Salem Interfaith Hospitality Network

Family emergency fund - family promise of mid-willamette valley continued its homelessness prevention and stabilization efforts through the family emergency fund. This program provided rent assistance, eviction prevention, and emergency financial support to help families at imminent risk of losing their housing remain safely sheltered. Support included rental arrears payments, move-in assistance, utility relief, and case management focused on long-term stability. Grounded in the belief that children do best when they can remain in their own home, the program emphasized early intervention. Families received individualized case management, budgeting support, and referrals to community resources to reduce future housing instability. During the year, the family emergency fund assisted 150 families, helping them avoid homelessness and maintain safe and stable housing.

General programs - family promise of mid-willamette valley provided a range of supportive services designed to help families maintain stability and build long-term self-sufficiency. These services included life-skills classes focused on parenting, budgeting, employment readiness, and household management. Families also received essential basic-needs assistance such as diapers, hygiene items, clothing, transportation support, and referrals to community resources. These programs complemented our shelter and prevention efforts by addressing immediate needs while strengthening the skills and supports families require to remain housed and stable. Throughout the year, families participated in education workshops, received individualized guidance, and accessed material assistance that reduced financial strain and improved day-to-day well-being.

Other programs - prevention/diversion, stabilization, day center and housing.