Homeowners in Lansing’s beautiful Westside neighborhood opened their doors to the public to raise money for the Advent House, a charity that looks after the homeless population.
According to excerpts from the article:
The tour gave people a glimpse inside seven 1920s-era homes in Lansing's Westside neighborhood. Funds will assist Advent House in helping the homeless with food, shelter and job searches.
The hosts of some homes on the tour estimated that a couple hundred people had come through their doors at a steady pace.
"We've had a great turnout. It's been standing room only sometimes. We need a traffic light for our hallway," said Mary Ann Mink, who showed the home she shares with husband, Paul, at 324 Jenison Ave.
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