Beneficiaries
How to Become a Hoops Nonprofit Beneficiary
Hoops nonprofit beneficiaries are selected through an application process. In an effort to further strengthen the work of the nonprofits selected for 2007, Freddie Mac has chosen to continue to invest in them as agents of change in our community for 2008.
Hoops 2008 Beneficiaries
- Interfaith Works
- Hannah House
- Reston Interfaith
- Securing Emergency Resources Through Volunteer Efforts (SERVE)
- So Others Might Eat (SOME)
- United Communities Against Poverty (UCAP)
Interfaith Works
Interfaith Works (formerly Community Ministry of Montgomery County) is a non-profit, non-sectarian interfaith coalition and the foremost private provider of social services for low-income and homeless residents of Montgomery County, Maryland. Over 7,000 volunteers annually help further this work as both advocates and as volunteers. Interfaith Works’ programs serve more than 30,000 vulnerable men, women and children each year, with programs aimed at promoting self-sufficiency, including mentoring programs, clothing centers and emergency assistance for families at-risk of homelessness, as well as supported housing, emergency shelters, and day programs providing job training and placement, education, access to medical and mental health services, and intensive therapeutic and case management for the homeless.
- Learn more about Interfaith Works at www.iworksmc.org
Hannah House
Hannah House is a long term transition facility with two complementary programs; HERS-a six months transitional program for homeless single women and THEIRS-a one year program for homeless women reuniting with their children. Both programs include but are not limited to Housing referrals, Employment preparation and Education assistance, Recovery support and intensive case management.
- Learn more about Hannah House at www.hannahhouse.org
Reston Interfaith
Reston Interfaith is a nonprofit organization serving Northern Virginia that promotes self-sufficiency through support and advocacy for those in need of food, shelter, affordable housing, quality child care, and other services. Founded in 1970 by area religious organizations, Reston Interfaith has become a leading social service provider in Northern Virginia, offering comprehensive programs for more than 13,000 individuals and families in Reston, Herndon, and the surrounding area last year.
- Learn more about Reston Interfaith at www.restoninterfaith.org or by calling 571-323-9555
Securing Emergency Resources Through Volunteer Efforts (SERVE)
Since 1975, SERVE's mission has been to strengthen the Prince William community through comprehensive services and partnerships that provide for basic human needs and promote economic independence. Programs operated by SERVE, include a 60 bed Shelter for the Homeless and Transitional Housing Program, which provide emergency and temporary housing and case management services for homeless individuals and families; the Emergency Assistance Fund and Food Closet, which help individuals and families with food and financial assistance during times of crisis; and REVIVE which works as a transitional re-entry program for adults exiting the detention center by providing support services and skills necessary for economic independence including housing, employment counseling, educational opportunities, and job training; the Child Services/Child Care for Homeless Children Program, which specializes in providing case management, social, educational, health, and child care services directly to children and their families. Nearly 30% of those assisted by SERVE are children, most from families headed by single women.
- Learn more about SERVE at www.serveinc.org
So Others Might Eat (SOME)
SOME is an interfaith, community-based organization that exists to help the poor and homeless of our nation's capital. We meet the immediate daily needs of the people we serve with food, clothing, and health care. We help break the cycle of homelessness by offering services, such as affordable housing, job training, addiction treatment, and counseling, to the poor, the elderly and individuals with mental illness. Each day, SOME is restoring hope and dignity one person at a time. We invite you to join us.
- Learn more about SOME at www.some.org
United Communities Against Poverty (UCAP)
UCAP is a 501 (c) 3 private non-profit organization located in Capitol Heights, Maryland. This organization was established in July 1964, incorporated in July 1965, and designated the official Community Action Agency for Prince George's County, Maryland in 1978. UCAP's mission is: to alleviate poverty, improve community relations, and maximize the quality of life for the diverse residents of Prince George's County. To accomplish this mission, UCAP will: 1) provide programs and services that promote self-sufficiency; 2) conduct research to facilitate education and dissemination of information; 3) collaborate resources and services with other organizations; and, 4) advocate for the needs of diverse communities and groups.
- Learn more about UCAP at www.ucappgc.org


