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Founded in Summit, New Jersey in 1988, Family Promise is a national organization that comprises more than 200 affiliates in 43 states that work together to transform the lives of families experiencing homelessness. What began as a local response to a problem in Union County, New Jersey has grown over the last 30 years into a national movement involving more than 200,000 volunteers nationwide who serve more than 125,000 people yearly. Today Family Promise is the leading national nonprofit addressing the issue of family homelessness. While we’ve grown, the core of what we do is still local – partnerships within a city or county changing lives for the better.
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June 20, 2026 – We're here! Stop by and see Family Promise of the Chippewa Valley at Peach Fest today at The Yard Container Park in Altoona. We're excited to connect with our community, share information about our programs, and celebrate an event that supports local nonprofits making a difference in the Chippewa Valley. We'll be here until 2:30 PM, so come say hello, learn about volunteer opportunities, and pick up some delicious South Carolina peaches! The Yard Container Park, Altoona Now through 2:30 PM We hope to see you today!
June 19, 2026 – Closing the Second Quarter | Day 5 of 15 STRONGER TOGETHER No family reaches stability alone. Throughout the second quarter, Family Promise of the Chippewa Valley worked alongside community partners to help families access housing resources, healthcare services, employment support, financial education, benefits navigation, and critical community connections. Together, these partnerships helped remove barriers and create pathways toward long-term stability for families in our community. We are grateful for partnerships with: Eau Claire County Human Services Marine Credit Union Tenant Resource Center Goodwill NCW Gaining Ground Family Health Center Every referral, resource, workshop, and collaboration represents a community working together to support families on their path forward. Because every family deserves a path forward. #ClosingTheSecondQuarter #FamilyPromiseCV #CommunityPartnerships #StrongerTogether #HousingStability #PathToStability
June 19, 2026 – Tomorrow is Peach Fest! Pick up fresh peaches from South Carolina, connect with the community, and support local nonprofits—all in one place. Family Promise of the Chippewa Valley is excited to be one of the recipient organizations benefiting from this year's Peach Fest. Stop by our booth to learn more about our mission, volunteer opportunities, and how you can help families experiencing homelessness achieve housing stability. Saturday, June 20 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM The Yard Container Park, Altoona Come out, support local families, and get some peaches! We hope to see you there!
June 18, 2026 – Closing the Second Quarter | Day 4 of 15 Community Diaper Drive Impact One of the highlights of our second quarter was seeing our community come together to support families with young children. Thanks to the generosity of local businesses, churches, organizations, and individual donors, Family Promise of the Chippewa Valley received an estimated 6,000+ diapers and pull-ups, along with wipes, formula, blankets, and other baby care essentials. For families facing housing instability, these items do more than fill a need—they reduce financial stress, free up resources for rent and utilities, and help parents focus on building stability for their children. A special thank you to: • St. James the Greater Church • Altoona Public Library • Festival Foods • Newman Parish • First Presbyterian Church • Concordia Lutheran Church • Hope UMC • United Way of the Greater Chippewa Valley • L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library • The Coven And to every individual who donated, shared our drive, or helped spread the word—thank you. Because of your support, families in our community received practical help when they needed it most. Together, we create hope. Together, we help families move toward stability. #ClosingTheSecondQuarter #FamilyPromiseCV #CommunityImpact #DiaperDrive #StrongerTogether #BrighterFutures #FamilyPromise
June 18, 2026 – Happy Thursday It's often the little things that make a place feel like home. From welcoming entrances to caring volunteers, every detail helps create a safe and comforting environment for families staying at Family Promise of the Chippewa Valley. Today, we're grateful to Eau Claire Garden Club, for the beauty that surrounds our shelter and for the community that helps make it possible. Ways you can be a part of our community, donate, volunteer, or share our story. #ThankfulThursday #FamilyPromiseCV #CommunitySupport #APlaceToCallHome
June 17, 2026 – Closing the Second Quarter | Day 2 of 15 By the Numbers As we close the second quarter, we're taking a moment to reflect on the impact made possible by our community, partners, volunteers, donors, and supporters. Year-to-Date Impact: 63 families supported across Family Promise programs 122 children served Transportation barriers removed for 10 families through gas cards, bus passes, and the donation of a vehicle Vital records secured for 15 families, including birth certificates, driver's licenses, Social Security cards, and other essential documents In Emergency shelter we server 15 families with 29 children Behind every number is a family working toward stability, a child with a safer future, and a community that continues to show up when it matters most. Thank you for helping families move from crisis to stability. #ClosingTheSecondQuarter #FamilyPromiseCV #ImpactByTheNumbers #PathToStability #EndingFamilyHomelessness
June 17, 2026 – This Wednesday, we’re reaching out to our community for help restocking essential household supplies for the families staying in our shelter. Many of these everyday items are used quickly and are critical in helping families maintain clean, safe, and comfortable living spaces during their stay with us. Our most urgent needs right now include: 🧺 Dryer Sheets 🧴 Laundry Detergent 🧼 Disinfectant Wipes/Cleaner 🫧 Bleach We are also in need of: • Conditioner • Hand Soap • Window Cleaner • Floor Cleaner If you would like to help, you can purchase items directly from our Amazon wishlist using the link below, and they will be shipped straight to the shelter: https://a.co/0dPksKF8 Every donation—large or small—helps us provide dignity, comfort, and care to the families we serve. Your support makes a meaningful difference and reminds our families that they are not alone as they work toward stability and a fresh start. Thank you for continuing to support our mission and care for our community.
June 16, 2026 – Closing the Second Quarter | Day 1 of 15 Community Dinner & Stories On April 30, Family Promise of the Chippewa Valley hosted our first-ever Community Dinner & Stories event. The evening brought together community members, partners, advocates, and supporters to hear powerful stories about housing, homelessness, resilience, and hope. More than a fundraiser, the event created space for meaningful conversations and a deeper understanding of the challenges many families face while working toward stability. The success of this inaugural event reinforced something we already know: when a community comes together, positive change is possible. Because of the incredible response and support, Community Dinner & Stories will return in 2027. Thank you to everyone who attended, shared their story, volunteered, sponsored the event, and helped make the evening a success. #ClosingTheSecondQuarter #FamilyPromiseCV #CommunityDinnerAndStories #PathToStability #EndingFamilyHomelessness
June 15, 2026 – Closing the Second Quarter Over the next 15 days, Family Promise of the Chippewa Valley - Beacon House will be reflecting on the partnerships, programs, events, and moments that helped shape the second quarter of 2026. This quarter included: Families moving toward housing stability Community partnerships and collaboration Volunteers and donors stepping forward in meaningful ways Support for children and families experiencing homelessness Advocacy, education, and community engagement Family homelessness is complex, and no one organization solves it alone. Progress happens through community, through people choosing to show up, collaborate, support, and care. Beginning tomorrow, we’ll be sharing 15 highlights from Quarter 2 that reflect the work, partnerships, and impact made possible through our community. Thank you for being part of the work alongside us.
June 13, 2026 – Every peach purchased helps make a difference. When you support Peach Fest, you're doing more than bringing home fresh South Carolina peaches—you're helping support local nonprofits working to strengthen our community. Family Promise of the Chippewa Valley is honored to be one of this year's recipient organizations. Funds raised through Peach Fest help support our mission of helping families experiencing homelessness achieve lasting housing stability. While you're picking up your peaches on June 20, be sure to stop by the Family Promise booth. We'd love to meet you, share our story, and talk about ways you can get involved. June 20, 2026 8:00 AM – 2:30 PM The Yard Container Park, Altoona Come out, support local families, and get some peaches! #PeachFest2026 #FamilyPromiseCV #CommunitySupport #HousingStability
