FAMILIES MOVING FORWARD (FMF)
JUSTICE, PEACE, AND INTEGRITY OF CREATION (JPIC)
Families Moving Forward (FMF) is the primary agency in Durham focused on addressing the needs of families with children who are experiencing homelessness. Families Moving Forward has served almost 350 families since its formation in 2016 with the merger of Durham Interfaith Hospitality Network (DIHN) with Genesis Home. Immaculate Conception Catholic Church's JPIC has been partnering with Families Moving Forward, and DIHN before that, for 25 years. It is a critical ministry allowing parishioners to provide compassionate service and hospitality, as they witness to the human dignity of all in our community.
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Families Moving Forward is a leader in Durham and throughout North Carolina in addressing the impact of homelessness on children. Its two-generation approach recognizes both individual needs as well as the needs of the family, combining interventions for parents and children to interrupt the cycle of poverty and homelessness.
All donations and volunteer support help Families Moving Forward provide life-changing interventions, skills, and opportunities for families in its emergency shelter, rapid rehousing, and aftercare programs. |
For more information on Families Moving Forward (FMF) or any of the programs/events listed below, please contact Patricia Basta, JPIC Families Moving Forward Parishioner Leader
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FAMILIES MOVING FORWARD SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
MONTHLY DINNER SERVICE
(4x per year)
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5-6:30 pm, 300 North Queen Street, Durham
Immaculate Conception will be hosting again on Wednesday, May 07th. |
Please contact Patricia Basta, JPIC Families Moving Forward Parishioner Leader, if you can help with this service.
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Help prepare, serve, and/or cleanup for approximately five families (18-20 guests). In addition to dinner, we also supply silverware, disinfecting spray, paper towels, and toilet paper. Dinner should be ready to be served between 5-5:15 pm. Cleanup concludes usually by 6:30 pm.
Our JPIC and Families Moving Forward would like to thank all our previous parishioners who have helped host these dinner services. We are truly thankful for your generosity and service!
2025 ROCK THE BLOCK ANNUAL DAY OF SERVICE
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Calling all painters and gardeners! Come out and support Families Moving Forward at their 4th Annual Rock the Block Day of Service on Saturday, April 12th!
Rock the Block is Families Moving Forward's Annual Day of Service! We come together as a community to help our families and share in a day of celebration and collaboration as we help renovate and beautify the property for families who call this place home... temporarily. All skill levels are welcome! Projects this day will include painting, sprucing up, mulching the playground, and other landscaping maintenance. Contact: Anna Krecklow, FMF Volunteer Engagement Coordinator, [email protected], (919) 683-5878 Ext. 31.
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2025 CHEFS FOR CHANGE
Two incredible events for one great cause!
Chefs for Change is a fundraising dinner series that pairs the burgeoning Durham food scene with the needs of families experiencing homelessness. This is more than a dinner – this is a fine dining experience with a purpose.
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Families Moving Forward invites you to join them on May 22, 2025, 6 pm, at the Lincoln on Geer for Cirque du Support! A carnival-inspired mixer, Cirque will feature four local chefs (including Seth Gross of Bull City Burger and Brewery) crafting delicious small plates, fun games & activities to learn about FMF and the families we serve, and a silent auction full of small and great wonders you will not find anywhere else! Tickets are on sale now!
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Also, save the date for our Annual Gala and Live Auction on November 6, 2025, 6 pm, at The Cookery. Families Moving Forward will be serving up a one-of-a-kind sit-down dinner, with each course prepared by a different acclaimed local chef! They will also be hosting a live auction with unique experiences on the block.
PREVIOUS FAMILIES MOVING FORWARD (FMF) EVENTS
"BARREL OF JOY" BASKET
At various times of need, our parish hosts the Families Moving Forward "Barrel of Joy" basket in our church gathering space. Our parish received this letter below, c/o our JPIC FMF parishioner leader, thanking our parishioners who contributed to the “Barrel of Joy” and for their continued generosity in support of their families in need.
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HOUSEWARE SHARE EVENT
Ready for spring cleaning?
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Families Moving Forward (FMF) renewed their annual “Houseware Share” event. The event took place at the United Methodist Church (1209 N. Elizabeth Street, Durham).
Members of the community donated new or gently used household items and furniture for families in their “Branching Out” aftercare program. After FMF families selected what they needed, there was a yard sale open to the public (12-2 pm) with all proceeds benefitting Families Moving Forward. |
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DONATION OPPORTUNITIESItems accepted: Donations of household items such as art/decor, dishes, bedding, small furnishings, etc.
Items NOT accepted: Clothing, food, large furniture (any large furniture can be arranged for delivery at a later date). |
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIESFMF will have various volunteering opportunities during the event. Teens (14+ years old) are also invited to volunteer. Set up will be 8-10 am and cleanup will be 2-4 pm.
Volunteer slots include providing transportation for families to and from the event. Drivers must be 18+ years or older and preference for those with a truck or SUV. Volunteers can also help with set up and/or clean-up for the event. |
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If you have questions regarding our various JPIC ministries, please contact:
Kennith M. Chiha, Director of Justice, Peace, and Integrity of Creation (JPIC)
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church - 901-A West Chapel Hill Street, Durham, NC 27701
(919) 682-3449 Ext. 293 - [email protected]
If you have questions regarding our various JPIC ministries, please contact:
Kennith M. Chiha, Director of Justice, Peace, and Integrity of Creation (JPIC)
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church - 901-A West Chapel Hill Street, Durham, NC 27701
(919) 682-3449 Ext. 293 - [email protected]