Ribbon Cutting Event

Vancouver, WA – October 2024 – Community Roots Collaborative (C-Roots) is proud to announce a
strategic partnership with NW Furniture Bank to furnish seven tiny homes at their new O Street
Community, providing affordable housing and essential furnishings for families in need. To support this
important project, D.A. Davidson and Pacific Northwest Fundraising have generously pledged a $3,000
matching gift, doubling every donation up to this amount toward C-Roots’ fundraising goal of $10,500.
The tiny homes will be staged at C-Roots’ O Street Community, which will celebrate its grand opening at
a Ribbon Cutting Event on October 10, 2024, from 3-5 PM at 3600 O Street, Vancouver, WA 98663.
The event will highlight the collaborative efforts of local organizations working together to create
affordable housing solutions for the Vancouver community.

The partnership with NW Furniture Bank ensures that each tiny home will be fully furnished, offering
families a comfortable and dignified living space. The cost to furnish one tiny home is $1,500, and the
goal of $10,500 will provide essential furniture and household items for all seven homes.
"We are thrilled to collaborate with NW Furniture Bank to furnish these tiny homes," said Peggy
Sheehan, Interim Executive Director of C-Roots. "Our goal is to make these homes move-in ready for
families who need them most, providing not just housing, but a sense of stability and community."
Haley Haines, Director of Development at NW Furniture Bank, added: “Partnering with C-Roots to
furnish these tiny homes aligns perfectly with our mission of providing comfort and dignity to those
transitioning into stable housing. Together, we’re creating spaces where families can truly thrive.”
In addition to providing essential furnishings, this project demonstrates the power of community
collaboration. The $3,000 matching gift from D.A. Davidson ($2,500) and Pacific Northwest Fundraising
($500) allows donors to double their impact, making it easier to reach the $10,500 goal. Every donation
up to $3,000 will be matched dollar-for-dollar, and all donations will go directly toward furnishing these
homes.

"We believe in supporting innovative housing solutions, and C-Roots’ work with NW Furniture Bank is
exactly the kind of community-driven initiative we want to uplift," said Eddie Allen, Owner and Lead
Guide of Pacific Northwest Fundraising. "This matching gift is a way to engage the community and
inspire donors to take action."

Join the Celebration: Ribbon Cutting Event
The Ribbon Cutting Event on October 10, 2024, will be an exciting celebration of C-Roots' latest housing
development at the O Street Community. The event will take place from 3-5 PM at 3600 O Street,
Vancouver, WA 98663, and community members, donors, and supporters are invited to attend.
During the event, attendees will have the opportunity to see the tiny homes firsthand and learn about
their critical role in addressing the area's affordable housing crisis. Representatives from C-Roots, NW
Furniture Bank, D.A. Davidson, and Pacific Northwest Fundraising will be present to speak about the
project and its impact.

How to Support the C-Roots Tiny Homes Project
To help C-Roots reach their goal of furnishing these tiny homes, donors can contribute online and double
their impact through the $3,000 matching gift. Every donation will help transform these tiny homes into
warm, welcoming spaces for families in need.
💡 Donate today to double your impact:https://c-roots.org/donate/

About Community Roots Collaborative (C-Roots)
Community Roots Collaborative (C-Roots) is a nonprofit organization committed to creating sustainable,
affordable housing solutions for individuals and families in need. Through innovative housing models,
such as tiny home communities, C-Roots is tackling the housing crisis by offering safe, stable, and
affordable housing options that promote community and empowerment.

About NW Furniture Bank
NW Furniture Bank is a nonprofit organization that provides furniture and household essentials to families
transitioning out of homelessness, low-income households, and individuals recovering from crises. By
recycling donated furniture, NW Furniture Bank ensures that every family has a comfortable place to call
home.

About D.A. Davidson
D.A. Davidson is an employee-owned financial services company that is deeply committed to giving back
to the communities it serves. With a focus on corporate responsibility, D.A. Davidson supports nonprofit
organizations and community initiatives that promote economic stability and social equity.

About Pacific Northwest Fundraising
Pacific Northwest Fundraising (PNWF) provides expert fundraising guidance and strategies to nonprofit
organizations. Led by Eddie Allen, PNWF partners with nonprofits to design impactful, sustainable
campaigns that empower organizations to reach their full potential.