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Sarah Harte
Nov 11, 20242 min read
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.
Tim Wayman
Nov 6, 20242 min read
A Fond Farewell to Executive Director Erica Chianelli
Erica Chianelli helped raise the awareness and reputation of FamilyForward to new heights, laying the groundwork for our continued success.
Kris Mainellis
Aug 23, 20243 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.
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.
Sarah Harte
Jul 29, 20242 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 14, 20241 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 14, 20243 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.
Kris Mainellis
Apr 30, 20242 min read
Thank you, Lou Walton
FamilyForward co-founder Lou Walton has retired from the board of directors, effective May 2024, leaving a legacy of service and growth.
Sarah Harte
Apr 30, 20242 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 20, 20242 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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Pam Van De Walle
Jul 24, 20222 min read
A unique perspective
Case Manager Pam Van De Walle offers her thoughts on what she has learned over the past 8+ years serving FamilyForward clients.
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