Lucy's Hearth

William Tregaskis

Your Support Builds More Than Shelter—It Builds Futures

Dear Friend of Lucy’s Hearth,

Each day, families arrive at Lucy’s Hearth carrying the weight of uncertainty — unsure of where they’ll sleep, how they’ll feed their children, or what their next chapter will hold. Yet every day, because of your compassion, they find more than shelter here. They find stability, dignity, and the hope of a new beginning.

We are living through unprecedented times, when the needs of families experiencing homelessness are growing while public funding and resources for community-based programs continue to shrink. Despite these challenges, Lucy’s Hearth remains steadfast in our mission: to ensure that all families have a place to call home.

Your support makes that possible.

  • Because of you, a mother can access the support she needs to secure permanent housing.
  • Because of you, a child can return from school to a warm, safe home.
  • Because of you, families can look toward tomorrow with confidence instead of fear.

This holiday season, we ask you to renew your commitment to our families and to the community we all share. Every gift — large or small — helps us continue providing shelter, guidance, and hope when it’s needed most.

Your generosity makes an immediate difference:

  • $50 provides a week of nutritious meals for a family living in our emergency shelter.
  • $100 covers transportation assistance so parents can get to work or job training.
  • $250 supports a month of case management services to help families secure permanent housing.
  • $500 furnishes a family’s new home with essentials like bedding and kitchen supplies.
  • $1,000 sustains critical aftercare services, ensuring families maintain stability long after leaving shelter.

Together, we can make sure that every family has not just a roof over their head — but the foundation for long term stability, opportunity, and hope.

With heartfelt thanks,

Heather Bishop 
Director of Lucy’s Hearth 

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 PS. Don’t miss the annual Designer Wreath Sale or Shelter Stock Concert, which are both on Saturday, December 6th.

2025 Holiday Giving

2025 Holiday Giving Program

Each year with the help of our community, we are able to bring holiday cheer to our friends in need with Thanksgiving baskets and Christmas gift assistance. We invite businesses and community members to register for the holiday giving program to support families in need! We invite current and past residents of Lucy’s Hearth to register their family for Holiday Assistance. Registration for all programs ends on November 9th and assignments will start the first week of November!

Please e-mail info@lucyshearth.org if you have questions or call (401)847-2021 between 9am and 2pm Monday-Friday and ask for Ashley C!

Supporting the Holiday Giving Program

Each year, Lucy’s Hearth campaigns to support current and past residents who may need assistance through the holiday season. We ask donors to sign up to provide non-perishable Thanksgiving baskets, assistance with Christmas gifts for families, or both! Our sign ups have been updated this year to allow supporters to choose varying family sizes for both holidays. Thank you for your support! Sign-ups will begin on September 15th and continue through November 9th. Participants will receive e-mails related to their family assignment beginning on November 9th. If you have any questions please email us at info@lucyshearth.org. Thank you!

I would like to support a family this holiday season
Receiving support for Thanksgiving

If you are looking for support this Thanksgiving season please click the button below to complete a short form. Sign-ups are open from September 15th to November 9th for families who have received support from 2020 – present. Confirmation e-mails will be sent starting in November. Please be aware that we are not able to deliver any gifts this year. So, please make sure you are able to get transportation to Lucy’s Hearth to pick up your gifts before signing up.

I would like to receive support from the Holiday Giving Program for Thanksgiving
Receiving support for Christmas

If you are looking for support this Christmas season please click the button below to complete a short form. Sign-ups are open from September 15th – to November 9th for families who have received support from 2020 – present. Confirmation e-mails will be sent starting in November. Please be aware that we are not able to deliver any gifts this year. So, please make sure you are able to get transportation to Lucy’s Hearth to pick up your gifts before signing up.

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Press Release: Providing Holiday Support for Residents at Lucy’s Hearth

Contact: Heather Bishop
Tel: (401) 847-2021
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October 21, 2024

Lucy’s Hearth is looking forward to providing Thanksgiving and Christmas assistance to our current and former residents and their families.

Community members interested in contributing to Lucy’s Hearth for Thanksgiving or Christmas can visit our website http://www.lucyshearth.org to sign up for Adopt-A-Family and find updates as the holidays get closer. Lucy’s Hearth can also be reached at 401-847-2021 and by email at Info@lucyshearth.org.

Mark Gorman, Former Board Chair, stated “Much of Lucy’s Hearth’s preparation for the holidays is to organize and obtain donations for current and past residents for Thanksgiving and Christmas. Lucy’s Hearth has limited freezer storage for turkeys at Thanksgiving, so vouchers and small gift cards are the easiest way for us to ensure each family receives what they need for their holiday meal.”

For Christmas, the shelter is seeking individuals and organizations to “Adopt” A Family and help fulfill children’s wish lists. Those who do not want to commit to a family but want to contribute this holiday season can donate gift cards from local stores in small amounts ($10.00 to $50.00 dollars) to assist families in their wish lists.

Gorman continued “We have many children who still believe in the spirit of Christmas, and it’s difficult for us to hide presents from them in such a small building. Gift cards make Christmas easier because it allows for parents to have independence in choosing what to get for their children, and the opportunity to create traditions for their families.”

“Lucy’s Hearth has been helping the community for 40 years. We’re looking forward to this holiday season and know it’s going to be a great one with the help of our supporters” stated Gorman.

In an effort to best accommodate our holiday needs and due to our limited storage space, Lucy’s Hearth will not be able to accept donations of used clothing and household items starting the week of October 7th 2024, and continuing through the months of November and December.

Introducing a New Logo for Lucy’s Hearth

This year, we embarked on a journey to create a new logo for Lucy’s Hearth, one that truly embodies our mission and the spirit of our community. To make this vision a reality, we launched a public design contest, inviting artists, designers, and creative minds from across the community to share their interpretations of what Lucy’s Hearth stands for. The response was overwhelming, and we were inspired by the creativity, passion, and thoughtfulness that each submission brought to the table. 

We are excited to share a meaningful milestone in the journey of Lucy’s Hearth as we officially launch our new logo, a symbol that reflects our mission, values, and the community we serve. 

Lucy's New Logo Feature Slide

At the center of the design is a house, representing the safe and welcoming environment that Lucy’s Hearth provides to families in need. Behind the house, a bold sun rises, symbolizing the warmth, hope, and brighter future we aim to create for those who walk through our doors. Beneath the roof of the house, you’ll notice two keyholes—a subtle but significant touch that speaks to new opportunities, security, and the hope of finding a place to call home. 

This new logo is more than a fresh look; it is a reflection of the dedication, resilience, and optimism that drives us every day. It serves as a reminder of our mission to provide safety, support, and a new beginning to families experiencing homelessness. Most importantly, it underscores the power of community—your support is what allows Lucy’s Hearth to continue offering hope and help to those who need it most. 

We are incredibly proud of this new chapter in our story, and we hope this logo serves as a symbol of the ongoing impact we create together. Thank you for being a part of Lucy’s Hearth and for your unwavering commitment to our mission. With your support, we look forward to continuing to build brighter futures, one family at a time. 

Lucy’s Hearth 40th Anniversary Logo Redesign Contest

Official Entry Form
Rules & Guidelines

MIDDLETOWN, RI – March 21, 2024 – Lucy’s Hearth, a leading 24-hour facility providing crucial programs and shelter services to children and families experiencing homelessness, is thrilled to announce a logo design contest in celebration of its 40th anniversary. This exciting competition invites the public to contribute their creativity and talent by designing graphic elements that will play a pivotal role in supporting Lucy’s Hearth’s visual identity. 

Contest Reward: The winner of the Lucy’s Hearth logo design contest will receive a cash award of $750! This generous prize recognizes the talent and creativity of our participants and serves as a token of appreciation for their dedication to Lucy’s Hearth.

Lucy’s Hearth is dedicated to offering wraparound services tailored to individual needs, assisting families in regaining self-sufficiency and acquiring the skills necessary to break free from homelessness permanently. 

To enter the Design Contest, eligible participants must: 

  1. Review the Logo Design Contest Official Rules and Guidelines (click here).
  2. Complete the Official Entry Form: 
    https://www.lucyshearth.org/logo-design-contest-form/ 
  3. Create a design in .jpeg or .pdf formats (If you are chosen as a winner, you must be able to provide a high-resolution vector file, e.g., in Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, or InDesign). 
  4. Use colors that are part of the official Lucy’s Hearth color palette, contestants may choose to use additional complementary colors adopted upon selection. 
  5. Submit your artwork to info@lucyshearth.org no later than 5/31/2024. Submissions can also be shared via Google Drive, One Drive, Dropbox, or other file-sharing links, ensuring they are accessible to the email address mentioned. 

Lucy’s Hearth encourages everyone, regardless of artistic background, to participate in this contest and contribute to a meaningful cause. The winning design will not only be a symbol of the 40th anniversary but also a representation of the collective effort to support families in need. 

For more information about Lucy’s Hearth and the logo design contest, please visit www.lucyshearth.org or contact Ashley Carpenzano at info@lucyshearth.org or 401-847-2021. 

About Lucy’s Hearth: Lucy’s Hearth is a 24-hour facility dedicated to providing programs and shelter services to children and families experiencing homelessness. Committed to individualized care and support, Lucy’s Hearth empowers families to regain self-sufficiency and acquire the skills needed to break the cycle of homelessness. For more information, visit www.lucyshearth.org. 

A Letter to Donors of Lucy’s Hearth

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Dear friend of Lucy’s Hearth,

We are truly awed by the support you have shown Middletown’s own Lucy’s Hearth this year! Thank you!

Because of YOU, more than 80 kids and 50 parents experiencing homelessness received shelter, healing, educational assistance, workforce readiness, financial literacy, help finding a permanent home, and so much more! Families like four-year-old “Amy”, and her mother, who fled domestic violence and became homeless – but now, thanks to support from Lucy’s, they have an apartment in the community, mom now has her GED and a job, and Amy is thriving in pre-school and feeling safe and confident!

Because of YOU, we’ve provided a safe and supportive environment for families. We’ve created a community garden and installed new energy-efficient windows throughout the shelter.

Because of YOU, we’ve partnered with local businesses and other allies creating a network of support for families that extends beyond our shelter;

And yet, Rhode Island is still experiencing an extreme rise in homelessness with hundreds of families, including pregnant moms, victims of domestic violence, and children in desperate need of Lucy’s safe shelter and supportive services.

Will you take a moment right now and make an investment for one of these families? Your support of $70 is a monthly bus pass for a parent to get to work; $250 feeds Lucy’s families for three days; $500 provides healthy snacks for kids for one month; $1,500 is children’s activities and educational support for one month; $3,500 keeps our shelter open for one day; and $5,000 will help a family get settled in their forever home. Your contribution, no matter the size, can change the trajectory of a child’s life. You can help them find a place to call home.

Thank you, for your kindness and your commitment to our kids and our community.  

Happy Holidays, 

Ashley Salemi Tarvis, LCSW 
Director of Lucy’s Hearth 

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P.S.  See you at the Designer Wreath Sale on Saturday, December 2nd at the Rotunda in Newport!