It's never been easier to Donate

When you donate goods to The Lend-a-Hand, those items are then sold at our Family Stores. And the proceeds are used to fund our Adult Rehabilitation Centers, where those struggling with drugs and alcohol find help, hope, and a second chance at life.

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Be the Local Hero

The proceeds are used to fund our Adult Rehabilitation Centers, where those struggling with drugs and alcohol find help, hope, and a second chance at life.

We believe children are the most amazing people on earth—and that drives us to do everything we can do to live up to the privilege of caring for them.

Interested In Becoming
A Sponsor?

Here are current operation and program spending breakdown.

We rely on the generosity of corporate and private sponsors to help us achieve our goals. We are grateful for each sponsor’s passion for our mission and desire to support those in need.

Farming & Food Self-sufficiency 81%
Research and Advocacy 65%
Education 92%
Help Senior Citizens 84%

Real Impact, Measurable Results

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fundraising & donation campains
%
of clients have increased coping skills
%
of clients saw an increased income or educational level
%
increased community needs

It's not just a donation. It's an investment in a people's future.

Make A Donation

Your donation helps change lives.

Whose life will you transform?

We rely on the generosity of sponsors to help us achieve our goals.

Support by Volunteering

Take action by contributing your talents.

Attend Events

Have fun while helping those in need.

It's not just a donation. It's an investment in a people's future.
Frank Doss
CEO Mieia Association

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