Friends of John Graham was initiated by Maya Peers Nitzberg ’16.5 in the fall of 2014. After spending the summer as a Shepherd Poverty Intern, she wanted to continue a connection with John Graham and Middlebury beyond seasonal interns. She recruited a group of interested students (including myself), and we began going to John Graham on a weekly basis with the intention of providing weekly activities and tutoring services as an outlet for relaxation for the members of JGS. Above all, we are constantly adapting to the needs and desires of the JGS staff and residents. Volunteering at John Graham puts the Vermont housing crisis into perspective while experiencing the important role John Graham plays in providing food, shelter, housing, services and hope to homeless individuals and families from around Vermont. For more information, visit the John Graham website at http://www.johngrahamshelter.org/ .

-Zorica Radanovic ’19