Silent Auction will be Live in 1 Week |
Our 2023 Chefs for Change Gala is coming up -- in less than two weeks! But before we socialize and sit down to eat a sumptuous meal, we have to bid!
At FMF, we can barely contain our excitement about the auction items that will be available for bidding beginning NEXT WEEK, on Dec 6th.
We have a little something for everyone -- concert tickets, getaways, baskets brimming with delicious goodies, sports collectables, and more! So, come finish (or start) your holiday shopping with us & support a great cause! If you want to attend the Gala, tickets are selling fast, so buy them now while you still can! |
ICYMI - North Carolina has generous donors! We are so lucky at Families Moving Forward to be supported by a community of individuals, groups, and companies determined to make a difference for families experiencing homelessness. We thank all of you for your commitment to parents and children in need. Fortunately, there are even more opportunities to help families in Durham find their way home.
This GivingTuesday, please consider checking with your employer to see if you can increase your giving impact with a match gift! And if you haven't made your donation to FMF this year, please do so by going here. Thank you. |
Group Volunteer Opportunities Open for 2024 |
We are now reserving groups to host dinners, Birthday Parties, Family Fun Nights, and Facility Fridays for 2024. Don't wait, as these opportunities fill up! Hospitality Rotation (4 to 5 times a year)
Volunteer your group to provide and serve dinner before programming Tuesdays-Thursdays. These volunteers bring and serve a meal for ~18 individuals in the NEST who are attending evening programming. More information here. Birthday Party Hosts *Most popular group event*
Each month FMF staff solicits support from our local community, recruiting volunteer groups to host a monthly birthday celebration for our guests. Hosts are asked to make all of the plans for the celebration (food, decorations, games, etc.).
Family Fun Night Hosts One Friday a month, FMF staff solicits support from our local community recruiting volunteer groups to host a fun evening of games, movies, or other engaging events for our families. Groups of no more than 10 volunteers are asked to plan activities that are family friendly and enjoyable, including food or refreshments. Facility Fridays
Help make FMF a home by volunteering for a Facility Friday. Groups can sign up to complete various facility projects such as organizing donations, painting, turning over rooms for new residents, and other needs of the facility manager.
Find out more information about these and other group opportunities here.
Please email Anna Krecklow at anna@fmfnc.org to reserve your group! |
| Thankful for our Community |
We are very thankful for the Raleigh Realtors Association Giving Network for donating Thanksgiving food baskets and $25 gift cards to each of our families. |
Blood Drive BenefitingFMF |
The Duke Health IT department in conjunction with The Blood Connection will be hosting a blood drive on Thursday, November 30th. They have chosen Families Moving Forward as the recipient of charitable donations for this drive. FMF will receive $25 for each person who donates blood, and each donor will receive a $25 e-gift card. The drive will take place on Thursday, November 30th from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm at 14 Moore Dr., Durham, NC.
Sign up here! |
FMF is hiring a new Director of Programs & Residential Services (DPRS). They are responsible for overseeing and managing the day-to-day operations of the shelter and programs offered to guests. The DPRS will supervise and support two different teams, with both full- and part- time staff members, assuring they work collaboratively to create a safe and supportive environment for shelter guests. For more information and how to apply, visit fmfnc.org/employment |
Donate Today (or Tomorrow) |
Thank you to everyone who donated sheets and comforters! We are still in need of pillows to complete our bedding sets for new families.
Purchase pillows from our Amazon Wishlist and have them sent directly to FMF. |
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