Action Statement

Closer to Home's calling is to raise funds from events, sponsorships and donations in order to supply provisions such as food, shelter, clothing and education for needy families, individuals and children who come to our attention via third party references.

Background

In August of 2000, Grammy nominated award winner Michele Pillar formed Closer to Home. Since then, many artists have donated their talents to raise funds for Closer to Home, including Michael McDonald, Steve Winwood, Vince Gill, JoDee Messina, Wynonna, Phil Vassar, Allen Shamblin, and many others.

Corporate Sponsors such as Keller Williams, Bridgestone, Capitol Bank and AIM Health Care Services have given generously to help hundreds of people in Williamson and surrounding counties.

Closer to Home is a 501(c)(3) Tax Exempt Corporation.

"We are blessed with a strong foundation of volunteer Board Members who together represent over fifty years experience with not-for-profit organizations. We run smoothly and quickly to assist those who need our help, often within twenty-four hours. Closer to Home is a simple neighbor helping neighbor effort," states Michele Pillar, Closer to Home President.

Operations

Closer to Home is managed by a five member Board of Directors. Operation and overhead expenses are approximately $300 per month and the Director of Gifting is paid a modest salary for the daily processing of referral requests.

Most distributions are given anonymously to maintain the dignity of those helped.

Referrals are submitted to Closer to Home via public servants such as social workers, police officers, caseworkers, educators and other individuals who are in a position to evaluate people in need. Closer to Home helps those who need immediate assistance and may be too proud to ask for help.

"I am very excited to be serving on the Board for Closer to Home. I've watched it carefully though the years and respect all aspects of it."--

Beth Ingram, Chairman of the Board of Closer To Home.