Contributed by Michelle Overstreet
On February 7th, 2019, Kristan Cole’s Home of Hope is celebrating 35 years in business in the Valley and dedicating the proceeds from the upcoming Customer Appreciation Event to MY House, to help them purchase the building they currently occupy. Kristan has demonstrated her commitment to supporting homeless youth in the Valley by making generous donations over the past several years, citing personal experience and a love for Alaska and this community, as her motivations to remain engaged.
Last month, Kristan and her team hosted a fundraiser in Scottsdale, Arizona, that raised $50,000 for the locally founded non-profit, and included special guests John Maxwell and Sarah and Todd Palin. Wasilla Mayor Bert Cottle and MY House founder and Director, Michelle Overstreet also attended, advocating for homeless programs that provide transitional housing and job training in an effort to “end youth homelessness”.
“If we don’t support this organization, who’s going to support these kids?” asked Mayor Cottle, “without MY House we have more theft, shoplifting and kids hanging around, getting in trouble. That costs us all a lot of money”. It was clear from the response of the attendees that they were impressed with the mission and outcomes of the non-profit. Former Arizona Diamondbacks baseball player, Shea Hillenbrand, was in attendance and proud to be supporting Kristan’s efforts, offering signed baseball “swag” that will be available at the Alaska fundraiser.
Clients of Kristan Cole Real Estate services are very familiar with the notorious Customer Appreciation Night, and the trip to Mexico that is given away at this event. This event will boast more giveaways, raffles, prizes and opportunities to donate.
RSVP at https://kristancole.com/35years.
