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Community Homeless Outreach & Support/The Brooks House

Last Updated: 5/15/2013 12:04:05 PM

Nonprofit

Community Homeless Outreach & Support/The Brooks House

Address

P.O. Box 1222

Lebanon, TN 37088-
Wilson County

Primary Phone

(615) 444-8882

Primary Fax

(615) 444-8851

Web Site

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Contact Email

brookshouse1@charter.net

CEO/Executive Director

Ms. Elizabeth Y Reese, "Liz"

Board Chair

Mr. David "Bucky" Hesson

Board Chair Company Affiliation

Minister of Congregational Care & Counselor (LMFT, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapy)

Board Members

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Year of Incorporation

2006

Former Names

Organization received a competitive grant from the community foundation in the past five years

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Overview

To provide a safe, comfortable environment for women and children seeking shelter, and to connect them with resources to help change their lives.

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Programs

The Brooks House Shelter

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Financials

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Projected Revenue

$77,000

Projected Expenses

$33,000

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