Homeless Work Shop Idea

The Freebox bike (Eugene)

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Hello,
My name is Timothy. I'm looking for people who would be willing to hire homeless people for small, odd jobs, etc. We have started a mobile Homeless Ministry in Eugene called The Freebox bike. (www.thefreeboxbike.blogspot.com).

We are small and hope to stay more ground floor with this project in hopes of keeping things real and a blessing. An idea I had was to find people who are willing to help out (the homeless) by giving them some work. I'm sure it could do a host of good for their dignity.

Now, I understand there can be a number of issues with this. I am charging forward in good faith because....... to be honest, there is a great need in this city for more reaching out. This is all in a small, root-like stage, but brainstorm here for a moment. I will be interacting with individuals on the street. I know there are rivers and valleys galore but every so often there is someone who is in a transition and really could appreciate some hard work. Earning some honest cash can really be a blessing when you feel like everyone's against you!

The Freebox bike can be a sort of go between for these special individuals who are willing to work. Keep in mind, it can be very hard getting back up with no home, address, and a petty criminal record.

Please take some time to think about it. And yes, I would love to have some constructive criticism. The picture above is not my bike. I actually have a Surly cargo bike but I am hoping to raise the money to build a trailer like this one.

Thank you.