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FamilyForward Staff
Jan 282 min read
Special thanks to local partner churches for 2024 holiday support
We are grateful to these local partner churches for helping to make the 2024 holidays special for the families in the FamilyForward program.


FamilyForward Staff
Jan 281 min read
COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Thank you, St. John United Church of Christ, Arlington Heights
We would like to recognize and thank St. John United Church of Christ, Arlington Heights, for its long-term support of FamilyForward.

Beverly Worthington
Jan 282 min read
Turning ‘thought bubbles’ into opportunities
Exec. Dir. Beverly Worthington is inspired by how FamilyForward turns "thought bubbles" into opportunities, building family support systems.

Tim Wayman
Nov 11, 20242 min read
FamilyForward receives significant grant and legacy support from Congregational UCC of Arlington Heights
FamilyForward has been awarded a generous grant and ongoing legacy support from Congregational United Church of Christ of Arlington Heights.


Kris Mainellis
Nov 11, 20242 min read
Giving Hope event raises $80,000 for families
On October 20, 2024, FamilyForward hosted it most successful Giving Hope event to date, raising over $80,000 to help low-income families.


Erica Chianelli
Nov 1, 20241 min read
Reflections on time well-spent
As she prepares to move on from her role as executive director, Erica Chianelli reflects on her time at FF and the continuing mission.


FamilyForward Staff
Aug 23, 20241 min read
Significant donation from business owner Kelly Hutchison benefits local families
We are sincerely grateful to Kelly Hutchison and Home Instead of Itasca for a significant donation of $30,000 to help FF families.


Erica Chianelli
Aug 23, 20242 min read
It’s all about relationships
Relationships are central to everything we do. As we nurture important long-term relationships, we are constantly developing new ones.


Erica Chianelli
Apr 30, 20242 min read
FamilyForward debt-reduction matching program helps break cycle of debt
The FamilyForward debt-reduction matching program allows parents to pay down debt twice as fast, helping families break the cycle of debt.


Tim Wayman
Apr 30, 20242 min read
Working together to combat the affordable-housing crisis
All of us, as members of communities who care for our neighbors’ well-being, have a call to actively take steps toward potential solutions.


Erica Chianelli
Jan 29, 20242 min read
The Power of Positive Momentum
As we enter 2024, FamilyForward is committed to finding new and inventive ways to address the mounting challenges our client families face.

Kris Mainellis
Oct 19, 20236 min read
Sharing stories of success from 20 years at FamilyForward
Long-time leaders share favorite memories and insights about the important work and accomplishments over the past 20 years of...


Kris Mainellis
Aug 23, 20231 min read
FamilyFOREward Golf Outing 2023 was a success!
On Wednesday, June 7, 2023, FamilyForward leaders and supporters had a fun time out on the green, all to support our program families!


Tim Wayman
Aug 23, 20232 min read
Meeting low-income family challenges head-on
Tim Wayman discusses the rental-housing market and how FamilyForward is finding creative and effective ways to assist low-income families.


Kris Mainellis
Jun 15, 20233 min read
BOARD MEMBER SPOTLIGHT: Chet Tambe
Chet Tambe learned of FamilyForward’s mission at an opportune time — just as he was looking for ways to make a difference in the community.


Erica Chianelli
Apr 20, 20232 min read
Reenergized and ready to spring forward
This year, springtime feels extra energizing at FamilyForward, as we celebrate our 20th anniversary.


Tim Wayman
Apr 20, 20233 min read
FamilyForward: A firm foundation
In this interview, the Rev. David Russell, our very first board chair, shares unique insights on the founding and work of FamilyForward.


Erica Chianelli
Feb 24, 20233 min read
A year of growth and gratitude
Erica Chianelli looks back with gratitude on her first year as executive director of FamilyForward.

Tim Wayman
Feb 1, 20232 min read
Twenty years and counting...
During our 20th anniversary year, we are looking toward the future as together we continue to empower low-income, working families.


FamilyForward Staff
Feb 1, 20232 min read
For Papa’s Sake provides holiday help for families
For Papa’s Sake Home Care collected gift cards and contributions and matched the amount, donating a total of $27,060 for FF families.
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