The Table is Set. But it isn't Full.

At Matthew’s Light, we believe that no one should be forced to live on the fringes of our community. Our mission is to empower our unhoused neighbors through Compassion, Connection, and Community. But connection can’t happen if there isn't a place to meet. Easter is a time when we can all come together and show the Love of Jesus to our friends.

The $5,000 Challenge: Fill the Empty Chair

From now until Easter, we are turning the "invisible" visible. We have set a bold goal to raise $5,000 in just three weeks. These funds will directly fuel our programs that drive lasting change—moving individuals from the isolation of the streets into the warmth of a supportive community.

How You Can Join the Movement:

1. Claim Your Seat: Look at the donation tiers on the right. Every twenty-five dollars represents a "chair" at our community table.

$25 Reserves one chair
$50 Sets two places at the table (Case management & connection)
$250 Five seats at the table

2. Make it Visible When you donate, Givebutter will ask you to leave a message or a photo. This is the most important part! * Print our [Link: Download the Reserved Sign].

Tape it to an empty chair in your home or office.
Snap a photo and upload it here with your donation!

3. Spread the Light Share your "Empty Chair" photo on social media using #MatthewsLight. Tell the world: "I’m saving a seat for a neighbor I haven't met yet."

For Our Corporate Partners

Is your boardroom table missing something? We are looking for 10 Visionary Corporations to sponsor a "Table" at the $500 level. By joining the Boardroom Takeover, you aren't just donating; you are signaling to your employees and the city that your company believes in the power of community.

"The opposite of poverty is not wealth. The opposite of poverty is justice—and at Matthew's Light, justice looks like a seat at the table for everyone."

Will you help us fill the room?

The Empty Chair

Reserved for the Neighbor I haven't met yet

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