Creating a Home
Who We Are
A Safe Harbor in Times of Need
At Gabriel's Horn, we are dedicated to helping women and children experiencing homelessness rebuild their lives with dignity and achieve independence. We provide shelter, a safe space, and connections to vital community resources that promote financial literacy, employment opportunities, transportation, and health & wellness. Our vision is a community where generational homelessness is eradicated, and families have the resources they need to transition to stable, independent living, creating lasting stability and breaking the cycle of homelessness.
How We Got Here
Our History
The Board of Directors for Gabriel’s Horn was formed in March 2003 and received official 501(c)3 status in January 2004. Gabriel’s Horn Corporation has grown from seven individuals with no funds to a very active volunteer Board, providing a safe, temporary shelter at no cost, with provision of food, linens and basic supplies to women, with or without children. Information, support services, and referral to other agencies are offered according to individual needs. In April 2005, Gabriel’s Horn entered into a land contract to purchase our current location. Gabriel’s Horn was accepted as a United Way partner agency of Porter County in 2006. This progress has given us financial support and credibility throughout the Porter County community. The shelter employs a small staff that includes an Executive Director and a contracted Bookkeeper and Accountant. Gabriel’s Horn partners with Goodwill and Vantage Aging as a host agency for the House Manager, Office Assistant, and Facilities and Grounds positions. The Board Members volunteer their time and expertise to the organization.
Ways We Provide
Shelter
We offer a secure and supportive environment with essential supplies.
The shelter has individual sleeping rooms and access to a kitchen, common gathering area, and two laundry facilities.
Safe Space
Gabriel's Horn provides a safe space for clients to work on preparing for moving to a stable living situation.The shelter is monitored for security and safety.
Resources
We offer free transportation and help clients connect with organizations that promote financial literacy, employment, and health & wellness.
Aftercare
Ongoing support is available for clients who have moved into stable housing, helping them maintain independence and prevent future homelessness.
Meet Our Team
The heart of Gabriel's Horn lies in the commitment of our board and staff. Their combined efforts ensure we provide the best possible support to women and children in need.
To contact Gabriel's Horn Board of Directors, send correspondence to:
Board of Directors
Gabriel’s Horn
P.O. Box 943
Portage, IN 46368
The Executive Board
Ron Necco – Board President
Grace Steorts - Vice President
Eliana Matos - Treasurer
Arie Mosley - Secretary
Board Members
Ashley Coombs
Jenna Turner
Mya Amelse (NV)
Staff
Lisa M. Swayne-Executive Director
executivedirector@gabriels-horn.org
Penny Armstrong - House Manager
Becky Revere – Bookkeeper
Joanne Mihalich - Office Assistant
Mailing Address
Mailing Address:
PO BOX 943
Portage, Indiana 46368
Phone: (219) 364-8018