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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December 14, 2025 – Each family who picked up toys over the three days of Festival of Toys took time to write thank-you cards. Those words were meant for you, the donors, sponsors, and volunteers who made this season brighter. Here are a few messages of gratitude from families touched by your generosity.
December 13, 2025 – Family Promise of the Chippewa Valley is proud to announce the successful completion of another year of Festival of Toys, providing Christmas gifts to more than 400 children across the Chippewa Valley. This achievement was made possible through the generous support of local businesses, sponsors, donors, volunteers, and community members who came together to ensure families in need experienced the joy of the holiday season. Family Promise of the Chippewa Valley extends its sincere appreciation to everyone who contributed their time, resources, and financial support. The continued commitment of sponsors and donors plays a vital role in sustaining this program and expanding its impact within the Chippewa Valley. Businesses, organizations, and individuals interested in becoming sponsors or donors for future Festival of Toys initiatives are encouraged to learn more. For more information about sponsorship or donor opportunities, please contact outreach@familypromisecv.org.
December 13, 2025 – Today is the final day of shopping for the families that have pre registered to shop. We are ever so grateful to you as a community. We were able to give the gift of Christmas to over 300 children in the Chippewa Valley. Thank You! and Merry Christmas to you All.
December 12, 2025 – Day 2 of Festival of Toys!. 40 families and 111 children support. Our Final day tomorrow I look forward to seeing the remaining families representing the 49 remaining children who were signed up. Thank you Eau Claire
December 12, 2025 – As we wrap up our 7-day series, we’re grateful for every step you’ve taken with us this week every story read, every share, every moment of care. Your donation to our Annual Giving Campaign helps families move from crisis to stability, from uncertainty to hope, from “we’re full” to “we have space for you.” If you’ve been moved by the stories this week, today is the perfect day to give. Give today: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/annual-giving-4 Together, we create more homecomings.
December 12, 2025 – We are at day 2 of our 3 days of Festival of Toys Shopping for our families in the Chippewa Valley- Yesterday, your generosity empowered more than 75 families to deliver the gift of Christmas to those who need it most.
December 11, 2025 – Today, we reached 80 families and 270 children, a powerful reminder of what’s possible when community comes together. WOW. We’re grateful, energized, and not done yet.. two more days to go!
December 11, 2025 – Your support of our Annual Giving Campaign helps families move toward stability — one step at a time. As we celebrate our Festival of Toys, we’re also working every day to make sure parents and children have the safety, warmth, and resources they need. Give today: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/annual-giving-4 Together, we create more homecomings.
December 11, 2025 – The doors are open and the families have begun their shopping. This year we had over 150 families with 460 children registered for the Festival of Toys. Thank YOU Eau Claire for continuing to support our community.
December 11, 2025 – Families pre registered get to come shop today - Thanks you Chippewa Valley making this possible. Follow to see the impact you have made, as we go live before the event today.
