About Us
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.
We are Family Promise
Transforming the lives of families experiencing homelessness.
Because every child deserves a home.
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March 19, 2026 – Closing the First Quarter | Day 5 of 15 Our work at Family Promise of the Chippewa Valley is possible because of the generosity and compassion of our community. From donated household supplies and bedding, to volunteers preparing meals and supporting events these acts of kindness make a real difference for families staying at Beacon House. There are many ways to help support families working toward stable housing: • Volunteer your time • Donate household supplies or needed items • Attend upcoming events • Share our mission with others If you would like to support this work financially, you can donate here: https://www.familypromisecv.org/donate Every act of support helps create stability, encouragement, and opportunity for families in our community. Together, we are helping families move forward. #FamilyPromise #ChippewaValley #CommunitySupport #EndingFamilyHomelessness
March 18, 2026 – We often wonder, when such generous gifts are given, if “thank you” is ever truly enough. Today, we are incredibly grateful for this generous donation from Purpose In Expenses and Marquart Toyota This generosity goes far beyond a financial gift, it is a powerful reminder that our mission is seen, valued, and supported by those who believe in what we do. The far-reaching impact of this support will touch lives in ways that words can’t fully capture. Because of partners like these, we are able to continue making a meaningful difference in our community. To Purpose On Support and Marquart Toyota, thank you for standing with us, believing in our work, and helping us move forward with strength and purpose. Your support truly matters.
March 18, 2026 – This Wednesday, we're asking for help restocking twin bed sheets, pillows, shower curtains, window curtains, and bathmats for families staying in our shelter. These everyday essentials help parents, teens, and children feel clean, confident, and cared for as they navigate a difficult season. Items we're requesting this week include: Twin Bed Sheets Pillows Shower Curtains Window Curtains Bathmats How to Help: Click the Amazon link below, choose an item, and Amazon will ship it directly to us. https://a.co/06sJuPMd Thank you for supporting our families in such a practical and meaningful way. Your generosity truly makes a difference.
March 18, 2026 – Closing the First Quarter | Day 4 of 15 Each family we support has different needs. Throughout the first quarter, we remain focused on programs that make sense for families experiencing homelessness, meeting them where they are and providing support that is both meaningful and effective. Family Promise of the Chippewa Valley carries out this work through four anchor programs: Beacon House Emergency Shelter, Transitional Housing, Stabilization, and Shelter Diversion. Together, these programs help families take important steps toward stability and secure housing.
March 17, 2026 – Closing the First Quarter | Day 3 of 15 🍀 Today is a day to celebrate indeed. Happy St. Patrick’s Day from Family Promise of the Chippewa Valley! Today we’re also recognizing a special group of volunteers whose leadership helps guide our mission. Family Promise is grateful for the leadership and commitment of our 2026 Board of Directors, whose guidance helps support families in our community as they work toward stable housing. Our 2026 Board of Directors includes: • Ann Haas • David Norgaard • Paul Rudersdorf • Blake Fischer • Elena Carrol • Sarah Hughes • Julie Brown (new in 2026) • Paul Wilfer (new in 2026) • Patrick Arndt (new in 2026) We are especially pleased to welcome Julie, Paul, and Patrick as new board members this year. Thank you to all of our board members for their time, leadership, and commitment to families in the Chippewa Valley.
March 16, 2026 – Apply Today! https://www.familypromisecv.org/get-involved
March 16, 2026 – Closing the First Quarter | Day 2 of 15 We are excited to welcome Breann Cagle as our new Manager of Shelter Operations. Breann comes to Family Promise with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, two years of shelter experience, and a strong commitment to community and the success of the families we serve. In this role, Breann will help oversee the day-to-day operations of Beacon House, supporting both staff and the families staying in shelter as they work toward stability and housing. Please join us in welcoming Breann to the Family Promise community.
March 15, 2026 – As Winter continues in the Chippewa Valley, we are grateful inside Beacon House families have a safe place to stay. As we get ready to close the first quarter of 2026, we want to share a few updates from Family Promise of the Chippewa Valley. 83% families currently staying with us are employed and actively searching for housing, while others are currently seeking employment. Behind every number is a family working hard every day going to work, caring for their children, and taking steps toward stable housing. Thank you to the staff, volunteers, donors, partners, and supporters who help make this work possible.
March 11, 2026 – We were grateful to welcome Carson Murphy and members of Pi Sigma Epsilon to Family Promise of the Chippewa Valley today! They jumped right in to help wherever they were needed, showing that every act of service, big or small, helps make a difference for the families we support. Thank you for giving your time and energy to our mission and helping us create a warm, welcoming space for our community.
March 11, 2026 – This Wednesday, we're asking for help restocking bleach, laundry detergent, dryer sheets, Lysol spray, sponges, collapsable laundry bags for families staying in our shelter. These everyday essentials help parents, teens, and children feel clean, confident, and cared for as they navigate a difficult season. Items we're requesting this week include: Bleach Laundry Detergent Lysol Spray Collapsible Laundry Baskets How to Help: Click the Amazon link below, choose an item, and Amazon will ship it directly to us. https://a.co/00758npy Thank you for supporting our families in such a practical and meaningful way. Your generosity truly makes a difference.