Protect the Promise

Hope Has a Home. Let's Protect It. Over this past winter, our boiler suffered a catastrophic failure and must be replaced.  We limped through the final weeks of winter with space heaters, layered clothing, and an incredible amount of determination from our staff and volunteers. It wasn't ideal, but we were committed to keeping our doors open. We cannot, however, ask our volunteers—most of whom are senior citizens—or the vulnerable neighbors we serve to endure another Michigan winter under those conditions. While replacing heating and cooling equipment may not be as inspiring as filling pantry shelves or delivering groceries to a homebound senior, it is every bit as essential to fulfilling our promise.  

At first glance, a $110,000 project can feel overwhelming. We believe it is achievable because we are starting off with $45,000 of matching funds from the Dunning Foundation. In addition, every local commitment strengthens our ability to secure matching grants and foundation support. Your pledge doesn't just fund a portion of an HVAC system—it helps unlock additional investment from partners who want to see their dollars matched by a community that believes in its own future. Together, we can leverage every gift to multiply its impact.

For nearly three decades, Redford Interfaith Relief has made a simple promise to our community: when our neighbors need us, we'll be there. That promise has carried families through job loss, illness, fixed incomes, and unexpected crises. It has meant fresh food on the table, warm clothing for children, and a welcoming place where every person is treated with dignity and respect. Today, more than 400 families each month depend on that promise, and we have never wavered in our commitment to be here when they need us most.

With your partnership, we can ensure that Redford Interfaith Relief remains exactly what it has always been: a place where hope lives, dignity is preserved, and every family knows that when life becomes difficult, someone will be here to open the door. Together, we can protect more than a building—we can protect a promise that has sustained our neighbors for nearly 30 years and will continue to do so for generations to come.