Roger Grable, Esq. has shown amazing leadership as a former chairman and long-serving board member of Families Forward. His dedication and unwavering support have played a crucial role in our mission to prevent and end family homelessness. That's why we are delighted to announce that Roger will be honored this year with the prestigious Margie Wakeham Legacy Award! ✨ Join us a this year's Light Up the Night Gala on Sept. 7th to celebrate Roger's incredible impact and commitment. For sponsor opportunities and tickets: https://lnkd.in/gb8SytkE #LightUptheNight2024 Pictured L-R: Margie Wakeham (Families Forward former CEO, retired), Roger Grable, Esq., Madelynn Hirneise (Families Forward CEO)
Families Forward
Individual and Family Services
Irvine, CA 2,237 followers
Ending family homelessness isn't our hope, it's our certainty. Families Forward. Until every family has a home.
About us
Families Forward is an Irvine-based nonprofit organization that was founded in 1984 to help families in crisis regain financial stability and self-sufficiency. Beginning with five rented apartments in Irvine, Families Forward has grown in response to community need and now owns and operates thirty-one transitional and affordable housing homes in Irvine & Lake Forrest; owns and operates a 3,400 square foot food pantry and an extensive network of resources to help families in financial crisis. The mission of Families Forward is to help families in need achieve and maintain self-sufficiency through food, housing, counseling, education and other support services. Families Forward is committed to serving each family with the core values of dignity, empowerment, accountability, community spirit, and hope.
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http://families-forward.org
External link for Families Forward
- Industry
- Individual and Family Services
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Irvine, CA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1984
- Specialties
- Homeless Prevention, Career Coaching Workshops, Food Pantry, Tenant Workshops, Counseling, Rapid Re-Housing, Transitional Housing, Affordable Housing, Community Resources - Collaborative Services, At Risk Families, and Supporting Families to Stability
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8 Thomas
Irvine, CA 92618, US
Employees at Families Forward
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Congratulations to our wonderful Tania, recognized as one of this year's Unsung Heroes!
Help us thank Unsung Hero, Tania Liceaga! 🙌 Tania makes Families Forward a better place with her optimism and commitment. As a Family Navigator, she embodies diligence and kindness while working with families experiencing homelessness. She shows compassion and empathy to the families she serves on the path toward finding permanent solutions. Learn more about all of our fantastic Unsung Heroes working to #EndHomelessnessOC: https://bit.ly/4e5pnL9
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Thank you, CalOptima Health, for your incredible support and for recognizing Families Forward as a recipient of the Housing and Homeless Incentive Program grant. We look forward to continuing this valuable collaboration to provide the best care and support for our community members.
CalOptima Health is honored to work with partners like Families Forward, a grant recipient of one of our Housing and Homeless Incentive Program grants and Orange County Grantmakers, which is providing vital leadership in the philanthropic sector. A recent article in the Los Angeles Times highlights that building trust between philanthropic institutions and community-based organizations is critical to ensuring effective programs and supportive services for those in need. As CalOptima Health continues to make community investments, we are committed to building trusting relationships with our grantees and ensuring the best care for our members. #OrangeCounty #OrangeCountyCA #OrangeCountyCalifornia #CommunityHealth #HealthCare
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The Irvine Company Apartments has supported the mission of Families Forward since our inception 40 years ago! This year, we are thrilled to honor them as our Partner in Hope at the Light Up the Night Gala on September 7th at the beautiful Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club. Join us to celebrate their remarkable impact and their commitment to creating a brighter future for families in our community. Sponsorship Opportunities & Tickets available here: https://lnkd.in/gb8SytkE Pictured L-R: Mark Henigan, Group Senior VP, Financial Services; Michelle Grande, Senior Vice President, Operations; Teresa Prestwood, President, Apartment Operations; Yann de Fabrique, Vice President, Community Management
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Last year, thanks to the amazing generosity of our community, nearly 1,100 students in need received new backpacks filled with crucial supplies to begin the school year. Let's continue working together to make sure every child is equipped with the tools they need to thrive and that no student is left behind. WAYS TO HELP: 📐Donate school supplies by July 12th. List of most needed items here: https://lnkd.in/gV99-6NX 👉Host a back-to-school drive with your friends, colleagues, church or community groups. 🙋Volunteer to assemble and distribute backpacks and school supplies at our headquarters in Irvine. Find all the details here: https://lnkd.in/gXwZDtGD
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Are you dedicated to supporting families in need? Families Forward is seeking a Family Navigator to join our impactful team! Under the guidance of our Service Navigation Manager, you'll play a crucial role in assisting families requesting housing services. Make a meaningful difference in the lives of families and apply now to join Families Forward and help create a brighter future for our community!
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Exciting Job Opportunity! Families Forward is looking for a Volunteer and Community Engagement Manager to join our dynamic team! Under the guidance of our Director of Development and Community Engagement, you'll manage our vibrant volunteer program and spearhead our annual outreach initiatives. If you're ready to cultivate connections and drive meaningful impact, apply now to join Families Forward and help us transform lives!
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Thank you Taryn Taddeo Palumbo for your insights regarding the evolving dynamics and strategies in philanthropy and nonprofit collaboration. Trust in our expertise and commitment to empowering positive change in the community is invaluable. We appreciate our partnerships and look forward to continuing our collaborative efforts for the betterment of our community. Orange County Grantmakers CalOptima City of Tustin
"Trust is essential — and it’s a two-way street. Funders must trust that nonprofits are equipped with the expertise to strategically meet the long-term, ever-evolving needs of the communities they serve. Nonprofit leaders must place trust in funders and share not only their organizational wins but challenges and failures so they can be empowered to pivot as circumstances change." Big thanks to Madelynn and Families Forward for their incredible support in our mission! Your dedication to creating positive change in our community is truly inspiring. #CommunityImpact #PartnersInChange Madelynn Hirneise Families Forward Taryn Taddeo Palumbo https://lnkd.in/dnR7-3vm
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Join us in celebrating our amazing CFO, Erica Berrios , on her nomination for the CFO of the Year Awards, presented by the Orange County Business Journal ! Erica’s outstanding performance and dedication as a corporate steward have made us incredibly proud. Thank you, Erica, for your fearless financial leadership as Families Forward grows to tackle family homelessness. Congratulations to all nominees and winners, and big thanks to Marsh McLennan Agency, Zoe Shaw and Ali Rowland for hosting us. ✨
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Mark your calendars for September 7th! An enchanting evening awaits you at the prestigious Waldorf Astoria Monarch Beach Resort & Club 🌿 . Join us for an unforgettable celebration of 40 years supporting Orange County families. Details coming soon.
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