WE ARE FAMILY PROMISE
Transforming the lives of families experiencing homelessness.
Because every child deserves a home.

2.5 MILLION CHILDREN WILL EXPERIENCE HOMELESSNESS THIS YEAR
2.5 million children are in crisis.
Family Promise has a proven track record of helping families in crisis find stability and success. Since 1988, we’ve served more than 1 million individuals. We’re here for them, but we can’t do it alone. Please donate today!
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THE FUTURE BEGINS AT HOME
But in this country, 2.5. million children will experience homelessness this year.


Who We Are
Family Promise envisions a nation in which every family has a home, a livelihood, and the chance to build a better future. What began as a local initiative in Summit, NJ, has become a national movement that involves 200,000 volun- teers in 200+ communities in 43 states. Our volunteers provide hospitality, companionship, and most importantly, community.


What We Do
Family Promise delivers innovative solutions for family homelessness including prevention, shelter, and stabilization services. We have served more than 1 million family members since our founding more than 30 years ago, and we aspire to change the future for 1 million children by 2030 through our community-based programs.


Why We Do It
There is a severe shortage of affordable housing in America, exacerbated by rising rents and stagnant wages. With little or no safety net, one unforeseen expense or emergency can lead to family homelessness. We envision a nation where every family has a home, a livelihood, and the chance to build a better future.
200+
AFFILIATES
NATIONALLY
187k
SERVED
IN 2021
43
STATES
WITH AFFILIATES
81%
SERVED
FIND HOUSING
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Family Promise Announces New CEO
The Family Promise Board of Trustees is thrilled to announce Cheryl Schuch, CEO of Family Promise of Grand Rapids (MI), as the new CEO of Family Promise National. She will begin her new role on March 1 after a transition from her Affiliate. “Cheryl brings an extraordinary combination of vision, …
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Family Promise Ramps Up Expansion Efforts
Family Promise recently welcomed a new Affiliate, Family Promise of the Big Bend. Formerly known as Big Bend Housing Coalition, the organization will officially adopt its new name on March 9, 2023. Family Promise of Big Bend joins a network of 200 Affiliates backed by national best practices and resources. …
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