2. Recognizing a Need Median income for households headed by single mothers is HALF of what a typical family earns Thousands of households throughout the Santa Clarita Valley are headed by single mothers

3. History of Single Mothers Outreach Founded in 1990 by single mom, Debbie Quick for support Became official 501 (c)(3) charitable organization in May of 1998

4. History of Single Mothers Outreach (continued) Reorganized in 2007 Relocated to the Santa Clarita Valley Service Center in Newhall Volunteer based and headed by Ms. DaAnne Smith Currently offers assistance to single parents by providing referral information, education subsidies, clothing, education scholarships, and online group support

5. OUR MISSION STATEMENT empowering single parents and their children by providing hope, support, and resources so that families can become self-sustaining

6. How can I help? Volunteer Employment Referrals Clothing Donations Financial Donations

7. Success Stories “I am stronger than I have ever realized and capable of being the first person in my family to not only attend college, but also graduate with a degree in something I am very passionate about.” - Single Mother Kristi Robinson, awarded $1500 “...please relay my heartfelt thanks and please know that this gift not only means the world to me, but it also brings the world to me.” - Taken from a thank you note after receiving a free car via donation through Single Mothers Outreach

8. Success Stories “I am empowered today to move forward and continue on, even in adversity, as I got a dose of rejuvenation last night from these incredible women in our valley. I finally feel as if I will stop encountering those brick walls and I feel as if I will be able to gain the tools necessary to climb over that wall and triumph.” - note from a single mom who attended the Single Mothers Outreach support group

9. Contact Us 24271 Main Street Newhall, CA 91321 Phone: 661-288-0117 www.singlemothersoutreach.org