Spotlight: Women Who Care Ministries

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Mission: "To help hurting people transition into a brighter day."

Contact Information: Phone: (301) 926-1828; Email: info@womenwhocareministries.org; Address: 19634 Club House Road, Suite 325, Montgomery Village; Website

Financials: The annual operating budget is approximately $600,000.

History: According to the organization's website, "Women Who Care Ministries first started as a women's fellowship group when Judith Clark (founder) was divinely led to open her home for the gathering. Over 35 women attended this first meeting ... Around Year Two, Women Who Care Ministries began outreaching to the community-at-large, particularly working with families who were hungry and homeless. We also began working with persons who were victims of domestic abuse."

How you can help: You can make a donation online or volunteer your time. There are several opportunities to help including food drive volunteer, food sorter, receptionist and grant writer. The organization is also seeking board members for 2012.