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“It is good to have an end to journey toward, but it is the journey that matters in the end.”
—Ursula K. LeGuin
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FAMILIES forward
Families Forward is a 501 (c) (3) corporation created by Housing Works. The nonprofit’s mission is to facilitate the transition to self-sufficiency for Housing Works’ residents and program participants. It is a means to obtain the resources and collaborative partnerships needed to:
* Support the programs, services and activities needed to increase the opportunities for individuals and families to achieve economic independence and to fulfill their dreams of homeownership;
* Afford the children of our property residents and program participants the access to social, cultural, and educational enrichment opportunities; and
* Encourage family unity, stability, and sharing.
Families Forward supports:
The Gateway Center
Gateway Center is a door way through which an individual can gain access resources and services aimed at enhancing their ability to secure and succeed in better employment opportunities; and to open the doorway to new skills and lifestyles. The Center is open to all the people in Central Oregon who are receiving assistance through Housing Works' programs and affordable housing communities and to the clients of community partners.
Gateway Center is located at 2445 SW Canal Blvd in Redmond, Oregon. For hours or for more information on Gateway Center, contact our Resident Services Manager at 541-923-1018.
Opportunities for Kids (OK) Scholarships
The OK Scholarship Fund is used for lower income children in Housing Works' programs and affordable housing communities to participate in social, educational and enrichment activities and programs offered through community organizations such as the Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Oregon, the Parks & Recreation districts, and Campfire USA.
The goal of the scholarship fund is to provide the resources to assist parents in providing year round safe, quality learning and enrichment opportunities to their children during the hours directly after school and when school is not in session. The ability to participate in the programs offered by organizations throughout the Central Oregon communities will allow Housing Works' children to meet a diverse group of youngsters of similar ages and have access to educational, cultural and recreational events and other field trips, expanding their experiences.
If you would like more information on Families Forward and its programs, please contact us at 923-1018. If you wish to make a tax deductible donation to support a Families Forward program, your contribution can be mailed to: Families Forward, 405 SW 6th Street, Redmond, OR 97756.
Thank you for support!
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