Could achieving economic independence get any more difficult?
The current economic downturn is not the end of the world for many of us, but it certainly feels like it to the women and families who come to CWU for support. Their goal of economic independence is harder than ever to achieve.
World economies are in turmoil and every day we are reminded of how fragile our financial well-being can be. Despite the daily gloomy headlines, we cannot forget those at the bottom of the economic ladder—struggling for their own personal survival and facing greater than ever financial insecurity.
CWU is here for low-income women and they are thankful for our programs. Every day, despite a challenging economy, CWU is helping women find stable housing, advance their education, participate in workforce training and get on the path to a job that pays a self-sustaining wage. This is the kind of mission that anyone would be proud to be a part of. It takes financial resources and the support of generous donors for us to continue to provide these services. Please make a special donation to Crittenton Women's Union this fall.Your gift is more critical than ever.
Thank you so much for making women and economic independence a priority this year. We are all grateful for your partnership.
Sincerely,
Jacqueline Perry O’Connor
Vice President Institutional Advancement
joconnor@liveworkthrive.org
617.259.2932
The Dorothy Reardon Murray Memorial Fund
Dorothy Reardon Murray, mother of CWU Chair, Pamela Murray, died on July 12, 2009. Mrs. Murray was devoted to her community and issues of social justice. When she moved from upstate New York to Boston several years ago to be closer to her family, she became a strong supporter of CWU. Her lifelong commitment to women's issues made her an enthusiastic participant at the Amelia Earhart Award Luncheon, and she certainly will be missed at future events.
In her memory, her family has established the Dorothy Reardon Murray Memorial Fund. Contributions to the fund can be made online or by mail to Crittenton Women's Union, One Washington Mall, Boston, MA 02108.
Click here to make a secure donation online
For questions or to make a donation by phone or mail, contact:
Sanjeebani Poudel
Crittenton Women's Union
One Washington Mall
2nd floor
Boston, MA 02108
617.259.2921
spoudel@liveworkthrive.org
