Quotes by Nellie Kelly

“Were assuming theyre coming with nothing. Were still encouraging people to do monetary donations until we find out what the situation is. It allows us to buy in bulk.”

“But if theyre going to be here for a while, they need to be in school. Were going to look around and see whos here and ask their parents why.”

“Were not having any fights - people seem to be making friends.”

“If you have expertise in an area, that is welcome, such as a commercial drivers license, medical experience, data entry.”

“This is a safe haven, and if they choose to leave that, then theyve chosen to leave their safety.”

“These people are our guests. Theyve been told: If you leave, youre going to have to get things on your own.”

“Right now, were encouraging people to be here - this is where we have security, water, food.”