The Tapestry is a Non-Profit Public Charity, Tax-Exempt 501(c)(3) Organization [Tax I.D.: 27-3705068].
The Tapestry mission is to strengthen community spirit, maximize human potential, and respectfully address social and environmental issues.
The Tapestry vision is to create a culture that is mindful of environmental, human and economic resources.
The Time Bank and the Furniture Bank are the beginning tools to reach our destination. Future possibilities are as endless as the threads of our tapestry.
Our Core Values:
- Redefining the concept of "Human Services" and it's delivery in our community
- Reducing landfill dumping by inspiring craftsmanship and rejuvenation of unwanted household items
- Connecting non-profit and for-profit sectors to create a mutual community ownership
- Adopting an atmosphere of trust and collaboration that says, "Everybody has equal value regardless of education, socio-economic class, or social situation."
- Creating a culture that values individual uniqueness, gives dignity to all people, and is conscientious of environmental impact
The Tapestry vision is to create a culture that is mindful of environmental, human and economic resources.
The Time Bank and the Furniture Bank are the beginning tools to reach our destination. Future possibilities are as endless as the threads of our tapestry.
Our Core Values:
- Assets: We are all assets. Every human being has something to contribute.
- Redefining work: Some work is beyond price. Building community is real work that needs to be honored, recorded, and rewarded.
- Reciprocity: Helping works better as a two-way street. The question "How can I help you?" needs to change, so we ask, "How can we help each other build the world we both will live in?"
- Community: We need each other. People helping each other reweave communities of support, strength, and trust. Community is built upon sinking roots, building trust, creating networks that are built on mutual respect and commitment.
- Respect: Every human being matters. Respect underlies freedom of speech, freedom of religion, and everything we value. Respect supplies the heart and soul of democracy. When respect is denied to anyone, we are all injured. We must respect where people are in the moment, not where we hope they will be at some future time.
Rights and Responsibilities
Every member of The Tapestry has the right:
Every member of The Tapestry has the responsibility:
- To be treated with dignity, care and respect
- To earn one time dollar for every hour of service provided
- To spend time dollars on services offered by other members
- To save tome dollars in a personal account for later use
- To donate time dollars to other members
- To have privacy and confidentiality maintained
- To be values
- To be treated fairly
Every member of The Tapestry has the responsibility:
- To respect privacy and confidentiality of other members
- To be prompt and keep scheduled commitments
- To treat others as you would want to be treated
- To be accepting of guidance and instruction
- To accurately record transactions
- To actively recruit other members of the community
- To have fun and share your experiences