Mama T's Inc.

10/08/2026

Join us at Laughing for a Cause Nov. 7th at 6pm.

10/07/2026

UPDATE:
***WE HAVE HAD A HUGE RESPONSE. WE HAVE COLLECTED A SUBSTANTIAL AMOUNT OF MONEY AND GOODS. DUE TO THE LIMITED SPACE WE HAVE TO STORE THESE THING WE ARE NOT COLLECTING ANYMORE ITEMS. THANK YOU TO ALL THE WONDERFUL PEOPLE THAT HELPED. Once we have a move-in date, I will post an update.*****

Our community has an opportunity to show up for someone who has been working tirelessly to rebuild her life. To protect her privacy, I’ll call her “B.”

B came to Mama T’s after suffering a stroke. She has faced more challenges than anyone should have to, yet she arrived with a determination to make a change and create a safer, more stable future for herself. Starting over takes courage, and B has shown that courage every step of the way.

For a while, her SSDI payments stopped because of circumstances beyond her control. Without that income, it was difficult to plan for the future. But B didn’t give up. She followed the required steps, answered questions, completed paperwork, and kept pushing through a process that took five long months. When her benefits finally resumed, she began rebuilding, slowly and carefully, one purchase at a time.

B started collecting the household essentials she would need when she moved into an apartment of her own. She put those belongings in storage, holding onto the hope that soon she would have a place to call home and the things she needed to make it feel like one. Yesterday, after all her patience and hard work, she received wonderful news: she was approved for income-based housing.

That should have been a moment of celebration. Instead, shortly afterward, B learned that someone had broken into her storage unit. She filed a police report this morning. The thieves took nearly $1,500 worth of belongings, including brand-new household items and a sofa. Each item represented money she had saved, plans she had made, and another small step toward the life she has been working so hard to build. Unfortunately, B did not have insurance on her storage unit, and the storage facility does not either.

B is understandably devastated. It’s difficult to put into words how painful it must be to finally see a new beginning within reach, only to have so much taken away. These weren’t simply things in a storage unit, they were the beginnings of a home, gathered with care and hope over time.

We’re asking our community to help B recover from this heartbreaking setback. If you have household items you’re able to donate, or if you can contribute financially, your kindness would make a meaningful difference. I will personally make sure that donated items go to B’s new apartment and that any cash contributions are used to replace the belongings that were stolen.

No contribution is too small. A household item, a financial gift, or even sharing this message could help B feel supported as she takes this next step. Most of all, we want her to know that she is not facing this alone. She has worked so hard to get to this point, and with the care of our community, we can help her move forward and make her new apartment feel like home.

Thank you for reading, for caring, and for helping B begin the next chapter she has fought so hard to reach.

Please feel free to email me at [email protected] to make a donation.

Bread and Blessings,

Jeremy Johnson
Executive Director
Mama T’s

10/07/2026

We are gearing up for our annual Laughing for a Cause fundraiser. Here is a little preview. More info coming soon…..sponsorship opportunities available.

What Sam says about Sam:

Sam Miller is a nationally touring comedian from Olympia, Washington. He is 6 foot 6, 360 pounds, has two kids, (one of them is on purpose) he's been married for 15 years, and has been clean and sober for 17 years. Sam likes to make jokes about what it's like to be a sober parent. He also likes to make jokes about what jails like in Yakima. His first album and special, Round Trip, was recorded and filmed under the tutelage of Grammy-winning producer Dan Schlissel, whose indie label, Stand Up! Records, Sam had recently signed a three-album deal with. Round Trip was released October 27th 2023 and immediately went to number one on the iTunes Comedy Charts. It even broke into the top 200 overall charts. Sam is a recurring guest and has been heard by an estimated 2.5 million listeners on the nationally syndicated "Bob & Tom Radio Show." He has written for Newsweek. He was the runner-up in the 2021 Seattle International Comedy Competition and won the Comedy on Trial Competition in 2017. He has headlined multiple major comedy clubs including Sidesplitters in Tampa, Helium in Portland, and The Laugh Factory and Zanies in Chicago. He's also performed with the Addicts Comedy Tour and at NA and AA conventions all over the country. For three consecutive years, he won awards in "The Best of Olympia" issue of the Weekly Volcano.
2016 Best Local Hero
2017 Best Local Celebrity
2018 Best Comic Relief

06/18/2026

04/09/2026

Tickets are selling fast! Don’t miss your chance to win!

Ladies and Gentlemen,

Mama T’s is excited to announce a 50/50 raffle! Tickets are available for $100 each, with a total of 250 tickets to be sold. Once all tickets are sold, we will give away half of the total amount collected—while the remaining half will support our ongoing efforts to assist those in need.

When all 250 tickets are sold, we will draw three winners: 2 first place prizes will be $5,000 each, and 1 second-place prize will be $2,500.

To purchase tickets, please email me at [email protected] or call 580-279-1671 to arrange for delivery. Thank you for supporting our mission!

04/07/2026

TO MAMA T’s FRIENDS & SUPPORTERS:

We are searching for an individual who believes in this organization, its goals and aspirations AND who is willing to join our Active Voting Board to serve as Treasurer/Bookkeeper. This is not a paid position; however you will be compensated by the satisfaction that comes from helping the less fortunate and your community in general.

Our present Treasurer, Patty Laramore, has had obligations come up due to an aging/ailing mother and is no longer able to continue in this position. She is,however, more than willing to be of help to a person moving in to take over. Also of assistance to you will be our board member and volunteer CPA, Brandi Walters.

Duties will include:

1. Financial Oversight: Managing the organization’s financial records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal requirements.
2. Budget Preparation: Developing and overseeing the annual budget in collaboration with other board members and staff.
3. Financial Reporting: Preparing regular financial statements, such as income statements and balance sheets, for board meetings.
4. Record Keeping: Maintaining detailed records of all financial transactions, grants, donations, and expenditures.
5. Fund Management: Overseeing bank accounts, investments, and cash flow to ensure financial stability.
6. Internal Controls: Establishing and monitoring procedures to prevent fraud and mismanagement.
7. Financial Planning: Assisting in long-term financial planning and fundraising strategies.

***If you are interested in filling this need, please contact the president of the board of directors, Dania Deschamps-Braly at 421-1837.

03/19/2026

Ladies and Gentlemen,

Mama T’s is excited to announce a 50/50 raffle! Tickets are available for $100 each, with a total of 250 tickets to be sold. Once all tickets are sold, we will give away half of the total amount collected—while the remaining half will support our ongoing efforts to assist those in need.

When all 250 tickets are sold, we will draw three winners: 2 first place prizes will be $5,000 each, and 1 second-place prize will be $2,500.

To purchase tickets, please email me at [email protected] or call 580-279-1671 to arrange for delivery. Thank you for supporting our mission!

01/23/2026

I want to extend our deepest gratitude to the incredible citizens of Ada. Your generous donations of clothing, food, and essential items have touched our hearts and will make a real difference in the lives of those experiencing homelessness. As we face the approaching storm, your compassion and kindness remind us of the strength and unity within our community. Thank you for opening your hearts and showing that no one has to face these challenges alone. Together, we are building a caring and resilient community that lifts everyone up in times of need.

Jeremy Johnson
Executive Director

01/20/2026

PLEASE KNOW THAT MAMA T’S HAS SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR INCLEMENT WEATHER.

During times of below freezing temperatures, we will permit newcomers and residents to return who have previously been banned for various infractions of shelter rules. They will be allowed to sleep inside and eat a meal but must leave in the morning if instructed by a supervisor to exit the facility. 

We will still, however, be performing criminal background checks and will continue to deny entry to any individual who has a history of violent or sexual offenses. The reason for this is that Mama T’s houses men, women and children whose safety we must protect.

Anyone who cannot be admitted will be referred for consideration to any warming centers that might exist. We have warming kits that include sleeping bags for those who may need them.

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12/15/2025

A heartfelt thank you to Freddys of Ada for generously donating all the delicious food prepared during their employee training to the residents of Mama T’s. Your kindness and thoughtfulness mean the world to us and bring so much joy to our community.