Our Story

Starting with 5 rented apartments in 1984, Families Forward has expanded to work with hundreds of families to regain economic independence and find a stable home for their children. Our vision is to end homelessness for local families.

Our Values

Families Forward holds strong to our commitment to the values of dignity, empowerment, accountability, community spirit, and hope.

• Dignity – Honor each individual through an atmosphere of respect, trust, and confidentiality.
• Empowerment – Inspire self-sufficiency through the development of courage, confidence, and pride.
• Accountability – Accept responsibility for commitments and accomplishing our goals.
• Community Spirit – Realize our vision through teamwork, cooperation, and collaboration.
• Hope – Share a belief in new beginnings and allowing dreams of the future to emerge.