The Partnership for Families, Children and Adults received a UPS Foundation grant in the amount of $9,000 on Nov. 10 for the Partnership’s new transitional housing shelter, Stella’s Place, which provides transitional housing and services to women and their families fleeing domestic violence. The grant was awarded by the UPS Foundation, the charitable arm of UPS.

The grant will be used to purchase supplies for the shelter, completing the finishing touches on the newly acquired home, which was donated fully furnished by an anonymous donor. The grant will also cover rent subsidies and transportation costs for the domestic violence survivors residing in the shelter and working to build a better life.

“This grant award could not have come at a better time for the Partnership and our new transitional housing shelter,” said Regina McDevitt, director of Crisis and Homeless Services. “Funding is tight now and the demand for services is high. We would not be able to continue providing crisis services like shelter for victims of domestic violence without supporters like UPS.”

The donated home is located in a quiet residential neighborhood where victims of violence can continue healing their emotional scars and rebuild their lives. “The shelter has given me stability and means so much to my family,” said a current resident who lives in the shelter with her children. “It’s not like a typical shelter – it’s a home. It’s comfortable.”

Established in 1951 and based in Atlanta, The UPS Foundation identifies specific areas where its backing impacts social issues. In support of this strategic approach, The UPS Foundation has identified the following focus areas for giving; nonprofit effectiveness, economic and global literacy, encouraging diversity, community safety and environmental sustainability.

In 2008, The UPS Foundation oversaw more than $100 million in philanthropy worldwide, including grants that benefit organizations or programs such as the Partnership for Families, Children and Adults and provide support for building stronger communities.

“The UPS Foundation is committed to funding impactful programs that make a meaningful difference in our communities – so we are proud to support Partnership’s efforts to empower people to build better lives,” said Ken Sternad, president of The UPS Foundation.