Eugene, OR -- It was an exciting week for former Cornerstone resident Bernadette. Thanks to her hard work, and some help from First Story and Hayden Homes, Bernadette is now a homeowner. Through the First Story loan program, Bernadette sought…
Eugene, OR -- Bianca and her husband Luis searched for a year to find an affordable place to call home. While it took some time, their hopes were finally restored when they got the call that a beautiful apartment was…
Eugene, OR -- Thank you for supporting Books and Bites! With your generosity over 1,000 books and healthy snacks will be delivered to children and teens living in Cornerstone communities. Through our Books and Bites program, Cornerstone children and teens…
Eugene, OR-- Single mom Bernadette has a lot to be thankful these days. She has a nice home, her two sons are thriving and she has a job she loves. But that wasn't always the case. Before moving…
Jessie and Hannah say, “Thank you for our new clothes!” The 2019 “Back to School Clothes Drive” was a HUGE success! Your donations gave kids that special feeling on their first day back in the classroom. In September, Cornerstone kids…
Meet Gramma Shirley . . . everyone’s grandmother Can you believe it? Gramma Shirley celebrated her 93rd Christmas in 2019 . . . and because of your generosity she’s living independently at a Cornerstone community. Just like other grandmothers, she…
Live Well, Laugh Often, Love Much . . . within minutes of meeting Sarah, you can see why these words resonate with her! Entering her home, you’re greeted by Sir Robert, her very vocal and loving rescue tabby cat. Colorful…
With a big smile across her face, resident-volunteer Patricia* unloads kale into a bin and greets neighbors as they come into the West Town Community Room. When first meeting Patricia, you wouldn’t guess that she had been on the verge…
Darcy Phillips, Cornerstone’s Executive Director says, “When my kids were growing up I was lucky to have a great tribe of moms that I could surround myself with. I’m not sure what I would have done without the support of…
When Marcia* first met with Jessie, our Community Health Worker, last spring, she wasn’t able to make her health a priority. Her monthly expenses made going to the doctor difficult. Managing her diabetes, osteoarthritis and high blood pressure was nearly…
