A Word From Julie

Dear Friends,

As we approach the holidays and look toward 2026, I want to extend my deepest gratitude for your unwavering belief in OPEN M’s mission. Your generosity has been a lifeline, especially this year as families in our community have faced unprecedented hardship.

Government cuts and the loss of essential food benefits have left many struggling to meet their most basic needs. Yet because of you, OPEN M has continued to provide critical wraparound services including nutritious food, healthcare and employment support to those who need it most. You’ve helped us be a beacon of hope in a time of great uncertainty.

Still, the weight of this moment is heavy. Our food pantry shelves are bare of vital nutrition items. Our clinic has seen a tremendous increase in uninsured patients. While more people than ever are turning to us for help finding sustainable work. Every day we witness the quiet desperation of neighbors who simply want to survive, and we’re doing everything we can to lift them up.

Our community needs your prayers and compassion now more than ever.

As the year draws to a close, I invite you to make a year-end or monthly gift. Your support will not only sustain our programs, it will send a powerful message of hope to those who feel forgotten. It’s a chance to leave a legacy of kindness, resilience and transformation.

Together, we can build a stronger, more compassionate community where no one is left behind. Thank you for standing with us. Your impact is real and your legacy begins with every life you touch.

With gratitude,

Julie Carneal
Chief Executive Officer