryl BarberCheryl BarberCheryl Barber
Helene BroitmanHelene BroitmanHelene BroitmanHelene Broitman
Bob BusserBob BusserBob BusserBob Busser
Larry DiFrancoLarry DiFrancoLarry DiFrancoLarry DiFranco
Beryl EvansBeryl EvansBeryl EvansBeryl Evans
Jimmy GreenJimmy GreenJimmy GreenJimmy Green
Anne GwynnAnne GwynnAnne GwynnAnne Gwynn
Jascinthe HenryJascinthe HenryJascinthe HenryJascinthe Henry
Deb KishDeb KishDeb KishDeb Kish----Silver MSWSilver MSWSilver MSWSilver MSW
Christopher Lins, Esq.Christopher Lins, Esq.Christopher Lins, Esq.Christopher Lins, Esq.
Armina McElvene, MSWArmina McElvene, MSWArmina McElvene, MSWArmina McElvene, MSW
Jim ThompsonJim ThompsonJim ThompsonJim Thompson
Aislyn WashingtonAislyn WashingtonAislyn WashingtonAislyn Washington
Rev. Amy Yoder McGloughlinRev. Amy Yoder McGloughlinRev. Amy Yoder McGloughlinRev. Amy Yoder McGloughlin
2013-2014 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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NORTHWEST NETWORK
Host Congregations:Host Congregations:Host Congregations:Host Congregations:
Chestnut Hill Friends Meeting
First Presbyterian Church in Germantown
First United Methodist Church of Germantown
Flourtown Presbyterian Church
Germantown Jewish Centre
Germantown Mennonite Church
Germantown Seventh Day Adventist Church
Lutheran Theological Seminary of Philadelphia
Mishkan Shalom
New Covenant Church
Oak Lane Presbyterian Church
St Paul’s Episcopal Church
St Raymond Catholic Church
St Timothy’s Episcopal Church
Second Baptist Church of Germantown
Unitarian Society of Germantown
Unitarian Universalist Church of the Restoration
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CoCoCoCo----HostHostHostHost Congregations:Congregations:Congregations:Congregations:
Abington Friends Meeting
Annunciation Church of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Chestnut Hill Presbyterian Church
Christ Ascension Lutheran Church
Church of the Good Shepherd
Creshiem Valley Church
Enon Tabernacle Church
Falls of Schuykill Presbyterian Church
First Presbyterian Church in Springfield
Germantown Community Presbyterian Church
Germantown Friends Meeting
Grace Epiphany Episcopal Church
Jewish Children’s Folkshul
Leverington Presbyterian Church
Mt Airy Presbyterian Church
Our Mother of Consolation Catholic Church
Roxborough Presbyterian Church
St Martin in the Fields Episcopal Church
Summit Presbyterian Church
NORTHEAST NETWORK
Host Congregations:Host Congregations:Host Congregations:Host Congregations:
All Saint’s Episcopal Church
Faith Lutheran Church
Saint David’s Evangelical Lutheran Church
Fox Chase United Methodist Church
Frankford Memorial United Methodist Church
Oxford Circle Mennonite Church
Oak Lane Presbyterian Church
Prince of Peace Lutheran Church
Rhawnhurst Presbyterian Church
St. Raymond of Penafort Catholic Church
Supporting Congregations:Supporting Congregations:Supporting Congregations:Supporting Congregations:
Bethel - The Church at Franklin Mills
Byberry Friends Meeting
Crescentville United Methodist Church
Grace Presbyterian Church
St. Domenick Catholic Church
St. Martin of Tours Catholic Church Tabor Lutheran Church
St. Sicillia’s Catholic Church
St. Timothy Lutheran Church, Jenkintown
United Methodist Church of the Good Shepherd
United Methodist Church of the Redeemer
EMERGENCY SERVICES: HELP FOR FAMILIES IN CRISIS
PIHN volunteers logged 15, 126 15, 126 15, 126 15, 126
volunteer hours working with our families.
What this means is that volunteers cooked,
hosted and shared meals, and stayed over-
night at host congregations to make our
guests feel welcome.
Staff provided material supports for 133 133 133 133
families and emergency housing
counseling for 275 275 275 275 households.
PIHN provided year-round shelter for 23
families, (31 adults and 39 children; 7,055 7,055 7,055 7,055
bed nights) .
Volunteers helped coordinate these services. By bringing
volunteers and guests together, friendships are built. An informal
mentoring relationship is established.
22,000 22,000 22,000 22,000 meals were provided for families in shelter, including healthy
breakfasts and after-school snacks.
187 187 187 187 children and youth received clothing: diapers, infant and toddler
clothes, back-to-school clothing, school uniforms and athletic activity
wear, winter coats, mittens and other essential personal items.
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$12,993.18 $12,993.18 $12,993.18 $12,993.18 in SEPTA fares were provided to parents to
ensure they and their children reached work and school
safely.
Increased material contributions such as furniture required
us to transport donated items directly to families or to
temporary storage.
137 137 137 137 children received back-to-school packages, including
book bags
