We have been the host to the congregational-based shelter for many years and we will continue to provide volunteer and financial support in its new permanent location. We work closely with several community organizations including Community Ministry, Coalition for the Homeless, Interfaith Housing Coalition and Bethesda Cares. Affordable housing is third on the list. Cedar Lane has an excellent opportunity to promote affordable housing by working with the Unitarian Universalist Affordable Housing Corporation, which is dedicated to the rehabilitation and construction of affordable housing in the greater Washington area. One of our members is President of the Board of Directors of the Unitarian Universalist Affordable Housing Corporation.
Children are next on the ballot.
Cedar Lane has been an active supporter of Beacon House, a center for children in the District. This past summer we had a successful Beacon House Camp here at the church. We can expand that involvement with an active mentoring program, increased tutoring help, and sponsorship of field trips. We also have a newly formed Children's Task Force that organized our participation in the Stand for Children March last June. A response to the Religious Right is next on the list of issues.