General Facts
Name a reason a person will call the crisis line
thoughts of suicide, family and relationship problems, housing needs, violent or threatening domestic situations, loneliness or depression, and substance use issues
Name a food item you can donate
Cereal, Oatmeal, Shelf stable milk, Flavored mini coffee creamers and sugar (Splenda), Juice boxes or packets, Individually wrapped snack items (crackers, chips), Peanut butter & jelly, Macaroni and Cheese cups, Pasta, Mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard packets, Pasta Sauce, Salad Dressings, Canned fruit, Canned soups (ready to eat), Ready to eat/Microwavable meals
Name a city/town a grassroots center is in
jessup and columbia
What is the symbol associated with grassroots?
Sun
How many lunches do we make at meetings?
50
How many Grassroots Locations are in Howard County?
3
Name a Personal Item you can donate
Body lotion, Deodorant, Toothpaste, Dental floss, Razors, Body Wash, Shaving Cream, Toothbrushes
Is life skills training and job readiness taught at the grassroots crisis intervention or grassroots emergency shelter
grassroots emergency shelter
How many grassroots shelters offer a family shelter program?
1
Can your hours at this club count for NHS?
Yes
What 3 digit number is called for the Suicide and Crisis Hotline?
988
True or false: Grassroots accepts donations of stuffed animals, puzzles, books, and clothing
False
How many beds are available for individuals?
A range of 5 is accpected
18 (accept 15-20)
true or false: the cold weather shelter is an overflow shelter during the winter months
true
Name 3 items put in the lunches we make
sandwich, orange, water bottle, chips, cookies
Name a crisis service offered at grassroots
crisis line, 24 hour calling and texting, counseling, support groups
Name a gift card accepted by grassroots as a donation
Walmart, Target and Amazon, gas stations, grocery stores, dollar tree
How many days a week is the grassroots day resource center open? (not the overnight emergency center)
3
True or False: Grassroots works to find job opportunities for its clients
True
Why does grassroots want to shift away from Ham sandwiches?
dietary and religious restrictions
What was the original name of the grassroots center?
Harriet Tubman Center
Name a non food and non personal item you can donate
Laundry Detergent pods, Bleach, Bed Pillows (new), twin Size Sheet Sets, Bath Towels, Wash Cloths, Cleaning Supplies, Paper Products, baby wipes, diapers, gift cards, cold and flu medicine
When was grassroots first established?
1981
How many beds are available for families?
33
What color are the cords you get for this club at graduation?
pink/orange