“Rather than just focusing on short-term storage and short-term goals at the end of the year, I want our team to focus on things that matter so much more,” said Ross Black, founder of Get Simple Box.
This Christmas, we are excited to partner with En Gedi Refuge, an organization right next door to our Lynden location. They work tirelessly to support women who have escaped prostitution and sex trafficking, giving them a safe place to start again.
As we close out the year, we want to share how Get Simple Box is coming alongside En Gedi Refuge. We hope that by highlighting their work and our partnership, you’ll find ways to get involved as well. At Get Simple Box, we believe that we’re more than just a portable storage franchise – we have an opportunity to make a difference that impacts our neighbors, our community, and those in great need.
Here’s How Get Simple Box is Helping:
- Donating $2,000 to En Gedi Refuge, supporting their programs and basic needs.
- Boxes of Love: We’re creating care packages filled with comforting items for the women at En Gedi this Christmas.
- Transportation Support: For every portable storage container delivered or picked up in December, we will donate $10 to En Gedi’s transportation fund. This will help these women get to appointments, job interviews, the grocery store, and more.
What Is En Gedi Refuge?
En Gedi Refuge is a safe haven for women rebuilding their lives after escaping trafficking. The organization provides them with a place to stay, food, medical help, counseling, and the chance to learn new skills. They offer more than just shelter—they give hope. Over time, they’ve helped around 100 women find a path to a better future.
“This is such a societal issue,” said Aaron Newcomb, Director of En Gedi Refuge. “Everybody has a part to play in preventing sex trafficking and helping to rescue those caught up in it. What you’re doing is kind of the perfect scenario…it takes everybody. Maybe we can move the needle.”
The team at En Gedi didn’t start out as experts. Aaron and his wife were once a construction contractor and an office manager. They became aware of the shocking truth: many women are forced into prostitution against their will. Seeing this need, they decided to step in.
“When we first started, we had no idea what we were doing,” shared Aaron. “But we realized that these are real people who need real help. It’s not just about rescuing them—it’s about restoring their lives.”
A Story of Hope and Healing
Aaron shared a story about a woman who spent years living on the streets, trapped in prostitution. She was abused, afraid, and so desperate that she considered taking her own life. Through some kind strangers, she found her way to En Gedi Refuge. There, she received safe housing, medical care, emotional support, and spiritual encouragement. Over 18 months, she began to heal. She even got new dentures after losing her teeth due to abuse and poor health. By the time she left, she felt stronger, reunited with family, and took steps to find a stable job and home.
“I love your guys’ heart,” said Ross Black during a conversation with Aaron. “We’ll try to do what we can—maybe providing transportation. We have trucks on the road every day. Let’s put that to good use.”
This is just one example of how love, care, and practical help can turn a life around. These women are not just statistics—they are daughters, sisters, and friends who deserve hope and respect.
How We’re Partnering This Christmas
At Get Simple Box, we care about more than Lynden storage and delivering portable storage containers. We want our neighbors to thrive. This Christmas, we are acting on that belief:
- $2,000 Donation:
We’re giving $2,000 to support En Gedi Refuge in providing safe housing, medical care, counseling, and all the basic things these women need to rebuild their lives. - Boxes of Love:
We’re putting together small gift boxes to show each woman that someone cares about them. These boxes will include practical and comforting items. - Transportation Support:
For every storage container we deliver or pick up in December, we’ll donate $10 to En Gedi’s transportation fund. This may not sound like much at first, but it adds up. By the end of December, we hope to have at least $500 to help the women get where they need to go.
“We want our team and our customers to know that we’re committed to making a difference—to doing good beyond our own business,” said Ross Black. “Our neighbors at En Gedi are doing amazing work, and we really want to support them.”
How You Can Get Involved
If you feel inspired to help, here are several ways you can support En Gedi Refuge:
- Visit Their Website:
Learn more at www.engedirefuge.com. You’ll find information about their mission, volunteer opportunities, and how your contributions can help. - Follow on Social Media:
Connect with En Gedi Refuge online. By following and sharing their posts, you raise awareness and help others learn about their important work. - Donate Supplies for Boxes of Love:
If you’re nearby and want to help, consider donating some of the items we’ll include in our care packages. Drop them off at our offices in Lynden and Burlington between now and December 24th, and we’ll deliver them to En Gedi.
Items We Are Collecting:
- Warm socks or gloves
- Lotion, soap, lip balm, or a candle
- Salty snacks (mixed nuts, crackers, microwave popcorn)
- Sweet treats (individually wrapped candies, nice chocolate bars)
- Hot chocolate, tea, or coffee packets
- A mug or water bottle
- Small puzzle books (word search, sudoku) or inspirational magazines
- A pen and notepad
- $5-10 gift cards (grocery stores, coffee shops, local diners)
- Volunteer Your Time:
Live near Lynden? Consider reaching out to En Gedi Refuge to see how you can help. They may need drivers for appointments, help with sorting donations, or support in their safe houses. - Pray or Send Encouragement:
If you pray, please remember these women, the staff, and volunteers. Ask for strength, healing, and wisdom. If you don’t pray, consider sending a note of kindness or encouragement to uplift their hearts during this journey. - Spread the Word:
Tell your friends, family, co-workers, or church about En Gedi Refuge. The more people who know, the greater the support network becomes.
Join Us in Supporting En Gedi Refuge
At Get Simple Box, we’re not content to just run a storage franchise or deliver portable storage containers. We want to use our time, talent, and treasure to care for those in need.
Please join with us by visiting En Gedi’s website, follow them on social media, and consider giving time, items, or support.
Together, we can stand with En Gedi Refuge and make a difference that will last long after the Christmas lights fade.
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