The Comfort House Impact and Financial Report

The Comfort House

Impact & Financial Report

January 2024 – June 2025

Message from the Director

At The Comfort House, our mission is to provide trauma-informed care, safety, healing

opportunities, and lifelong learning experiences for school-aged children and teens in foster

care. The past 18 months have been filled with challenges, progress, lessons, and

transformation. Thanks to our angel donor, supporters, partners, and dedicated team, we’ve

made incredible strides in building a home where children are not only safe—but seen, heard,

and healed.

By the Numbers: Program Impact

Children Served

● 2024: 0 (Officially opened February 24, 2025)

● Jan–Jun 2025: 8

● Total to Date: 8 children

Notable Achievements

● Provided more than 127 safe nights, 381 hot meals, and 1,016 days of loving,

trauma-informed support

● Cash Purchase of 7 seat vehicle

● Hosted multiple community enrichment projects, including a youth art competition,

summer mural workshop, and a drop-in safety space for teens

● Developed and implemented individualized trauma-informed life plans for 6 children

● Approved as a UNR School of Social Work internship site for social work students

● Celebrated the reunification of one child with loving family members

● Took 5 children on their first-ever trip to the ocean and Disneyland

● Began collecting impact data to inform both The Comfort House model and broader

improvements to Nevada’s foster care system

Financial Report

Total Income

● 2024: $1,018,598

● Jan–Jun 2025: $18,536

● Total (18 months): $1,037,134

Expenditures by Category

Category 2024 Jan–Jun

2025

Total

Housing $827,000 $15,437 $842,437

Food & Nutrition $0 $15,000 $15,000

Education & School Supplies $0 $1,200 $1,200

Trauma-Informed Programming $0 $19,000 $19,000

Enrichment & Field Trips $0 $5,800 $5,800

Clothing, Hygiene & Essentials $0 $5,700 $5,700

Administrative & Licensing $14,000 $12,000 $26,000

Transportation $750 $27,200 $27,950

Total Expenses $841,750 $101,337 $943,087

● Percentage Spent on Direct Child Services: 88%

● Percentage Spent on Administration: 3%

● Reserves / Carry-Over for Future Use: $94,047

Looking Ahead: Goals for the Remainder of 2025

● Provide trauma-informed care and housing to up to 8 children at a time, every day

● Launch a 90-day Family Reunification Support Program for children whose parents

are entering sober living

● Build community partnerships to support growth and expansion

● Secure funding for 2026 operations to reach full capacity and maximize program impact

2026 Vision: Scaling Our Impact

● Expand to include an on-site emergency care unit for school-aged children from

outside Lyon County

● Achieve 100% sustainability through state and federal funding contracts for foster care

services

Thank You!

This work is only possible because of you—our supporters, grantors, and friends. Every dollar

you give becomes a blanket on a child’s bed, a safe place in a moment of crisis, or a memory

made at the ocean’s edge. Thank you for standing with us.

With humble gratitude,

Gina Armstrong

and The Comfort House Crew

Research reports that Nevada taxpayers spend an average of $40,000 per year AND up to $72,000 per year for each homeless person in Washoe County and Rural NV.  If we can reach our foster youth, ages 5 to 21, and provide them with the tools and opportunities to heal, that number could be greatly reduced and we would have better outcomes for our foster kids. 

How does this impact the lives of children?

1. Immediate Costs: 

• Medical expenses: Unaddressed health issues may lead to increased medical costs.
• Emergency interventions: Incidents requiring emergency services or law enforcement involvement.

2. Long-term Costs:

•  Mental health services: Unmet emotional needs may result in long-term mental health challenges, necessitating ongoing therapy or treatment.
•  Educational support: Lack of proper care may hinder educational attainment, leading to potential long-term economic impacts.
•  Social services: Increased reliance on social welfare programs and support services.
•  Legal costs: Involvement in the criminal justice system due to unaddressed behavioral issues or lack of support.
•  Loss of productivity: Potential loss of future economic contribution due to diminished opportunities resulting from inadequate care.
•  Homelessness: Higher risk of homelessness among former foster youth, leading to additional social and economic burdens.

3. Quality of Life Considerations:

• Emotional toll: Poor care can have profound emotional impacts on youth, affecting their overall well-being and quality of life.
• Interpersonal relationships: Difficulty forming healthy relationships due to unresolved trauma or lack of supportive environments.

4. Community Impact:

• Strain on social services: Increased demand on public resources and community support systems.
• Crime and safety: Unaddressed behavioral issues may contribute to community safety concerns and strain on law enforcement resources.

Additionally, it's essential to consider the ethical and moral imperatives of ensuring the well-being of vulnerable youth, beyond purely financial considerations.

Reference https://thenevadaindependent.com/article/annual-homeless-census-shows-increases-across-state-full-picture-incomplete

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