I have two clients, Anne and Karen, who started a non profit called Graceful Spaces. Anne is a commercial interior designer and Karen is an artist and organizing expert. Graceful Spaces works with families in Reston Interfaith’s transitional housing program. They teach families and individuals household skills to maintain their homes and the values of living simply. They provide furnishings for the new home and help with a generally smooth transition into everyday living.

When you think of Reston you don’t really think poverty, homelessness and disadvantaged, but unfortunately struggle is everywhere. Being that I was raised in Reston I felt compelled to give back. Reston Interfaith has been around for over 40 years. It is a non-profit organization that promotes self-sufficiency for those in need. They provide food, shelter, childcare and an array of services for those who need it most.

Anne and Karen told me that the conference room at Reston Interfaith where they meet with these families was drab and needed some remodeling. We donated a chair railing installation and a full paint job. Keep up the good work you two.

Learn more at http://www.restoninterfaith.org/.