The following needs were identified as a result of the research Brenda Armstrong of Mercy Tree Ministries conducted along with Crown Financial Ministries. (http://www.mercytreeministries.org)
The needs are listed in order of the most frequent response given in our surveys. Spiritual and emotional support is listed last but was indicated often along with the area of need.
1. Obtaining affordable, quality childcare.
2. Obtaining an affordable, safe car; caring for the car.
3. Affordable, safe housing options.
4. Support for welfare-to-work parents.
5. Help with budgeting and money management.
6. Education, job training, and career options.
7. Affordable, quality professional services and medical care.
8. Mentoring for parents and children.
9. Food and clothing resources.
10. Spiritual and emotional support.
The needs are listed in order of the most frequent response given in our surveys. Spiritual and emotional support is listed last but was indicated often along with the area of need.
1. Obtaining affordable, quality childcare.
2. Obtaining an affordable, safe car; caring for the car.
3. Affordable, safe housing options.
4. Support for welfare-to-work parents.
5. Help with budgeting and money management.
6. Education, job training, and career options.
7. Affordable, quality professional services and medical care.
8. Mentoring for parents and children.
9. Food and clothing resources.
10. Spiritual and emotional support.