Dear Friends,                                           Summer/Fall 2005

Church Community Services, Inc. is proud to announce that its Soup of Success Job & Life Skills Training Program has once again been awarded Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) tax credits from the Indiana Department of Commerce!

For eight years the Soup of Success program has provided support to local women who are striving to overcome difficult life situations and gain the skills necessary to succeed in the job market. Our unique program encompasses education, hands-on business skills, personal assessment, career counseling, computer training, and self-esteem building.

Based on strategic plans made last summer, the SOS training program has been lengthened to five months. An important addition is a full-time staff person who acts as both Life Coach and Mentoring co-coordinator. Abbie Kashmir meets individually with each woman to set goals and monitor progress. She also facilitates group interaction and provides employment resources. Finally, she works with fellow coordinator Kathy Peterson to oversee the mentoring program which provides support and follow-up for the graduates.   

The success of this program is a result of partnerships, funding, donations, and volunteers from throughout the Elkhart community

The Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) allows donors to receive tax credits from the State of Indiana for up to 50 percent of the value of your donation and is above and beyond your federal deduction.

To contribute, simply fill in the highlighted sections of the enclosed form and return it along with your check in our self-addressed envelope. Checks must be made payable to Soup of Success.

We are excited about partnering with you to make a difference in the lives of local Elkhart women. 

Betsy Ayrea                                                           Traci Perry

Director                                                     Assistant Director

Soup of Success Job & Life Skills Training Program

(574) 523-1551