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# FamilyAid

Greater Boston Family Homeless Prevention Agency

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- [News & Events](https://familyaidboston.org/news-and-events/) - NEWS & EVENTS AllFAB HeroesHomelessness 101NewsProgram UpdatesStaff SpotlightSuccess StoriesUncategorizedVideosAll FAB Heroes Homelessness 101 News Program Updates Staff Spotlight Success Stories Uncategorized Videos How Sarah And Mia Moved ForwardAs summer temperatures began to rise last year, 28-year-old mom Sarah arrived at FamilyAid asking for help. She was doing everything she could to keep life steady […] Read moreFamilyAid Welcomes Ruthanne Fuller and Katherine Gergen
- [How Sarah And Mia Moved Forward](https://familyaidboston.org/2026/06/25/how-sarah-kept-mia-safe-and-stable/) - As summer temperatures began to rise last year, 28-year-old mom Sarah arrived at FamilyAid asking for help.
- [FamilyAid Welcomes Ruthanne Fuller and Katherine Gergen Barnett, MD, to Board of Directors](https://familyaidboston.org/2026/06/22/familyaid-welcomes-ruthanne-fuller-and-katherine-gergen-barnett-md-to-board-of-directors/) - FamilyAid is proud to announce the appointments of Ruthanne Fuller and Katherine Gergen Barnett, MD, to its Board of Directors. Ruthanne Fuller served as Mayor of the City of Newton from 2018 to 2025, making history as the city's first female mayor. During her tenure, she championed affordable and diverse housing, strengthened public transit infrastructure
- [Prevention work holds family homelessness at bay](https://familyaidboston.org/2023/01/20/prevention-work-holds-family-homelessness-at-bay/) - Prevention work holds family homelessness at bayKeeping families in their homes is at the core of FamilyAid’s homelessness prevention program. Learn how FamilyAid’s helps families avoid the trauma of homelessness Every child deserves a chance to flourish… That chance starts at home – and with a home. Studies consistently show that stable housing is the
- [FamilyAid receives $250,000 Housing for Everyone Grant from the TD Charitable Foundation](https://familyaidboston.org/2026/04/21/familyaid-receives-250000-housing-for-everyone-grant-from-the-td-charitable-foundation-2/) - FamilyAid, the Commonwealth's largest 2-Generational anti-poverty program for children and parent’s experiencing housing instability and homelessness, was recently awarded a $250,000 Housing for Everyone grant from the TD Charitable Foundation, the giving arm of TD Bank U.S. FamilyAid is one of 40 nonprofit organizations across TD’s footprint to receive funding through the 20th annual Housing
- [How Annie Kept Her Boys Safe](https://familyaidboston.org/2026/03/23/how-annie-kept-her-boys-safe/) - For almost two years, 38-year-old mom Annie worked hard to rebuild stability for her family after experiencing homelessness. Living with her sons, Sam (9) and Ian (4), she was determined to keep their lives as steady as possible. But when Sam began facing health challenges, Annie had to reduce her work hours to care for
- [Running for the Kids](https://familyaidboston.org/2026/03/19/running-for-the-kids/) - For Tara Lane, running has always been about more than miles. A lifelong runner, Tara knows what it means to be knocked down by life—and what it takes to get back up. After years of personal hardship, including watching a family member struggle with homelessness and lose their battle with addiction, she found her way
- [An Open Door When Everything Else Was Closed](https://familyaidboston.org/2026/02/26/an-open-door-when-everything-else-was-closed/) - Just before Valentine’s Day, a young mother, Sarah, arrived at our doors with her six-year-old son, Eric, fleeing domestic violence with nothing but the clothes on their backs.
- [A Safe Place to Start Again: From Shelter to Stability in Just Six Weeks](https://familyaidboston.org/2026/01/28/a-safe-place-to-start-again-from-shelter-to-stability-in-just-six-weeks/) - When Mateo was just two and a half years old, he and his mom, Lucía (28), arrived at FamilyAid’s Family Navigation Center after leaving a state shelter. Lucía had already endured more than many experience in a lifetime—including abuse by the very person who was supposed to protect her. Years of instability and trauma had
- [From Crisis to a Home of Their Own](https://familyaidboston.org/2025/09/26/from-crisis-to-a-home-of-their-own/) - As a single mother, Maria had always done everything she could to provide for her daughters, but in this moment, the family needed immediate help and guidance on their path back to stability.
- [A Private Shelter, A Safe New Start](https://familyaidboston.org/2025/09/08/a-private-shelter-a-safe-new-start/) - When Susana, a single mother of five—Marc (5), Sam (8), Izzie (12), Lauren (14) and Sean (17)—arrived at The Annex, FamilyAid’s privately funded shelter, she was exhausted and emotional. It was her first time in a shelter, and after weeks of couch surfing, sleeping in their car and even spending nights under a bridge, she
- [Stronger Together](https://familyaidboston.org/2025/08/26/stronger-together/) - Vanessa is the primary caregiver for her daughter and her own mother. As her mother’s condition worsened, Vanessa found herself stretched thin.
- [A Mother’s Strength, a Family’s Progress](https://familyaidboston.org/2025/07/28/a-mothers-strength-a-familys-progress/) - When Chloe, a single mother of three–Ari (8), Fatima (11), and Isabella (18)–was diagnosed with cancer, her world was turned upside down.
- [Jazmin and Matteo are thriving — thanks to you.](https://familyaidboston.org/2025/06/18/jazmin-and-matteo-are-thriving-thanks-to-you/) - “This organization truly feels like it was sent by God,” Jazmin said. “Through FamilyAid, I’ve received not only financial help, but also emotional and mental support.” Because of the high cost of living and limited affordable housing options in Boston, Jazmin and her eight-year-old son Matteo had no choice but to live in a friend’s
- [A Steadfast Advocate: Judith’s Journey](https://familyaidboston.org/2025/04/29/a-steadfast-advocate-judiths-journey/) - FamilyAid empowers children and parents facing homelessness to secure and sustain housing—and since 2013, Judith Cohen has been a cornerstone of that mission. As a Housing Specialist, Judith works alongside case managers to address barriers to housing for the more than 1,500 children and parents living in FamilyAid’s temporary housing each year. Her goal: ensure
- [Strength and Support: A Family’s New Beginning](https://familyaidboston.org/2025/04/29/strength-and-support-a-familys-new-beginning/) - When Elena lost her job, everything unraveled quickly. Without an income, she could no longer pay rent on the home she shared with her 12-year-old daughter Sofia, 5-year-old daughter Maya and her 70-year-old mother. Although she held a housing voucher, confusion around the legal process and language barriers made it difficult to understand her rights—and
- [Helping Families Stay Housed: Sofia’s Story](https://familyaidboston.org/2025/02/25/helping-families-stay-housed-sofias-story/) - Sofia–a single mother of two school-age children, Mike and Elena–was facing eviction after refusing to sign an unfair rental renewal agreement. Her landlord insisted she pay $400 off the record in addition to the $3,100 monthly rent for a one-bedroom apartment. When she declined, he refused to renew her lease and told her she would
- [FamilyAid Welcomes New Board Leadership to Advance Its Mission](https://familyaidboston.org/2025/02/04/familyaid-welcomes-new-board-leadership-to-advance-its-mission/) - FamilyAid today announced the election of Laura Scott as Chair and Meghan Keaney Anderson as Vice Chair of its Board of Directors.
- [FamilyAid Welcomes Magnolia Contreras to Board of Directors](https://familyaidboston.org/2025/01/23/familyaid-welcomes-magnolia-contreras-to-board-of-directors/) - FamilyAid is proud to announce the appointment of Magnolia Contreras to its Board of Directors. Contreras serves as the Vice President of Community Health at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, where she leads the organization's efforts to reduce the burden of cancer in historically marginalized populations. In her role, she oversees the development and implementation of a
- [Positive Moments Amidst a Crisis](https://familyaidboston.org/2024/09/25/positive-moments-amidst-a-crisis/) - For Quell, six, and Kaleo, eight, life at FamilyAid’s temporary housing turned out to be more fun than they imagined. Even though they didn't fully understand their homeless situation, they enjoyed ice cream truck visits during the summer and made friends with other kids who love superheroes almost as much as they do. Despite the
- [Why are Children Now Living in Cars?](https://familyaidboston.org/2024/08/23/why-are-children-now-living-in-cars/) - Marie, mother of two autistic children, Madeline, 5, and Daniel, 3, has faced unimaginable hardships. Nine years ago, she lived a fulfilling life in Haiti, working as a government administrator. However, political unrest following the 2016 election forced her to flee after she was brutally beaten and assaulted by militants because of her job. With
- [A Family Finds Hope Against All Odds](https://familyaidboston.org/2024/08/07/a-family-finds-hope-against-all-odds/) - When Georgie, Xavi, and their mom, Joslyn, arrived at FamilyAid’s doorstep, they were at their lowest. Learn how FamilyAid changed their lives for the better.
- [FamilyAid Appoints Tracy Welsh as Chief Operating Officer](https://familyaidboston.org/2024/07/17/familyaid-appoints-tracy-welsh-as-chief-operating-officer/) - As Chief Operating Officer, Welsh will oversee the implementation of the agency's strategic plan and manage its operations.
- [FamilyAid Nominated as Top U.S. Charity for Second Consecutive Year](https://familyaidboston.org/2024/07/11/familyaid-nominated-for-top-u-s-charity-for-second-consecutive-year/) - FamilyAid Nominated for Top U.S. Charity for Second Consecutive Year. Charity Navigator has named FamilyAid as a nominee in its 2024 Community Choice Awards.
- [Ana's FamilyAid Success Story](https://familyaidboston.org/2024/06/14/anas-familyaid-success-story/) - Ana, a single mother of two children–Isla, 7, and Noah, 10–was struggling to keep up with her rent. Following the pandemic, it had been difficult to find consistent work, and with the rising costs of living and childcare, Ana increasingly had to choose between picking up a shift and staying home with her kids. Eventually,
- [FamilyAid President & CEO featured on Life Science Cares' podcast, Moving Forward Giving Back](https://familyaidboston.org/2024/05/14/9672/) - Family homelessness has reached an all-time high in the Commonwealth. Thousands are struggling with poverty, unemployment, rising food and childcare costs, and the ongoing affordable housing crisis. Regardless of when or how it occurs, homelessness takes an enormous emotional and financial toll on children and parents. Whenever possible, our goal is to prevent families from
- [Running with Heart: Honoring Jim Partridge's Legacy of Compassion](https://familyaidboston.org/2024/04/09/running-with-heart-honoring-jim-partridges-legacy-of-compassion/) - At the heart of every great cause lies a story of resilience, passion and unwavering dedication. Jim Partridge, a beloved friend and longtime supporter of FamilyAid, embodied these qualities throughout his entire life. Jim's journey with FamilyAid began when he was persuaded by FamilyAid Board Member Kip Sanford to run the 2013 Boston Marathon on
- [FamilyAid Welcomes Three Financial Execs to Board of Directors](https://familyaidboston.org/2024/04/04/familyaid-welcomes-three-financial-execs-to-board-of-directors/) - FamilyAid has named Dr. Anil Khurana, Rebecca Moniri and Jeffrey Tengel to its board of directors.
- [Finding Hope for Hannah](https://familyaidboston.org/2024/02/14/finding-hope-for-hannah/) - Hannah, a devoted mother to Zac, Lincoln and Max—aged 9, 6, and 4—was struggling in an abusive marriage and working a demanding job. One evening, Hannah and her sons came home to changed locks on the door of the family’s one-bedroom apartment. Without any belongings, identification or a place to sleep, they sought refuge at
- [How Sally and Her Daughters Conquered Challenges](https://familyaidboston.org/2024/01/16/how-sally-and-her-daughters-conquered-challenges/) - Sally, a single mother of two girls, Rachel and Sarah, was always able to balance her work and home life. Last year, though, the family faced an unexpected challenge.
- [FamilyAid scores top Massachusetts workplace ranking and national recognition for 2Gen work](https://familyaidboston.org/2023/12/06/familyaid-scores-top-massachusetts-workplace-ranking-and-national-recognition-for-2gen-work/) - It’s been a big week for FamilyAid. The Boston Globe named FamilyAid one of its Top Places to Work in 2023 and acknowledged its role as a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) champion. The national innovation network Ascend at the Aspen Institute also selected FamilyAid as one of 15 nonprofit organizations for its new 2Gen Accelerator
- [Amid current family homelessness crisis, 1,600 children and parents received their first Thanksgiving meal](https://familyaidboston.org/2023/11/29/1600-children-and-parents-received-their-first-thanksgiving-meal/) - FamilyAid volunteers and staff delivered fully prepared Thanksgiving meals to homeless children and parents for the fourth consecutive year, with support graciously provided by Gerstner Philanthropies. This heartwarming event was begun amid the COVID-19 pandemic by former FamilyAid Director of Facilities Marty Luttrell, who died tragically in 2021. Each year, the day unites the community
- [How Kayla Broke The Cycle of Homelessness](https://familyaidboston.org/2023/09/26/how-kayla-broke-the-cycle-of-homelessness/) - Kayla's arrival at FamilyAid marked a turning point in her life. At just 20 years old, she arrived with two young daughters–Maya, one, and Zoey, three–by her side. Having experienced a childhood filled with instability, Kayla was determined to leave our shelter as soon as possible and find a home that she and her daughters
- [FamilyAid Earns Nomination for America’s Top Charities](https://familyaidboston.org/2023/08/17/familyaid-earns-nomination-for-americas-top-charities/) - VOTE NOW FamilyAid Earns Nomination for America’s Top Charities The agency is one of 107 of Charity Navigator’s highest-ranked charities selected for its national Community Choice Award; online votes are needed! BOSTON, August 17, 2023 – Charity Navigator, the nation’s largest and most influential nonprofit evaluator, has named FamilyAid in the “large” organization category of
- [With strife behind them, a young migrant family prepares to seek asylum in Boston](https://familyaidboston.org/2023/08/09/seeking-asylum-in-boston/) - DONATE NOW Note: Story written by Sarah Betancourt and originally published on 8/2/23 on WGBH. Freddy Torres and his family arrived at Boston Logan International Airport on a frigid December day last year, not knowing what would happen next. Torres, his wife, Adriana, and their two young children had fled Colombia seeking political asylum, crossing
- [How Alex and Carmen Regained Their Joy](https://familyaidboston.org/2023/06/13/how-alex-and-carmen-regained-their-joy/) - Alex and Carmen's parents, Sofia and David, were concerned that their children were losing the independence and joy they once had as they became more isolated and confined to their new home in a new country. Seeking guidance, they turned to their FamilyAid team for help to keep their children healthy, active and engaged in their new community.
- [How Does Happiness Change Lives?](https://familyaidboston.org/2023/06/15/how-happiness-can-change-lives/) - Childhood is a time of carefree fun, learning, exploration and growth. While it’s widely understood that childhood experiences shape our lives, recent research has shed light on the crucial role that social capital and positive childhood experiences (PCEs) play in fostering healthy development. FamilyAid focuses on these factors as we help the children and parents
- [Service Navigation, Support Critical to Babies’ Success](https://familyaidboston.org/2023/05/13/service-navigation-support-critical-to-babies-success/) - First-time mom Judeline and her three-year-old son Amari legally immigrated to the United States a year ago to escape the escalating violence in her home country that claimed her husband’s life. After her initial sponsorship fell through, Judeline arrived at FamilyAid’s Brookline temporary housing in August, exhausted, hungry, and scared.
- [Fixing Systems to Help Vulnerable Kids](https://familyaidboston.org/2023/05/13/fixing-systems-to-help-vulnerable-kids/) - Fixing Systems to Help Vulnerable KidsThrough CHIME, FamilyAid spearheads a collaborative effort to improve children’s services. Genevieve and her three children unexpectedly found themselves without a home when a landlord illegally evicted the family following neighbors’ complaints about her young son, Andrew, who is affected by developmental challenges. They briefly stayed with a series of
- [Despite crisis, newborn and mom find safety](https://familyaidboston.org/2023/05/13/despite-crisis-newborn-and-mom-find-safety/) - A compassionate doctor led Josie and her newborn daughter to FamilyAid following an emergency C-section and the unexpected loss of her home.
- [Teen’s College Dream Back on Track](https://familyaidboston.org/2023/03/27/teens-college-dream-back-on-track/) - Our 2Gen approach to building family well-being guided three teenage brothers and their mom out of dire straits. Learn: 2Gen in Action.
- [Sulser named to Board](https://familyaidboston.org/2023/03/27/sulser-named-to-board/) - As senior investment director at Cambridge Associates, Maria Sulser is an expert in planning for the future. It’s a major tenet of her occupation, and it’s why she’s agreed to an appointment on FamilyAid’s Board of Directors.
- [This Bank Exec Amps to 11](https://familyaidboston.org/2023/03/27/this-bank-exec-amps-to-11/) - Our Marathon team is raising funds to help homeless children and parents build better futures. For veteran runner Kip Sanford, his 11th time’s the charm. Read Why Kip Runs.
- [Immigrant Families Face Cold, Streets](https://familyaidboston.org/2023/02/16/immigrant-families-face-cold-streets/) - We’re tackling the needs of newly arriving immigrant and refugee families with 24/7 care and support. Here are our successful approaches and proven solutions.
- [From Disaster to Stability in Seven Months](https://familyaidboston.org/2023/02/16/from-disaster-to-stability-in-seven-months/) - A young family survived a devastating fire only to find themselves on the streets. FamilyAid’s assistance provided shelter and a path toward stability.
- [Winter Walk - February 12](https://familyaidboston.org/2023/01/20/winter-walk-feb-12-2023/) - Keeping Kids from the ColdBoston’s annual Winter Walk event participants literally walk the walk to recognize the plight of homeless families. Read how you can join FamilyAid for this family-friendly February 12 event. Boston’s annual family-friendly Winter Walk, which takes place on February 12, is quite different than other charity walks and fundraisers. Sure, it
- [Pulled back from the edge](https://familyaidboston.org/2023/01/20/pulled-back-from-the-edge/) - Four young sisters and their mom found themselves on the brink of homelessness.Learn how FamilyAid stepped in and restored their physical, emotional and financial well-being. For 12-year-old Ellie and her three younger sisters, a crucial referral to FamilyAid last fall has delivered a much-needed sense of stability. Along with eight-year-old Jenna, four-year-old Jazmin and two-year-old
- [How to Start Your Life Anew](https://familyaidboston.org/2022/12/13/how-to-start-your-life-anew/) - Cherished childhood memories, particularly those of the holiday season, often involve newness. New toys. New clothes. A festive new tree in the corner of the living room. And ringing in the New Year. For three young Boston sisters – Ellie, 12; Sally, 8; and Allie, 7 – future reminiscences of 2022 will indeed center around newness.
- [Change a Life for the Better Today](https://familyaidboston.org/2022/12/13/change-a-life-for-the-better-today/) - Did you know that housing is only a part of the solution to family homelessness? The key to addressing Boston’s growing humanitarian crisis is to meet the moment when families find themselves at life’s crossroads and help them on the path to survival and ultimately, success. For more than 100 years, FamilyAid has been there for children and their parents at their most critical moments, providing the vital assistance that impacts generations.
- [We Meet a Moment of Crisis Again](https://familyaidboston.org/2022/12/13/we-meet-a-moment-of-crisis-again/) - FamilyAid was established over a century ago in response to a decline in the U.S. economy, massive migration to Boston by families fleeing vulnerability elsewhere, and the effects and aftereffects of a devastating worldwide pandemic. If that sounds familiar, it’s for good reason. Despite steady technological progress that would have seemed unthinkable 100 years ago and advances in science that save millions of lives each year, the same three issues face Boston today.
- [Baker Champions Plan for Homeless Children](https://familyaidboston.org/2022/06/16/baker-champions-plan-for-homeless-children/) - Later this week, Massachusetts First Lady Lauren Baker will kick off a 4-year, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute-funded community-building plan to improve services for Boston’s homeless children. Baker will headline a reception for one hundred civic leaders hosted by Boston College’s School of Social Work. At the event, Baker will introduce the plan being spearheaded by FamilyAid
- [From Couch Surfing to College Student](https://familyaidboston.org/2022/06/16/from-couch-surfing-to-college-student/) - Isaac and his siblings had accepted homelessness as a way of life. After abruptly leaving their home due to unforeseen circumstances, Isaac, his mom Laura, and his two young siblings – Ashleigh and Reign- found themselves couch surfing, sleeping on the floor of friends’ bedrooms and living rooms, and sometimes, even in their car. When
- [Special Summer Reading for FamilyAid’s Youngest Guests](https://familyaidboston.org/2022/06/16/special-summer-reading-for-familyaids-youngest-guests/) - Thanks to generous FamilyAid donors, hundreds of children living in our shelter can choose from a variety of books to read this summer. The children arriving in our emergency shelters this summer will be mostly disconnected from their home neighborhoods, libraries, schools, and after-school activities. We ensure that young students have all the support, opportunities,
- [Cummings Foundation Awards $100,000 to FamilyAid](https://familyaidboston.org/2022/06/06/cummings-foundation-awards-100000-to-familyaid/) - Boston, MA – June 2, 2022 — FamilyAid, a Boston-based agency providing comprehensive services for homeless children and parents living in poverty, announced that it is one of 140 local nonprofits to receive a grant of $100,000 through Cummings Foundation’s $25 Million Grant Program. The human services organization was chosen from a total of 580
- [Liberty Mutual Insurance Paints House for Homeless Families](https://familyaidboston.org/2022/05/24/liberty-mutual-insurance-paints-house-for-homeless-families/) - After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, Liberty Mutual Insurance employees are back volunteering in the communities where they work and live. This month, FamilyAid welcomed six Liberty Mutual Insurance volunteers as part of the company’s Serve with Liberty campaign. The team re-painted the porches at one of our housing sites for homeless children
- [Once Homeless as a Child, Mistral Now Helps Hundreds of Other Children](https://familyaidboston.org/2022/05/24/once-homeless-as-a-child-mistral-now-helps-hundreds-of-other-children/) - In 1998, first-grader Mistral Olaverria didn’t understand why she had to live in a shelter. Today, as a FamilyAid case manager, she helps children who face the same struggles she once did find a safe and stable place to live. Like all FamilyAid staff – many with lived homelessness experience like her - Mistral has
- [No Child Should Call an ER Home](https://familyaidboston.org/2022/05/24/no-child-should-call-an-er-home/) - Seven-year-old Jordan and his mom Ruby were forced to seek shelter in an emergency room late last year when their apartment building’s new owners doubled the rent. Despite many efforts to find affordable housing, Ruby could not pay the brokerage fees, first, last month’s rent, and security deposits needed in Boston’s tight rental apartment market.
- [Midwife Runs Marathon in Support of Homeless Children](https://familyaidboston.org/2022/04/26/midwife-runs-marathon-in-support-of-homeless-children/) - Long-distance runner and midwife Karla Holt trained hard to run the Boston Marathon on April 18, but her goal was more than just completing 26.2 miles. Karla raised funds to support FamilyAid’s work to empower children and parents facing homelessness to secure and sustain housing and build a solid foundation for the future. As a
- [Pieris Pharmaceuticals Surprises FamilyAid Kids with Birthday Parties](https://familyaidboston.org/2022/04/26/pieris-pharmaceuticals-surprises-familyaid-kids-with-birthday-parties/) - When James moved into the shelter, his mom was worried he’d never have another birthday party, but James had one of the greatest birthday parties of all time thanks to our generous supporters. Six-year-old James and his mom Ashley arrived at a FamilyAid’s emergency shelter in January with only a plastic bag filled with blankets
- [Teen Raises $10K for Homeless Children](https://familyaidboston.org/2022/04/26/teen-raises-10k-for-homeless-children/) - Thirteen-year-old Sasha Kaplan was determined to raise funds for a mission close to her heart. After researching nonprofits with her mom, Sasha landed on FamilyAid. She felt passionate about helping families with children close to her own age and wanted to positively impact the local community. A few weeks later, Sasha rolled up her sleeves
- [FamilyAid Receives $250,000 Housing for Everyone Grant from the TD Charitable Foundation](https://familyaidboston.org/2022/03/09/familyaid-receives-250000-housing-for-everyone-grant-from-the-td-charitable-foundation/) - Support from the TD Charitable Foundation will help FamilyAid expand their services to meet the growing needs of homeless children and parents. Boston, Massachusetts, March 8, 2022 – FamilyAid, a Boston-based organization serving homeless children and parents, was recently awarded a $250,000 Housing for Everyone grant from the TD Charitable Foundation, the charitable giving arm
- [FamilyAid President on Special Commission to End Family Homelessness](https://familyaidboston.org/2022/04/20/familyaid-president-on-special-commission-to-end-family-homelessness/) - We are honored that FamilyAid President Larry Seamans is a member of the City of Boston’s newly formed Special Commission to End Family Homelessness. Established by Boston Mayor Michelle Wu, this commission of experts will develop a long-range plan to prevent and end family homelessness. Read more.
- [Dreams become reality for one formerly homeless family](https://familyaidboston.org/2022/03/01/dreams-become-reality-for-one-formerly-homeless-family/) - Eliza and her three children had accepted homelessness as a way of life. After abruptly leaving their home due to unforeseen circumstances, Eliza and her three boys - Ryan, Nick, and Joshua- found themselves sleeping on the floor of friends’ bedrooms and living rooms, and sometimes, even in the car. When COVID-19 surfaced, the boys
- [Carla Richards appointed as FamilyAid’s First Vice President of Programs](https://familyaidboston.org/2022/01/27/carla-richards-appointed-as-familyaids-first-vice-president-of-programs/) - FamilyAid is pleased to announce the recent appointment of Carla Richards as its first Vice President of Programs. “Carla is a tenacious leader with years of experience advocating for those in need,” says FamilyAid President Larry Seamans. “We welcome her passion and expertise as we focus on expanding our 2 generational work to meet the
- [Ten years later, this former homeless family is thriving](https://familyaidboston.org/2022/01/27/ten-years-later-this-former-homeless-family-is-thriving/) - In 2012, Guadalupe and her family were facing unexpected challenges. Unable to work due to forced bed rest during her pregnancy, Guadalupe was struggling to pay rent and utilities for her family. Eight-year-old Roxy and 4-year-old Liam needed after school care and daycare, and turning to family or friends for help was not an option.
- [Generous donors spread joy to homeless families this holiday season](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/12/27/generous-donors-spread-joy-to-homeless-families-this-holiday-season/) - Thanks to many generous donors, 3,000 children and parents enjoyed wonderful holidays this year. A number of FamilyAid contributors went beyond their support of our housing efforts this year by ensuring there was joy in each FamilyAid home. World-renowned professional poker player Bernard Lee, The New England Patriots Charitable Foundation, HarbourVest, and generous individual donors
- [Keeping our families safe and healthy during COVID](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/12/27/keeping-our-families-safe-and-healthy-during-covid/) - Boston Medical Center (BMC ) recently hosted the first of several vaccine clinics for children, parents, and staff at our family shelters, turning an ambulance into a mobile medical site. This partnership ensures thousands of homeless children and parents get the care they need to stay safe and healthy, especially during the pandemic. Thank you,
- [How housing brought back holiday traditions for one family](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/12/27/how-housing-brought-back-holiday-traditions-for-one-family/) - Shaunte had to make a choice for her family - stay in an unsafe situation exposed to domestic violence or leave and become homeless. To protect her children’s wellbeing, she and Abigail, age 7, and Noah, age 4, left their home in 2020 to move in with a friend. The family felt safe with the
- [FamilyAid Featured on WCVB-TV for Thanksgiving Meal Delivery](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/11/29/familyaid-featured-on-wcvb-tv-for-thanksgiving-meal-delivery/) - Thank you WCVB Channel 5 Boston for highlighting FamilyAid’s Thanksgiving efforts. 1,100 meals were distributed to the children and parents we serve to enjoy at their dinner tables this year. We are grateful to all those who helped make the day a success! Watch the full story here.
- [FamilyAid Awarded by Dana-Farber to Improve Community Health](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/11/10/familyaid-awarded-by-dana-farber-to-improve-community-health/) - FamilyAid is among twelve nonprofit organizations awarded an Access to Services grant by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute to support long-lasting community health improvement or to boost linkages to existing health and support services in the region. FamilyAid will spearhead a four-year, multi-pronged systems mapping initiative to develop effective, coordinated systems for children and families facing homelessness
- [Helping Families with No Place To Go](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/11/10/helping-families-with-no-place-to-go/) - FamilyAid’s innovative approaches to homelessness have supported more than 4,000 children and parents during the pandemic. These families lost their jobs, struggled with illness, were victims of domestic violence, or experienced a combination of these circumstances, causing them to fall into homelessness. But what happens to families who are now being turned away from emergency
- [National Homelessness Awareness Month](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/11/10/national-homelessness-awareness-month/) - November is #NationalHomelessnessAwarenessMonth. Please think of the families in our care like Nico, Sierra, and their mom, Jade during this time. Just months ago, their family was stuck sleeping in an emergency room at the hospital. Thanks to our leading partner, Boston Children's Hospital, the family was referred to us and is now safe and healthy in
- [Success! One Mom's Answer to a Horrible Choice](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/11/10/success-one-moms-answer-to-a-horrible-choice/) - Jackie was facing a terrible dilemma. Starting full-time work in healthcare shortly after giving birth to her son Remi was challenging, but she awoke each day focused on caring for her newborn and holding onto their one-bedroom apartment. Despite her hard work and resilience to sustain her housing, the apartment’s location and condition were becoming
- [Aid Expands to Meet Families’ Deepening Woes](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/11/24/aid-expands-to-meet-families-deepening-woes/) - As the COVID-19 pandemic drags on and government aid either expires or gets bogged down in red tape, FamilyAid Boston is expanding its humanitarian aid to help the city’s poorest residents with more food, supplies and financial assistance. When Massachusetts declared a state of emergency at the pandemic’s outset in March, the 1,600 unstably-housed and
- [What if You Aren't Homeless Enough?](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/08/27/what-if-you-arent-homeless-enough/) - This is the shuttered salon, without running water, where a family of five was living after fleeing their apartment due to weeks of a neighbor’s harassment, and their car being vandalized. The family was deemed ineligible for state shelter or state resources because they have income and an existing lease. FamilyAid quickly stepped with privately
- [Rising to Meet COVID’s Housing Crisis](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/08/27/rising-to-meet-covids-housing-crisis/) - While FamilyAid Boston may best be known for its homelessness prevention work and its shelter services, the agency is also a national urban leader in housing placement. FamilyAid Boston’s expert staff move families, who are unstably housed or living in homeless shelters, into safe and affordable permanent housing and work with families to keep them
- [FamilyAid Marathon Team Members Featured on Boston's WBZ-TV](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/10/06/familyaid-marathon-team-members-featured-on-bostons-wbz-tv/) - Watch the video on CBS. BOSTON (CBS) – The Boston Marathon is more than just a race. It brings people together to test their endurance on the course and a community’s commitment to helping others in need. Trainer Rob Velasquez is running the marathon for FamilyAid Boston, a non-profit providing solutions for family homelessness in
- [Who Steps in When a Single Parent Is Sick?](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/10/06/who-steps-in-when-a-single-parent-is-sick/) - Single father Deshawn worked day and night to support his young daughter, Malia, succeeding in two jobs to pay the rent and cover food, gas, and all of their other expenses. Despite the additional pressures of the pandemic, the young family was getting by until tragedy hit. DeShawn became seriously ill. Pandemic-related issues delayed a
- [Global Issue, Local Solutions Thanks to You](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/10/06/global-issue-local-solutions-thanks-to-you/) - October 10th is World Homeless Day, drawing attention to the plight of people experiencing homeless and celebrating the champions who are responding to that crisis. Here in Greater Boston, more than 1,800 volunteers, donors, foundations, corporations and public agencies have worked with FamilyAid in the last year to improve the lives of our most vulnerable
- [FamilyAid President Larry Seamans Featured in Boston Globe for Public Health Crisis on Diaper Access](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/10/05/familyaid-president-larry-seamans-featured-in-boston-globe-for-public-health-crisis-on-diaper-access/) - FamilyAid thanks The Boston Globe for highlighting the critical needs of low income families. We are grateful to join our partner Cradles to Crayons as well as Sen. Tammy Duckworth, Sen. Joan Lovely, Rep. Mindy Domb, and Rep. Smitty Pignatelli to shed light on the public health crisis caused by a lack of access to
- [Cancer Survivor and Friend Partner Together for the 125th Boston Marathon to Support Homeless Families](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/09/28/cancer-survivor-and-friend-partner-to-run-and-support-homeless-families/) - Rob Velasquez is training hard to run the Boston Marathon on October 11. Rob’s goal is even bigger than completing 26.2 miles, though — Rob is raising funds in support FamilyAid, a Boston-based nonprofit that empowers children and parents facing homelessness to secure and sustain housing and build strong foundations for their futures. Rob’s reasons
- [First-Time Marathon Runner Supports FamilyAid and Homeless Families at the 125th Boston Marathon](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/09/24/first-time-marathon-runner-supports-familyaid-and-homeless-families-at-the-125th-boston-marathon/) - Alexis Sabatino is training hard to run the Boston Marathon on October 11, but Alexis’ goal is even bigger than completing 26.2 miles— She is raising funds in support FamilyAid, a Boston-based nonprofit that empowers children and parents facing homelessness to secure housing and build strong foundations for their futures. Alexis is excited to be
- [Homelessness Advocate Joins Nonprofit Boston Marathon Team to Support FamilyAid and Homeless Children and Parents](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/09/24/homelessness-advocate-joins-nonprofit-boston-marathon-team-to-support-familyaid-and-homeless-children-and-parents/) - Austin Frank is training hard to run the Boston Marathon on October 11, but Austin’s goal is even bigger than completing 26.2 miles — He is raising funds in support FamilyAid, a Boston-based nonprofit that empowers children and parents facing homelessness to secure and sustain housing and build strong foundations for their futures. Austin is
- [FamilyAid Board Member Runs His 9th Boston Marathon to Support Homeless Families](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/09/24/familyaid-board-member-runs-his-9th-boston-marathon-to-support-homeless-families/) - Kip Sanford is training hard to run the Boston Marathon on October 11, but Kip’s goal is even bigger than completing 26.2 miles — He is raising funds in support FamilyAid, a Boston-based nonprofit that empowers children and parents facing homelessness to secure and sustain housing and build strong foundations for their futures. This is
- [Long-Time Dreamer to Run the 125th Boston Marathon to Support FamilyAid and Homeless Children and Parents](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/09/24/long-time-dreamer-to-run-the-125th-boston-marathon-to-support-familyaid-and-homeless-children-and-parents/) - Jason Sherman is training hard to run the Boston Marathon on October 11, but Jason’s goal is even bigger than completing 26.2 miles — He is raising funds in support FamilyAid, a Boston-based nonprofit that empowers children and parents facing homelessness to secure and sustain housing and build strong foundations for their futures. Jason has
- [Epilepsy Fighter Runs the 125th Boston Marathon to Support FamilyAid and Homeless Children and Parents](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/09/24/epilepsy-fighter-runs-the-125th-boston-marathon-to-support-familyaid-and-homeless-children-and-parents/) - John Gordon Duncan is training hard to run the Boston Marathon on October 11, but Gordon’s goal is even bigger than completing 26.2 miles — He is raising funds in support FamilyAid, a Boston-based nonprofit that empowers children and parents facing homelessness to secure and sustain housing and build strong foundations for their futures. Gordon
- [Nonprofit Advocate Runs the 125th Boston Marathon to Support FamilyAid and Homeless Children and Parents](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/09/24/nonprofit-advocate-runs-the-125th-boston-marathon-to-support-familyaid-and-homeless-children-and-parents/) - David Thornton is training hard to run the Boston Marathon on October 11, but David’s goal is even bigger than completing 26.2 miles — He is raising funds in support FamilyAid, a Boston-based nonprofit that empowers children and parents facing homelessness to secure and sustain housing and build strong foundations for their futures. David was
- [Child Psychologist, Trauma Advocate Runs the 125th Boston Marathon to Support FamilyAid and Homeless Children and Parents](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/09/24/child-psychologist-trauma-advocate-runs-the-125th-boston-marathon-to-support-familyaid-and-homeless-children-and-parents/) - Dr. Carmela DeCandia is training hard to run the Boston Marathon on October 11, but Carmela’s goal is even bigger than completing 26.2 miles — She is raising funds in support FamilyAid, a Boston-based nonprofit that empowers children and parents facing homelessness to secure and sustain housing and build strong foundations for their futures. As
- [Greater Boston Natives Run the 125th Boston Marathon to Support Homeless Children and Parents](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/09/24/greater-boston-natives-run-the-125th-boston-marathon-to-support-homeless-children-and-parents/) - Four Boston natives join a team of nine running the Boston Marathon on October 11 in support of homeless families. Each runner is raising funds in for FamilyAid, a Boston-based nonprofit that empowers children and parents facing homelessness to secure and sustain housing and build strong foundations for their futures. FamilyAid’s 2021 marathon team members
- [40-Time Marathon Runner Runs 125th Boston Marathon to Support FamilyAid and homeless Children and Parents](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/09/24/40-time-marathon-runner-runs-125th-boston-marathon-to-support-familyaid-and-homeless-children-and-parents/) - Brenda Penland is training hard to run the Boston Marathon on October 11, but Brenda’s goal is even bigger than completing 26.2 miles — She is raising funds in support FamilyAid, a Boston-based nonprofit that empowers children and parents facing homelessness to secure and sustain housing and build strong foundations for their futures. This will
- [Harvard students serve FamilyAid children and parents for Global Day of Service](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/09/08/harvard-students-serve-familyaid-children-and-parents-for-global-day-of-service/) - Last week, nine first-year Harvard University students volunteered at FamilyAid as part of the university’s annual Global Day of Service. The students packaged 150 bags of food and personal care items for homeless families served by the agency. The food was distributed just in time for children and parents heading back to school. Thank you
- [FamilyAid entrusted to expand major partnerships](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/09/08/familyaid-entrusted-to-expand-major-partnerships/) - Photo by CBS Boston. FamilyAid’s proven success housing more than 1,700 children and parents during the pandemic has led to an expansion of emergency shelter and housing prevention programs with our leading partners, Boston Public Schools and Boston Children’s Hospital. Expansion of the two programs will allow more families to receive case management and housing
- [A look into Back-to-School season for homeless children](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/09/08/a-look-into-back-to-school-season-for-homeless-children/) - For Rayna and her sons, preparing for school is a lot easier this year. For many families these final weeks of summer are an annual rite of passage: Parents find themselves scrambling for pencils and backpacks, double-checking summer reading requirements, shopping for new sneakers, and clearing space for nightly homework. New supplies can help set
- [FamilyAid Discusses Barriers with Child Tax Credit](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/08/02/familyaid-discusses-barriers-with-child-tax-credit/) - FamilyAid Boston President, Larry Seamans, spoke to the Associated Press about the barriers homeless families face in obtaining the child tax credit. Read the full story.
- [Facing Down COVID Variants, FamilyAid Moms Step Up](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/07/27/facing-down-covid-variants-familyaid-moms-step-up/) - FamilyAid mothers are prioritizing the safety of those around them. While mask use, social distancing, rigorous cleaning and installment of safety, and other practices have kept infection rates among our clients and staff the lowest of any homeless services agency in the state, mothers in our care are stepping up to keep their families safe.
- [Ianiere Appointed as First FamilyAid Chief Advancement Officer](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/07/27/ianiere-appointed-as-first-familyaid-chief-advancement-officer/) - Boston, MA – July 12, 2021 — FamilyAid, a Boston-based agency providing comprehensive services for homeless children and parents living in poverty, recently appointed Alicia Ianiere as its first chief advancement officer. “Alicia is a tenacious, experienced leader who brings vision and creativity to her work,” says FamilyAid President Larry Seamans. “We welcome her passion
- [Special Summer Fun for FamilyAid’s Youngest Guests](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/07/27/special-summer-fun-for-familyaids-youngest-guests/) - Thanks to generous FamilyAid donors, children in our care are having some much-needed fun this summer. With most of the children living in our emergency shelters having arrived during the pandemic, they have been largely disconnected from their home neighborhoods, schools and after school activities. Almost all have come from overcrowded and stressful environments or
- [FamilyAid Nationally Recognized for Pandemic Response](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/06/29/familyaid-nationally-recognized-for-pandemic-response/) - Boston, MA - FamilyAid Boston was recently named the recipient of the 2021 Phyllis Yale Impact Award by Cradles to Crayons, a national organization focused on providing children in homeless or low-income situations with the essential items they need to thrive. Initially named in honor of Phyllis Yale, a catalyst to Cradles to Crayons’ growth
- [The Pandemic’s Not Over for the Poor and Hungry](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/06/28/supporting-families-during-summer-2021/) - For some of us, the pandemic may feel over, but for families living in poverty, the impact is unrelenting. Many young children rely on nutritious school-provided meals during the school year, but what happens when they can’t access these programs in the summer, during a pandemic? Single mother, Jennifer, was working each day while her
- [FamilyAid Nationally Recognized for Boston's "Miracle" Program](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/06/08/familyaid-nationally-recognized-for-bostons-miracle-program/) - FamilyAid Boston was featured in The Christian Science Monitor for our work in housing doubled up families living in overcrowded apartments. The story highlights two recently-housed FamilyAid families and dives into the lasting effects of overcrowded living while presenting hope for the future. Read the full story.
- [Symposium Sets the Table for New Food Security Initiative](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/05/24/symposium-sets-the-table-for-new-food-security-initiative/) - Boston, MA – More than 200 attendees logged on to FamilyAid’s May 11th virtual symposium to hear leading housing, health, and education experts discuss how to best solve childhood homelessness, see FamilyAid’s work in action, and hear from children and parents about their experiences, hopes and dreams. The event has since launched a challenge grant
- [FamilyAid Goes Platinum!](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/05/24/familyaid-boston-recieves-guidestar-platinum-seal-of-transparency/) - FamilyAid Boston recently received a “Platinum” rating from GuideStar, the highest level of recognition offered by the organization which is the world’s largest source of nonprofit information. The rating is a result of FamilyAid’s sector-best outcomes in assisting an increasing number of homeless children and families with housing and supports. GuideStar publishes extensive data on
- [Why Shelter Was One Mother's 'Greatest Gift'](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/04/22/why-shelter-was-one-mothers-greatest-gift/) - Genevieve, a single mother of three, was working hard to meet the needs of her young children. She, Travis, Tarek, and Savannah were living in cramped quarters with few extras, but Genevieve had food on the table, and their bills were paid. When Tarek was diagnosed with autism, she didn’t think much would change. She
- [Experts, Journalist to Address Child Homelessness at May 11 Virtual Event](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/04/27/experts-journalist-to-address-child-homelessness-at-may-11-virtual-event/) - REGISTER NOW April 28, 2020 Press Release Experts, Journalist to Address Child Homelessness at May 11 Virtual Event Boston, MA – Two leading authorities on education and children’s health - Boston Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Brenda Cassellius and noted Boston Children’s Hospital pediatrician Dr. Snehal Shah - will join Emmy Award-winning NBC 10 Boston journalist
- [The American Rescue Plan needs a long-term plan for homeless families](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/04/19/the-american-rescue-plan-needs-a-long-term-plan-for-homeless-families/) - The Biden administration’s $1.9 trillion American Rescue Plan has been quite accurately heralded as a bold step toward curbing the coronavirus pandemic’s economic and health impacts. It is also the most meaningful legislation in decades aimed at reducing childhood poverty by 50 percent. For 5 million of our nation’s poorest children though, the plan alone
- [FamilyAid Identified as Gordon Wayne Grant Recipient](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/04/20/familyaid-identified-as-gordon-wayne-grant-recipient/) - Boston College Student and Homelessness Advocate, Gordon Wayne, walked 500 miles to raise awareness and funding for homeless families via The National Alliance to End Homelessness. FamilyAid will receive a portion of the funding to help children and parents teetering on the edge of homelessness reach long-term housing stability. Read more. https://endhomelessness.org/recipients-identified-for-gordon-wayne-campaign-fund-grants/ via National Alliance
- [Why One Mother Chose the Vaccine](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/03/29/why-one-mother-chose-the-vaccine/) - As the pandemic continues to impede the financial, physical, and emotional wellbeing of many, new vaccines are being heralded as our best shot to return to normal. But for many parents experiencing homelessness, the decision to be vaccinated is not so simple. A long, well-known history of medical experimentation on low-income communities, social media misinformation,
- [Watch FAB on WCVB-TV with United Way with Response to COVID-19 in Our Communities](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/11/20/watch-fab-on-wcvb-tv-with-united-way-with-response-to-covid-19-in-our-communities/) - FAB would like to thank United Way of Massachusetts Bay and Merrimack Valley for their continuous efforts in assisting our community to #endfamilyhomelessness. In case you missed it, WCVB-TV featured the work of FamilyAid and other United Way partners in their critical response to COVID-19. Find us at the 11-minute mark, here.
- [FamilyAid Supported by Boston Plan to End Homelessness](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/03/04/familyaid-supported-by-boston-plan-to-end-homelessness/) - FamilyAid Boston receives support in ending family homelessness from The City of Boston funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Learn more. Photo via Boston Globe.
- [Housing the Homeless Hinges on Landlords](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/02/18/housing-the-homeless-hinges-on-landlords/) - A recent spate of federal, state and city housing vouchers can help stem the rising tide of family homelessness, but not without landlords and apartments. Since the pandemic started, FamilyAid has housed a record 1,700 homeless children and parents , largely through our partnership with the Boston Public Schools, the Boston Housing Authority and the
- [Housing Before the Storm: Briana’s Story](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/02/18/housing-before-the-storm-brianas-story/) - Almost a year since the pandemic’s start, FamilyAid Boston has housed more than 600 homeless children and parents, more than ever in a single year. While that’s a huge win for our families, it’s also an ominous reminder of dramatically increasing homelessness rates. The story of our client, Briana, repeats itself many times over, every
- [Walking to Support Homeless Children This Winter](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/02/09/walking-to-support-homeless-children-this-winter/) - FamilyAid Boston staff and community members share stories in the Winter Walk 2021 Online Celebration in support of homeless children and parents.Watch our videoFamilyAid Boston staff and community members share stories in the Winter Walk 2021 Online Celebration in support of homeless children and parents. Watch some clipsHere are some more movies taken by our
- [Being a Child, and Homeless, during COVID](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/02/05/familyaid-boston-president-featured-on-new-winter-walk-podcast/) - Learn how FAB meets the growing needs of homeless children and parents episode 2 of the The Winter Walk ‘Don’t Walk By’ podcast. Listen here.
- [FamilyAid Closes the Housing Gap, Works to End Housing Discrimination](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/01/29/familyaid-closes-the-housing-gap-works-to-end-housing-discrimination/) - FamilyAid client Jiannina recounts her story, and FamilyAid president Larry Seamans shares the agency’s work to close the housing gap and end housing discrimination on The State of Race: The Housing Gap. WATCH HERE.
- [A Pandemic-Fueled Fight for Families’ Futures](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/01/27/a-pandemic-fueled-fight-for-families-futures/) - As medical professionals continue to battle the ever-mutating effects of the coronavirus, FamilyAid’s professional social workers continue to work 24/7 to stave off its deepening economic, educational, and emotional impacts. With the help of a growing number of supporters, FamilyAid is wrapping around a growing number of struggling children and parents –2,650 and counting- in
- [From Homeless to Business Entrepreneur](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/01/27/from-homeless-to-business-entrepreneur/) - In 2011, Denisse Tejada was homeless and needed help from FamilyAid Boston. Today, she is a successful business leader helping others in her community to get healthy. Between client visits, FamilyAid Boston Case Manager Mistral Olaverria recently stopped for a smoothie at On The Edge Nutrition, a South Boston health food store. She was greeted
- [Remote Winter Walk Snowballs Aid to Homeless Children and Parents](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/01/26/remote-winter-walk-snowballs-aid-to-homeless-children-and-parents/) - Winter Walk, Boston’s signature annual event that raises awareness and funds for those who are confronting homeless, recently announced that FamilyAid Boston is one of 10 organizations who will receive proceeds from event to further prevention, support, and care for those who are homeless. Traditionally held downtown, 2021 Winter Walk patrons are invited take the
- [Landlords Needed!](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/01/17/bha-housing-vouchers-helping-homeless-families/) - Boston 25 News is helping to get the word out: 350 hard-working families have vouchers for housing and need apartments. If you are a landlord seeking guaranteed rental income, please contact us at 857-239-5465 or email landlords@familyaidboston.org. Read the full story here.
- [Partnership Moves 1,700 Children Closer to Housing Security](https://familyaidboston.org/2021/01/16/city-houses1700-children-experiencing-housing-instability-through-boston-housing-authority-vouchers/) - FamilyAid’s innovative partnership with the Boston Public Schools and Boston Housing Authority has moved 1,700 children closer to housing security with affordable housing vouchers. 350 families still need apartments. If you are a landlord seeking guaranteed rental income, please contact us at 857-239-5465 or email landlords@familyaidboston.org. Read the full story, here.
- [Lora's Success Story](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/12/16/loras-success-story/) - Lora, a single mother of four, was working hard to provide a safe and stable home for her children. Until last fall, she managed to do so, paying rent to her landlord, living close to her mother to help with the kids, and remaining healthy. When her youngest son with special needs became ill to
- [New Crisis Program Catches Families Before They Fall](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/12/16/new-crisis-program-catches-families-before-they-fall/) - Lilly was one of the lucky ones. Turned away from state shelters, she and her 10-year-old son Jacob accessed our new private crisis program for temporary housing and support to quickly reset and get their lives back. Pre-pandemic, Lilly was working two jobs, paying rent on an apartment, and doing all right financially. In March,
- [FAB Donors Create 1,200 Children’s Smiles](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/12/16/fab-donors-create-1200-childrens-smiles/) - Thanks to three generous donors, 1,200 children are getting the gift of their dreams this holiday season. World-renowned professional poker player Bernard Lee and The Family-to-Family Project founders Paul and Katie Buttenwieser are bringing joy to children in our care. Many holiday celebrations and toy drives throughout the city have been cancelled due to COVID,
- [FAB Proudly Endorses City of Boston's New Special Commission to End Family Homelessness.](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/12/14/fab-proudly-endorses-city-of-bostons-new-special-commission-to-end-family-homelessness/) - Watch Crystal Haynes' Boston 25 News interview with former FAB client Carlos on the importance of housing and support for homeless children and parents.
- [FamilyAid Partners with Cradles to Cradles to Serve Homeless Families](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/12/03/familyaid-partners-with-cradles-to-cradles-to-serve-homeless-families/) - Cradles to Crayons Boston continues to provide FamilyAid with diapers, toiletries, and other essentials to help the children and parents in our care feel safe and remain healthy during the pandemic. Watch here.
- [FamilyAid Staff Delivers 800 Meals for Thanksgiving](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/11/30/familyaid-staff-delivers-800-meals-for-thanksgiving/) - FamilyAid Boston now delivers 5 tons of food and supplies to 1,600 children and parents each week through our emergency COVID-19 relief program. On top of that, FAB was also able to deliver 800 Thanksgiving meals to homeless children and parents in Boston with funding from generous donors. Watch here.
- [A Mother’s Gratitude](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/11/24/a-mothers-gratitude/) - FamilyAid Boston client Lacy recently wrote a note of thanks for our staff’s efforts to secure a Section 8 voucher for her and her son, for the financial assistance that enabled them to move, and for the comfort and hope that FAB has given her throughout: To whom it may concern, As I opened the
- [Partnerships Bring 112 Families Home for the Holidays](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/11/24/partnerships-bring-112-families-home-for-the-holidays/) - FamilyAid Boston has housed a record number of homeless children and parents - more than 350 - since the pandemic. These results were largely driven by several new FAB partnerships and initiatives that have rallied to organize, streamline and implement more than 1,000 federal housing subsidies that Boston Mayor Marty Walsh earmarked in April for
- [FAB Speaks to GBH News About FamilyAid's Efforts in COVID-19](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/11/17/fab-speaks-to-gbh-news-about-familyaids-efforts-in-covid-19/) - GBH News 'In It Together' Host, Arun Roth, speaks to President Larry Seamans in regards to FamilyAid Boston's efforts to stave off the pandemic's worst economic impacts on Boston's working families. Listen to the interview here.
- [Sara’s Success - Surviving COVID's Economic Fallout](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/10/27/saras-success-surviving-covids-economic-fallout/) - Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, FamilyAid Boston has experienced a surge of families needing help, many of whom never thought they could end up homeless. Sara and her two children, Angie, age 12 and Zoe, age 14 were one of those families. Sara is a single mother who works full-time at a social service nonprofit that helps connect school-aged children to community resources. Sara and her daughters live in a two-bedroom apartment close to Angie and Zoe’s school and a local community center.
- [Solving Families’ COVID Financial, Housing Crises](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/10/27/solving-families-covid-financial-housing-crises/) - The coronavirus pandemic’s hardships have tested all of us, and most especially the unstably housed and homeless children and parents served by FamilyAid Boston. While the harsh reality for families who lost jobs and the safety net of school and daycare is disheartening, agency staff have been inspired and driven by donors’ generosity and compassion to lift families up in this great time of need. Private support has helped the agency to respond to this crisis with immediate emergency aid, while still providing critical shelter, housing placements and homelessness prevention. Families’ need for housing and services has grown tremendously since March, and FAB scaled its programs and partnerships to meet the demand. In the last year, FAB served more than 2,600 children and parents—a 63% increase over the previous year – as a result of the pandemic’s impact. Here are some the incredible outcomes private donor and foundation support has made possible.
- [FAB Hero Fights Cancer, Family Homelessness](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/10/27/fab-hero-fights-cancer-family-homelessness/) - In his own words long-time supporter and FAB Hero, Boston Marathoner Jim Partridge shares his fight against cancer, while running to end family homelessness.
- [FAB Testifies Before Boston City Council on Pervasive Housing Discrimination Against Homeless Families](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/10/14/fab-testifies-before-boston-city-council-on-pervasive-housing-discrimination-against-homeless-families/) - FAMILYAID BOSTON CITY COUNCIL TESTIMONY Section 8, Racial and Familial Housing Discrimination October 13, 2020 Larry Seamans, President, FamilyAid Boston Thank you, Madame Chair, and members of the City Council and sponsors, for the time to speak to the persistent housing discrimination faced by some of our cities’ most vulnerable residents For more than 100
- [FamilyAid Boston Informs/Supports Bold Pressley Mahoney Legislation to Address Growing Childhood Trauma Crisis](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/10/08/pressley-and-maloney-to-introduce-bold-legislation-to-address-growing-childhood-trauma-crisis/) - October 8, 2020 Press Release Pair of Bills Build Upon Oversight Committee’s Historic Hearings on Childhood Trauma and Trump Administration’s Attacks on Children STRONG Support for Children Act: Bill Text | One-Pager | Section-by-Section Children’s Protection Act: Bill Text | One-Pager | Section-by-Section WASHINGTON – Today, Congresswomen Ayanna Pressley (MA-07) and Carolyn B. Maloney (NY-12), the Chairwoman of the Committee on Oversight and Reform, announced their plan to introduce a
- [FamilyAid Boston Speaks at Family Homelessness Hearing](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/09/23/familyaid-boston-speaks-at-family-homelessness-hearing/) - FamilyAid Boston is thankful for Councilor Essaibi-George's work on a creating a family homelessness commission to address this growing crisis. FamilyAid President, Larry Seamans, spoke in the hearing for the new commission. Read the full story here.
- [Kelly's Story: A Place to Call Home](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/08/27/kellys-story-a-place-to-call-home/) - Kelly, a young single mom, came to FamilyAid Boston after being evicted from her apartment. Kelly couldn’t keep up with the cost of rent and daycare for her daughter, but without daycare Kelly couldn’t go to work. After falling behind on rent, her landlord told her she had to leave. Unsure of what to do,
- [Program Updates - Summer 2020](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/07/28/program-updates-summer-2020/) - Over the past four months, FamilyAid Boston has shared a great deal about its COVID-19 humanitarian relief efforts, telling you about critical distributions of food and essential supplies to 1,600 children and their parents in dire need. In the midst of this emergency work and while our staff has been working remotely, we also have
- [Finding Home During a Pandemic](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/06/23/finding-home-during-a-pandemic/) - In the early summer of 2019, Charity started feeling unwell. At first, she thought she was just exhausted from working two jobs and having a newborn, but soon she started experiencing dizzy spells. After a month of these symptoms, Charity went to a community clinic that referred her to a specialist. Charity was quickly
- [On the Frontlines of the COVID-19 Economic Crisis](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/06/22/on-the-frontlines-of-the-covid-19-economic-crisis/) - The COVID-19 pandemic has created huge medical, financial, and emotional burdens for families across the nation. From furloughs to business and school closures, we’ve seen sky rocketing unemployment claims leaving many parents wondering how they will pay their bills and care for their children. While the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has left no
- [AllTogetherNow! - FamilyAid Boston Music Project](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/05/19/alltogethernow-familyaid-boston-music-project/) - As Bob Dylan sang, "the times they are a-changin'". With everything going on in the world right now FamilyAid Boston would like to extend a gift from us to you, designed to bring the joy of music and community into your home no matter how socially distant we must be. Across music platforms, genres, and decades
- [A Day of Humanitarian Aid](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/04/09/a-day-of-humanitarian-aid/) - Just three weeks ago, I joined my FamilyAid Boston colleagues as we set out on the first round of deliveries giving food and supplies to families who are at home and in shelters without work or school because of the coronavirus. FamilyAid Boston doesn’t normally provide these items or coordinate deliveries, so all of my
- [FamilyAid on NBC Boston](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/04/02/nbcboston-covid19/) - FamilyAid Boston President, Larry Seamans, went on NBC Boston to discuss the financial impact COVID-19 is having on low-income and homeless families in the Greater Boston area.
- [The COVID-19 Pandemic Has Worsened Boston’s Homeless Children Epidemic](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/03/14/the-covid-19-pandemic-has-worsened-bostons-homeless-children-epidemic/) - While social distancing is the best way to overcome the unprecedented COVID-19 pandemic, it is compounding the crisis faced by more than 20,000 children and parents in Boston teetering on the edge of homelessness or living in shelters, cars, and emergency rooms. Sadly, the impact of short-term safety measures put in place to keep Boston
- [Reversing Boston’s Child and Family Homelessness Crisis](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/02/26/reversing-bostons-child-and-family-homelessness-crisis/) - FAB President Larry Seamans on this year’s alarming Federal Homeless Census Each year, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development releases a nationwide, state-by-state, city-by-city assessment of homelessness. This year’s recently released report reflects what FamilyAid Boston staff have tackled over the past few years – Massachusetts and Boston are facing a family homelessness
- [Coming Full Circle: A Case Worker Finds Her Home](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/02/26/coming-full-circle-a-case-worker-finds-her-home/) - Everything was going right in Jazmin’s life. She had graduated from Pine Manor College with a degree in Social and Political Systems and she was in a steady and supportive relationship. Shortly after graduating college, Jazmin became pregnant with her daughter Amaya. Together, they were a happy family of three, but then Amaya’s father started
- [FamilyAid Boston Launches Innovative Homelessness Prevention Program with Boston Public Schools](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/01/30/familyaid-boston-launches-innovative-homelessness-prevention-program-with-boston-public-schools/) - On any given night in Boston, there are 5,000 children experiencing homelessness; living in cars, shelters or doubled up with other families in extremely overcrowded apartments. And according to Boston Public Schools, there are another 900 children who could become homeless at any moment. Last year, with Boston experiencing record increases in the number of
- [Finding Home after Tragedy](https://familyaidboston.org/2020/01/30/finding-home-after-tragedy/) - In November of this year, everything was going right for Tanya’s family. She had a secure job that she loved, working with patients in hospice care, her youngest daughter Jeanie (12) was doing well in school, her oldest daughter Macy (21) was enrolled in college for nursing, and her son Xavier (19) was preparing to
- [Tackling Childhood Homelessness](https://familyaidboston.org/2019/12/06/tackling-childhood-homelessness/) - New England Patriots’ Ja’Whaun Bentley Chooses FamilyAid Boston for My Cause My Cleats Ja’Whaun Bentley of the New England Patriots has chosen FamilyAid Boston as his charity of choice for the National Football League’s 2019 My Cause My Cleats initiative. As part of the collaboration between the NFL and its players, players represent hundreds of
- [FamilyAid Boston Receives $5 Million Bezos Day 1 Families Fund Grant  to Help Solve Homelessness](https://familyaidboston.org/2019/12/06/familyaid-boston-receives-5-million-bezos-day-1-families-fund-grant-to-help-solve-homelessness/) - Day 1 Families Fund grants $98.5 million to 32 nonprofits assisting families experiencing homelessness FamilyAid Boston, a leading services provider to families who are homeless, today announced that it has been selected to receive a $5 million grant from the Day 1 Families Fund. “We are incredibly excited and honored to be acknowledged by the
- [FamilyAid Boston Receives Cummings Foundation $100k for 100](https://familyaidboston.org/2019/12/05/familyaid-boston-receives-cummings-foundation-100k-for-100/) - FamilyAid Boston is one of 100 local nonprofits to receive grants of $100,000 each through Cummings Foundation’s “$100k for 100” program. The Boston based organization was chosen from a total of 574 applicants during a competitive review process. FamilyAid Boston provides comprehensive prevention, shelter, housing and wraparound services to more than 1,600 children and parents
- [Cristina's Story: Regaining Stability and Hope](https://familyaidboston.org/2019/12/05/cristinas-story-regaining-stability-and-hope/) - Cristina is a single mother of two. She was forced to leave her apartment when she could no longer afford the rising rent. The family had to move to a motel. Cristina recalls the difficult 6 months that she lived in a single motel room with her children: "There was no kitchen and I had
- [Marie's Story: Finding Home Again](https://familyaidboston.org/2019/12/05/maries-story-finding-home-again/) - Marie, a single mother of two, was working two jobs to provide a safe and stable home for her children. With the hope of advancing in her career, she decided to return to school part time. However, as she made steps to improve her family’s future, her safety-net began to crumble. The school she was
- [Sylvia’s Story: It’s Amazing What I Have Accomplished](https://familyaidboston.org/2019/12/05/sylvias-story-its-amazing-what-i-have-accomplished/) - Now that I finally have some time to reflect, I can see that it’s pretty amazing what I have accomplished. Through this whole year of being homeless, moving from place to place, and staying in shelter, I achieved my goals. I finished my degree, got a good job, and found a home for me and
- [Tiana’s Story: I Was an Adult Before My Time](https://familyaidboston.org/2019/12/05/tianas-story-i-was-an-adult-before-my-time/) - I know something about what it means to help — I’ve been helping other people for most of my life. My mother was a strong woman, working full-time while raising four kids. She also suffered from a long, debilitating illness. Part of the reason I left school and opted to get my GED at 15
- [Daira’s Story: I Felt so Loved and Supported](https://familyaidboston.org/2019/12/04/dairas-story/) - Daira moved from New York to Boston in 2012 and moved in with her uncle. Unfortunately, her uncle had a stroke and needed to move back to New York for his care. After he had moved out of their apartment, Daira found out that he hadn’t paid rent for 3 months and she had to
- [FamilyAid Boston merges with the Family-to-Family Project](https://familyaidboston.org/2019/12/01/familyaid-boston-merges-with-the-family-to-family-project/) - BOSTON –FamilyAid Boston and the Family-to-Family Project are joining forces to strategically address the need for deeper homelessness prevention resources for parents and children currently at risk of losing their housing. The two organizations completed a formal merger on July 1, 2017. Massachusetts has seen one of the largest increases in family homelessness in the
- [FamilyAid Boston: About Us](https://familyaidboston.org/2019/11/03/familyaid-boston-about-us/) - FamilyAid Boston empowers parents and caregivers facing homelessness to secure and sustain housing and build strong foundations for their children’s futures. Vision: To end child and family homelessness. Watch our story here.
- [FamilyAid Boston Names Larry Seamans as Next President](https://familyaidboston.org/2019/08/02/familyaid-boston-names-larry-seamans-as-next-president/) - The Board of Directors of FamilyAid Boston, the leading provider of solutions to family homelessness in Greater Boston, has named Larry Seamans as the organization’s new President. Seamans will officially join FamilyAid Boston on July 16, replacing Richard E. Ring, who is retiring after a nearly 50 year career in homeless services. Seamans has served
- [Q&A with Larry Seamans](https://familyaidboston.org/2019/07/05/qa-with-larry-seamans/) - Our new President, Larry Seamans, spends his days working to help parents and children secure and sustain housing. We wanted to help you get to know him outside of his new role, so we asked him to answer some questions about his interests, inspirations, and experiences. What's the best piece of advice you've ever received?
- [President Richard Ring Announces Plan to Retire](https://familyaidboston.org/2019/04/05/president-richard-ring-announces-plan-to-retire/) - Richard E. Ring, President of FamilyAid Boston and a lifelong advocate for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness, will retire in June after a career spanning nearly five decades. Ring has led FamilyAid Boston through a period of remarkable growth during a challenging time. As the City’s population of homeless families grew due to
- [Eldest Son Accepted to Columbia Despite Facing Family Homelessness](https://familyaidboston.org/2018/02/05/eldest-son-accepted-to-columbia-despite-facing-family-homelessness/) - The Romero's came to FamilyAid Boston after losing their home in the 2008 economy crash. Today, they are happy, healthy and achieving new goals every day. Watch here.

## Pages

- [Home](https://familyaidboston.org/) - The #1 indicator that a person will become homeless as an adult is experiencing trauma and poverty as a child. Homelessness is one of the most significant traumas any child can face. FamilyAid works side by side with parents to ensure they and their children have the tools, resources and hope they need to achieve
- [About Us](https://familyaidboston.org/about-us/) - OUR MISSION AND VISION Mission: FamilyAid empowers parents and caregivers facing homelessness to secure and sustain housing and build strong foundations for their children’s futures. Vision: To prevent family homelessness whenever possible–or reduce its harm if it can’t be avoided–through education and supports for children and parents that foster their long-term stability. HELP US NOW
- [Internships](https://familyaidboston.org/internships/) - Internships View All Internship Positions Internship Opportunities FamilyAid is the leading provider of solutions to family homelessness in Massachusetts, empowering parents and caregivers facing homelessness to secure and sustain housing and build strong foundations for their children’s futures. The Boston Globe has ranked us as one of Massachusetts’ Top Places to Work for three consecutive years.
- [Boston Marathon®](https://familyaidboston.org/boston-marathon/) - FamilyAid is a proud partner of the Bank of America Boston Marathon Official Charity Program. We are looking for runners who want to make a difference to join our team! Each runner commits to raising a minimum of $10,000–funds that are critical to helping homeless children and parents secure housing and build a better future.
- [Our Work](https://familyaidboston.org/our-work/) - POVERTY AND HOUSING INSTABILITY ARE DEVASTATING In the City of Boston, as many as 5,000 children wake up each day unsure of where they will spend the next night. Instead of concentrating on school, friends, sports and clubs, homeless children worry about where they will sleep. The negative impacts on their health and education last
- [Careers](https://familyaidboston.org/careers/) - Learn what we do, who we are and how you can join us in our mission to end family homelessness. Career opportunities, internship programs and volunteering.
- [Winter Walk](https://familyaidboston.org/winter-walk-2026/) - Winter Walk 2026 — Thank You! We appreciate everyone who supported FamilyAid in this year’s Winter Walk, whether in Boston, from home or through generous donations. Thank you for taking critical steps to end family homelessness! Stay tuned for details on next year’s Walk. We’ll update this page with event and registration details as they
- [Publications](https://familyaidboston.org/about-us/publications/) - PUBLICATIONSTransparency and trust are important to us, and we know they're important to you, too. Below you can find our most recent audited financial statements and impact reports.IMPACT REPORTS 2025 IMPACT REPORT 2024 IMPACT REPORT FINANCIALS 2025 FORM 990 2025 AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENT 2024 FORM 990 2024 AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENT 2023 FORM 990 2023 AUDITED
- [Homelessness Prevention](https://familyaidboston.org/our-work/homelessness-prevention-2/) - HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION70 children and parents are evicted from their homes on any given day in Boston. Children and their parents are being forced into homelessness because of the high cost of living, medical emergencies and lost work hours or jobs. At FamilyAid, we believe the best way to end homelessness is to prevent it from
- [Get Involved](https://familyaidboston.org/get-involved/) - Ways to Give Homeless children and families depend on people like you who believe that every child deserves a safe, stable home. Give now and join us in creating a future where every child in Greater Boston has a safe place to lay their head at night. DONATE NOWThere are a number of ways you
- [Boston Marathon® Application](https://familyaidboston.org/boston-marathon-application/) - FamilyAid | Boston Marathon® 2026 Application Thank you for your interest in running the Boston Marathon® on behalf of FamilyAid. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. We will notify applicants of their status upon review and will continue to review applications until our team is full. If selected for the FamilyAid Boston Marathon
- [Privacy Policy](https://familyaidboston.org/privacy-policy/) - Privacy Policy FamilyAid values your privacy, and we are committed to protecting it. This privacy notice discloses the privacy practices for FamilyAid and our website, familyaidboston.org. This privacy notice applies solely to information collected by this website. FamilyAid collects two kinds of information through our website: general usage data and individually identifiable information. General Use
- [Step In For the Kids](https://familyaidboston.org/step-in/) - The safety net is unraveling for families experiencing poverty, housing instability and homelessness, meaning fewer meals for children, fewer safe places to sleep and fewer options for parents in crisis. In fact, FamilyAid has seen a 53% increase in homeless prevention referrals this year over last year. Despite these challenges, we are determined to continue
- [Advocate](https://familyaidboston.org/advocate/) - Advocate!Help Families Exit Shelter Quickly To help an increasing number of families boarding in hospital ERs obtain shelter and a housing pathway, please contact your state legislator in support of current legislation to expand shelter and request the expansion of the state’s rental voucher program for homeless families. FIND YOUR LEGISLATORSuggested Script My name is
- [Resources](https://familyaidboston.org/about-us/resources/) - RESOURCESIf you are in need of shelter or housing please contact the Executive Office of Housing and Livable Communities (EOHLC) at (617) 573-1100. FamilyAid works in partnership with EOHLC. If you are in the City of Boston, you can also call the Mayor’s Hotline for assistance. Simply dial 311 to be connected.FURTHER RESOURCES ROSIE’S PLACE
- [The Family-To-Family Project](https://familyaidboston.org/our-work/the-family-to-family-project/) - THE FAMILY-TO-FAMILY PROJECT65% of children admitted to the Emergency Room don’t have a medical problem - their diagnosis is homelessness. Established by a group of compassionate donors, the Family-to-Family Project is a network of families that extend a helping hand to families teetering on the edge of homelessness. For many families, a one-time grant of
- [Homelessness Diversion](https://familyaidboston.org/our-work/homelessness-diversion/) - HOMELESSNESS DIVERSIONDozens of children and parents are turned away from Boston shelters every day. Homeless children and parents are often denied state-funded shelter because there is literally no room available. As a result, families often resort to boarding in emergency rooms, their cars or other places unfit for human habitation. Since 2020, with support from
- [Temporary Housing](https://familyaidboston.org/our-work/temporary-housing/) - TEMPORARY HOUSINGThere are almost 9,000 homeless children and parents in Boston on any given night. The children and parents that walk through our doors are faced with one of the scariest situations any family can imagine: they no longer have a place to call home. With more than 135 units of temporary housing, we provide
- [Whole Family Services](https://familyaidboston.org/our-work/whole-family-services/) - WHOLE FAMILY SERVICESThe answer to solving homelessness is not just housing alone. Recent studies have revealed that when a child experiences homelessness it negatively impacts their development, health and education for years to come. The earlier and longer that a child experiences homelessness, the greater the impact. At FamilyAid, we take a whole-family, 2Generation approach
- [Stable Housing Supports](https://familyaidboston.org/our-work/stable-housing-supports/) - STABLE HOUSING SUPPORTSFamilyAid has one of the highest housing retention rates in the country: 99% of our families remain stably housed in a permanent home one year after leaving our temporary housing. Our services don’t stop when a family leaves our temporary units. In fact, the first year back in permanent housing is the most
- [Education and Training](https://familyaidboston.org/our-work/education-and-training/) - EDUCATION AND TRAININGEmpowering people through education and training. Skill-based education and training are at the core of FamilyAid’s 100-year history of helping impoverished families get back up on their feet. For our children and parents, we utilize the Ascend Network 2-Generation framework to provide one-on-one and group parenting training, housing and tenancy skill-building, financial literacy
- [Donor Advised Funds](https://familyaidboston.org/donor-advised-funds/) - DONOR ADVISED FUNDS A Donor Advised Fund (DAF) is a charitable account with a sponsoring organization that allows you to combine favorable tax benefits with the flexibility to support your favorite causes. After establishing a DAF, the donor may recommend grants to qualified public charities. They may also advise the sponsoring organization on the investment
- [Donate Items](https://familyaidboston.org/donate-items/) - DONATE ITEMS The children and parents we work with are best served through programs catered to their individual needs. Often, clothing, toiletries or other items are requested. You can help Boston families directly by donating items to the following partner organizations: For Children Cradles to Crayons Boston Current needs: -Clothing (newborn – adult medium) -Outerwear

## Timeline Stories

- [](https://familyaidboston.org/cool_timeline/1990/) - Travelers' Aid established the Renters Assistance Program (RAP) to assist people at risk of losing their housing.
- [](https://familyaidboston.org/cool_timeline/1985/) - Priscilla Stevenson Hunt, a longtime board member–and Board Chair in the 1980s and 1990s–helped birth the modern-day FamilyAid. She expanded its programs through increased philanthropic support during her time as Board Chair.
- [](https://familyaidboston.org/cool_timeline/1980-2/) - During the 1980s, support services at Logan International increased to accommodate a rise in air travel. Travelers' Aid also worked to develop several homeless shelters in response to the lack of services for a growing population of unhoused people, including the first shelter for Spanish-speaking families. After-hours services at the Greyhound Bus Terminal increased to
- [](https://familyaidboston.org/cool_timeline/1980/) - The first Black faculty member to be tenured within the School of Social Work at Boston University, Josephine Lambert served on the Travelers Aid Board of Directors from 1972 to 1980 and greatly supported the expansion of its professional social work programs.
- [](https://familyaidboston.org/cool_timeline/1970/) - Throughout the 70s, the Travelers' Aid Society of Boston helped establish programs and agencies to support the expanding population of runaway children in the US, refugees fleeing the Vietnam War and migrants from Puerto Rico. The agency also negotiated a contract with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to provide relocation assistance to those eligible for welfare.
- [](https://familyaidboston.org/cool_timeline/1960/) - During the 1960s, Travelers' Aid Society of Boston assisted over 1,000 Polish refugees and Portuguese refugees displaced by volcanic eruptions. We also worked with other Travelers' Aid Societies for the abolishment of residence requirements.
- [](https://familyaidboston.org/cool_timeline/1955/) - Howard Thurman, whose beliefs and influence changed the course of the civil rights movement in the United States and who served as a resource for Martin Luther King, Jr. and Mahatma Gandhi, served on the Travelers Aid of Boston Board of Directors from 1955 to 1964. During that time, he supported the expansion of its
- [](https://familyaidboston.org/cool_timeline/1950s/) - Travelers' Aid Society helped individuals who were brought to New England from the southern United States on the promise of jobs and good wages, but who were left stranded upon arrival. Over time, Travelers Aid played a major role in breaking up the scheme.
- [](https://familyaidboston.org/cool_timeline/1920/) - Travelers' Aid Society of Boston formally incorporated and expanded to provide service seven days a week at the docks and South Station.
- [](https://familyaidboston.org/cool_timeline/1930/) - Throughout the 1930s, Travelers' Aid helped those displaced by the Great Depression, largely migrant workers moving to New England from Florida.
- [](https://familyaidboston.org/cool_timeline/1916/) - Travelers' Aid Society of Boston was founded.
- [](https://familyaidboston.org/cool_timeline/story-2-2-2/) - Travelers' Aid units were set up during the war years, and in post-war years Traveler’s Aid helped returning servicemen and displaced persons such as European refugees and British evacuee children coming to Boston.

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