Keeping up with what's new at Family Promise.
Family Promise, the nation’s leading nonprofit addressing the issue of family homelessness, continues to expand entering our fourth decade of transformative work. We are proud to announce that Dr. Robert Marbut Jr., a pioneer in the field of homelessness, has joined the Family Promise National Board of Trustees. Dr. […]
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For avid hiker and outdoorsman Jon Mitovich, the sky’s the limit when it comes to battling family homelessness. Over 40 years, Mitovich has climbed most of the mountains in Colorado and his home state of New Mexico, as well as Washington’s Mt. Rainier. All […]
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Family Promise Chief Operating Officer Sandy Miniutti recalls a lesson from her father that charities should adopt today. As a child, I remember my father often saying to me in his deep, authoritarian voice, “Hey kid, always pay yourself first.” What he meant by that was to be sure to put money away for a rainy […]
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Our Digital Annual Impact Report features videos, infographics, and stories that explore how we’re combating family homelessness nationwide. Be sure to click on the pulsing stars throughout to check out all the report has to offer.
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The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children (NCMEC) partners with Family Promise to provide our Affiliates and the families they serve with tools to aid in the prevention and support of missing/exploited children. This blog post is co-authored by the two organizations. It likely comes as no surprise to hear that homeless youth face […]
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Family Promise Chief Impact Officer Cara Bradshaw writes about what Home means to her… As far back as I can remember, walking into my home meant an exuberant greeting from a four-legged friend, tail wagging, running circles around my legs. I grew up with Terri, a spunky Border […]
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Families experiencing homelessness are what prompted Denver, CO high school student Angela Foote to really think about the power of technology. Angela, who grew up volunteering for Family Promise of Greater Denver, witnessed firsthand the impact of homelessness on teenagers and noticed one of the […]
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As the name implies, family is a recurring theme at Family Promise: the families who remain together during a time of crisis as they regain stability; the extended families guests and volunteers form through the close relationships they develop on their journey; even the family of Affiliates that support one […]
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SUMMIT, NJ—A security deposit can be the difference between a family remaining in shelter and empowering them to independence in their own home. Assistance with rental payments can keep a family in their home and avoid a fall into homelessness. A group of engaged volunteers collecting and moving donated furniture can help […]
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Family Promise and the National Association of Realtors® (NAR) recently announced the launch of Keys to Good Tenancy, a responsive curriculum that provides families with the knowledge and skills to be good tenants. The curriculum prepares new renters for tenancy by addressing a […]
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