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On the seventh day of Christmas, Melanie Duggan, our Senior Investment Associate, nominated Alpha House.

Why? “Living in the inner city, I’ve witnessed the struggles that many individuals face daily,” said Melanie. “The impact of addiction and homelessness is tangible.”

“Alpha House’s commitment to providing shelter, detox programs, and outreach services not only offers immediate assistance, but also plays a crucial role in connecting clients to more appropriate community resources. I am particularly inspired by the work of the HELP program, formerly known as DOAP (Downtown Outreach Addictions Partnership) team. By providing support and connecting clients to the necessary resources, Alpha House contributes significantly to reducing unnecessary uses of health care and criminal justice interventions.”

Please follow along on our LinkedIn page and our website as we highlight a new charity every business day until December 22nd.

From the entire team at the Baun & Pate Investment Group, we wish you and your family a very Happy Holiday Season and Prosperous New Year.

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