Pulliam Belief awards $75,000 to NW Valley Join

PHOENIX —  Lately, Northwest Valley Join was awarded a $75,000 grant from the Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Belief to develop its Mobility Middle Program capability to deal with particular transit wants and construct and retain a sustainable workforce.

“The NVC Board of Administrators, workers, and volunteers drastically admire the Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Belief award,” mentioned Julie Kent-Partridge, Board Chairperson. “This grant will enable us to offer important transit entry and assets for the elder inhabitants dwelling independently with restricted talents.”

Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, NVC joined with different organizations within the West Valley to reply to requests for assist from neighborhood members whereas addressing the rising demand for transit companies.

The demand for such companies elevated considerably for susceptible populations, such because the aged and people with disabilities, that had been more and more turning into extra remoted.

Since 2014, NVC has been out there to greater than 8,500 residents who’re growing old in place, the disabled, seniors 65 years and older, and veterans with out entry to public transportation.

About 82% of rides, or 10,000 to 12,000 yearly, are well being and human companies, reminiscent of dialysis, most cancers remedies, pharmacies and meals securities.

Since its inception, the Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Belief has supported packages and companies for susceptible populations and marginalized communities, funding $7.5 million in 2021 alone. To be taught extra in regards to the Belief, go to ninapulliamtrust.org.

For extra details about NVC and the Mobility Middle Program, go to northwestvalleyconnect.org.