Family Promise Of Philadelphia

Children and youth - direct aid, trauma-informed counseling, parenting education, family and art therapy, after-school, summer camp, recreation and learning opportunities, and material support. In 2024, fpp served 448 low-income householdsmost earning less than 50% of the federal poverty linein more than two dozen philadelphia zip codes, primarily in northwest and northeast neighborhoods.

Homeless prevention/relocation - housing crisis counseling, financial aid to avert eviction (back rent/utilities, temporary rent, subsidies) or relocate rapidly (security deposits) and non-financial services and support to achieve housing stability and self-sufficiency. In 2024, fpp prevented eviction for 62 families (184 people), provided rent subsidies to 27 families to stabilize housing, and supported 40 families (142 people) in relocating to safer, healthier homes. An additional 311 families received essential goods valued at 164,404 - items like diapers, food, and clothing - allowing them to prioritize rent,healthcare, and utilities.