M Chases the American Dream
It’s raining. M and I sit on the back porch of Family Promise. It’s chilly out but M is in good spirits. Today is her graduation form the...
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Shelter Stories
Stories and testimonials from our previous residents. Find out how Hope Chenges The Story.
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Aubrey Bricker
- Feb 1
- 2 min
Ever wondered what it's like to spend the night outside in the cold? That's what Coldest Night of the Year is about!
“There has never been a more important time to support our most vulnerable families. Starbucks is proud to continue to work with Coldest...
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Aubrey Bricker
- Jan 15
- 1 min
Shelter Stories: Aubrey's Testimony
It was July. Hundred-degree weather had been the norm for more than a month. I was living in a rundown house in a rundown relationship. I...
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Aubrey Bricker
- Dec 21, 2023
- 2 min
J.'s Family Fights for Hope
J.’s family found themselves homeless after their home was deemed unlivable. “After paying all the high utility bills only to get put out...
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Aubrey Bricker
- Dec 8, 2023
- 2 min
Vickie & Syesha Make It Out
When I first my Vickie I was struck by how bright she seemed. Her dazzling eyes and warm smile lit up the room. Like many in our program,...
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Aubrey Bricker
- Nov 30, 2023
- 1 min
Family Promise of Lawton's 4th Annual Toy Drive Is Underway!
For the last four years Family Promise of Lawton has held a Toy Drive for Christmas. Hundreds of toys were donated and last year we...
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Aubrey Bricker
- Aug 23, 2023
- 3 min
Shelter Stories: Toni's Return To The Light
Toniette and her family moved to Oklahoma and were kicked out of their living situation. They moved around and stayed with friends and...
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Aubrey Bricker
- Aug 8, 2023
- 1 min
Testimonials of Promise: Jasmine
In her own words, Jasmine briefly describes her experience with Family Promise of Lawton: "I stayed at Family Promise for a little over a...
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Aubrey Bricker
- Aug 3, 2023
- 2 min
Shelter Stories: Amanda
Family Promise is a family shelter that provides a holistic approach a trauma informed services to help unhoused families achieve...
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assistantfpol
- Mar 19, 2021
- 2 min
Family Promise to Host First-Ever Giving Day Event
SUMMIT, NJ, OCTOBER 25 – This October, Family Promise Affiliates across the country will participate in Family Promise’s first Giving...
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assistantfpol
- Mar 19, 2021
- 1 min
Family Promise Week Recognized by NJ Government Officials
GOVERNOR PHIL MURPHY AND SENATOR CORY BOOKER RECOGNIZE FAMILY PROMISE WEEK 2019. This week, October 20th through October 27th is Family...
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assistantfpol
- Mar 19, 2021
- 2 min
Family Promise Celebrates National Make a Dog’s Day!
For National Make a Dog’s Day, we’re celebrating our partnership with PetSmart Charities: Pets with a Promise Nearly 70 percent of...
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