Austin’s House, an emergency children’s shelter located centrally near the Douglas/Carson border, is celebrating five years of providing compassionate care for children in crisis by launching its inaugural annual campaign the 2012 Appeal for Kids.

The facility was built entirely with donations from our generous community and opened in September 2007.

The community support has been tremendous, but raising the funds necessary to take care of children in crisis who must be removed from their homes is always a challenge for Austin’s House.

Austin’s House board is looking to improve the situation by supplementing fundraising efforts with more repetitive giving going forward.

As part of the campaign there are giving levels for every budget. The Daily Club is a $100 donation that will care for one child for one day. Other donation levels include the Food Club, Professional Club, and the Go Green Club. These plans pay for a major annual expense such as groceries, insurance, or utilities. Room sponsorship is another giving option.

Anyone interested in learning more about Austin’s House, about its campaign or in making a donation can contact Austin’s House at (775) 267.6711.