However, Lexington is one of the most unique communities, and best kept secrets, anywhere. This small, hospitable community has diversity that rivals any major metropolitan area. However, the community also faces many daunting challenges with its growth, turnover, and diversity. These challenges include, but are not limited to, unemployment, poverty, and food insecurity. Many community agencies, b
usinesses, schools and churches partner together to fill in the gaps and take these challenges head on. But, Micah’s House believes the greatest challenge facing Lexington is homelessness. During the 2015-16 school year 574 students in Lexington were homeless (as defined by the federal government). This statistic makes Lexington number two in the state of Nebraska for homelessness among students. Lexington is second only behind Omaha. For this reason, we believe Lexington is number one in Nebraska, per capita, for homelessness among students. Micah’s House wants to help make these homeless students, and their families, whole. Over the course of eighteen months to two years, with each family accepted into the program, Micah’s House will provide transitional housing (when available), an emergency shelter for homeless teens living apart from their families, family-to-family mentoring, and life-skills development. But right now, Micah’s House is equivalent to a garage startup business. All of Micah’s House’s efforts are driven by volunteers, including the Board of Directors. So, Micah’s House is counting on the generous support of faithful donors to fund initial staff and a facility. Sustainability is one of our top priorities so that we can make a significant, transformational impact with Lexington's 574 homeless students and their families. Thank you for your consideration of support for Micah’s House.
