This holiday season, while some people are worrying about what gifts to buy and preparing to entertain family and friends, a group of women are taking time to capture the true essence of Christmas by giving of themselves.The aim of the foundation is to assist women in life altering situations by making their lives a little bit better. "In a twisting economy it is easy to become displaced," Lynch said. "Some homeless shelters require social worker referral and others have waiting lists -- people are uneducated on how the system works. We take the time to feed the homeless, bring gifts, minister encouraging words, mentor, become a friend, and provide entertainment."
Enchanting Women has only been in existence a little over a year and in has impacted lives already. One recipient of the foundation's services was a high school student who was on the verge of suicide, had tragically lost a sibling in a fire, and was a victim of school bullying. The foundation provided peer support and counseling and showed the student through a caring support system that life was worth their investment. Today the student is, according to Lynch, "a thriving, happy teen."
Ché Santos, vice-president of the foundation, said helping homeless women prepare for housing interviews by assisting in hair, make-up and clothing makeovers gives them a new confidence.
"We believe and know that the changes we help make in lives," Santos said "are due largely in part to the dedication, love and support [we offer] through hands-on and open heart consistent service."
