Bridging the Gap

Dear Friends,

Are birds building nests near you? They are here!

Spring is the season of renewal – renewing connections with communities, faith, families, and friends. In the Outer Banks, spring is also a season of building. Here at ICO, we are busy building new bridges of connection within our community, continuing to provide assistance to neighbors in need during an unexpected crisis.

Scott is a single father of 4, a small business owner on the Outer Banks and the sole earner for his household. Diagnosed with cancer in January, he has been trying to work and raise his children while receiving treatment. ICO helped this family in their time of crisis, allowing Scott to focus on recovering from the surgery, chemo, and radiation he needs, supporting him during times of reduced income. Before the illness, Scott knew little about ICO despite being a contributing business owner. Being on the other side of that door was an eye opening and spiritual experience for him. “The people and the support from Interfaith are amazing. Amazing!”

Here’s another story about connecting with a neighbor. An elderly veteran lost the use of his car after an accident caused by another driver. His car connected him to medical appointments, the grocery, and the pharmacy. This gentleman was contemplating suicide when he reached out for help. When he called us, I happened to answer the phone and assured him we were here to lift him up.

He broke down and cried, so grateful that we were there in his time of desperation. Through the kindhearted giving of donors like yourself, ICO was able to provide him the financial assistance needed which alleviated his crisis and renewed his hope.

Will you help us build these new bridges of connection? Continuing our outreach requires continuous support. All gifts big and small help to connect ICO to those in crisis, honoring our vision of Bridging the Gap when neighbors find themselves in need of hope, kindness, and connection.

Thank you for your ongoing generosity and compassion.

Yours in faith,
Jenniffer Albanese