Chefs for Change is BACK!
We are beyond excited to plan our rescheduled Chefs for Change dinners that were postponed last year. We are excited that BOTH dinners are practically sold out (we’re following up with a few sponsors) but in the event that we do have any tickets available, please email Shana at shana@fmfnc.org to be put on a waiting list. Tickets for the Gala on Friday, December 3rd are available online at fmfnc.org/tickets.
We are taking extra precautions with the rescheduled dinners to ensure a more safe and still fun environment for our guests. The first is that we are limiting the number of tickets sold and spacing the tables out. We have also added 4 small tables to the patio for guests that prefer to eat in the open air. Additionally, all of our volunteers will be masked. Guests are encouraged to wear masks at their comfort level and are not required.
Back to School
School is right around the corner and that means back to school shopping! As August approaches we need your help to get our kids new clothes for the first day of school. Having new clothes at school goes a long way to building self-esteem and a positive self-image in our kids. We are asking for $25 gift cards to Old Navy, Ross, TJ Maxx or Walmart for the kids in shelter to get at least one “Back to School'' outfit. If you are able to help us in this goal, please consider donating gift cards to help our kids start the school year on the right foot. Contact Brady at brady@fmfnc.org to schedule a drop-off or make a donation online and put in the notes that it is for “Back to School” clothes.
Durham Participatory Budgeting Award
We can't thank our incredible community enough for all of your support! Families Moving Forward has been voted to be the recipient of a $50,000 grant from the City of Durham. This $50,000 grant will allow recently housed/formerly homeless families to receive an extra 6 months of Branching Out case management support, crisis intervention and service referrals, increasing opportunities for greater self-sufficiency and long-term stability.
Thanks to supporters like you, not only did we receive the top number of votes in our category, but the highest number of votes in all three categories in the 2021 Participatory Budget Grant Cycle! You really showed up for us, and we are so grateful. We love you, Durham!
Thank You to Durham Summer
The fireworks and celebrations on the 4th marked a fitting end of the incredible first time event, the Durham Summer Wine & Food Festival.
It was amazing to see so many people get out to support local businesses and have a great time, all while supporting local charity partners like us. We can’t wait for next year!
Move Out Celebrations
Over the past month, several of our families have moved out of shelter and into permanent housing. Every move out is a reason to celebrate! While their stay at 300 N Queen St. is over, our Branching Out aftercare staff will continue to work hard to support them as they begin this new chapter with safe and stable housing.
As things begin to return to the post-COVID world, we are overjoyed that we are able to keep supporting families through the hard work of our staff and the generosity of our community. Thank you and congratulations to our newly housed families!
In-Kind Needs Update
New bedding continues to be our most pressing need as the summer continues on. Our highest priority needs right now are (new) full size comforters and pillows. Every family keeps their new bedding after they leave shelter and we want to be able to provide them with high quality items that will last.
The “Back to College” sections in stores are the perfect place to find affordable bedding, as well as kitchen utensils/pots and pans set for a great price! Also, our Amazon wish-list has quality items selected to make the process as easy as possible. Please contact Brady at brady@fmfnc.org or 919-683-5878 for questions or to schedule a drop-off time. Thank you for your continued support. Our Contact Information *{{Organization Name}}* *{{Organization Address}}* *{{Organization Phone}}* *{{Organization Website}}*
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