Adapting and rebuilding after a devastating loss
Mom J's story is an inspirational testimony of how FamilyForward helped her adapt to changes and rebuild her life after a family tragedy.
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Kris Mainellis
Aug 233 min read
MENTOR TEAM SPOTLIGHT: Donna Myers and Vince Kelley
Donna Myers and Vince Kelley are making a difference, one family at a time, by serving as FamilyForward mentors.
Sarah Harte
Jul 292 min read
Finding help and a sense of hope
With help from her FamilyForward mentors, Mom T achieved several successes. But the greatest success of all was a sense of hope.
Sarah Harte
Jun 141 min read
JOY STORIES: Early 2024
Read these Joy Stories as of early 2024: Brief stories of progress and hope from four families in the FamilyForward program.
Sarah Harte
Jun 143 min read
Moving beyond ‘how-to’ instructions for low-income parents
Finding financial stability varies for low-income families. How-to checklists are often inadequate. That’s where FamilyForward comes in.
Sarah Harte
Apr 302 min read
Developing a toolkit to survive — and thrive
With a household budget and other strategies, “Stephanie” felt more in control of her money and had a toolkit to survive—and thrive.
Sarah Harte
Feb 201 min read
JOY STORIES: Late 2023
Read these brief stories of progress and hope from five families in the FamilyForward program as of late 2023.
Sarah Harte
Feb 202 min read
Here’s how — and why — our family program works at FamilyForward
When people ask me, “How, exactly, does FamilyForward empower people?” I respond, “We show up for them.”
Sarah Harte
Jan 292 min read
Finding the financial breathing room to heal and grow
For “Ellie” — and for many FamilyForward participants — the benefits of our program were more than just financial.
Sarah Harte
Oct 25, 20231 min read
Renewed hope powers forward momentum
Mom L's story is a deeply moving and inspirational testimony of how her volunteer mentors gave her renewed hope and forward momentum.
Sarah Harte
Oct 24, 20232 min read
Here’s what’s special about FamilyForward
FamilyForward is a not a traditional social services organization. Here are four characteristics that set FamilyForward apart.
Kris Mainellis
Oct 23, 20232 min read
Meet Anne Mura, first mentor at Faith Community Homes/FamilyForward
As FamilyForward's 20th anniversary celebration continues, our very first mentor, Anne Mura, shares advice for current and future mentors.
Sarah Harte
Aug 18, 20232 min read
Moving from a job toward a career encourages growth and stability
Finding a career path and developing stronger finances helped “Maddie” maintain confidence and family stability, especially in trying times.
Sarah Harte
Jun 15, 20232 min read
JOY STORIES: 2023
Read these brief stories of progress and hope from three families in the FamilyForward program as of early 2023.
Sarah Harte
Apr 20, 20233 min read
A realistic budget helps single mom catch up with expenses
“Valerie’s” mentors helped her create a realistic budget so she could see how much she could actually afford to spend.
Sarah Harte
Feb 24, 20231 min read
Continuing to grow — long after the program ends
Mom W’s experience reminds us that change happens slowly. Many of the fruits of the FamilyForward program are not reaped until years later.
FamilyForward Staff
Feb 24, 20231 min read
Breakfast gathering celebrates FamilyForward mentors
The breakfast gathering for FamilyForward mentors was a wonderful opportunity to thank them for their dedicated service to our families.
Tim Wayman
Feb 24, 20232 min read
An unexpected gift from mentoring
Becoming mentors opened the door to the wonderful gift of an ongoing relationship between two families.
Sarah Harte
Jan 24, 20231 min read
Breaking daily spending habit saves money and time
“Lynn” is learning how to conserve her money and her time, both of which will benefit her children in the long run.
Sarah Harte
Nov 10, 20222 min read
JOY STORIES: Late 2022
Read these brief stories of progress and hope from three families in the FamilyForward program as of late 2022.
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