by Katy Penner | Jul 3, 2018 | Guests & Graduates, Mission & Values
It was one of the craziest days I’ve seen. As I’m sure you can imagine, in this role of Interim Director, I see some busy and needy days. A Friday chock-full of uncertainty, wondering what would be the result. There were multiple factors that I won’t bore you...
by Katy Penner | May 8, 2018 | Guests & Graduates, Mission & Values
We passed a BIG milestone last week. Two graduates attended a meeting to plan for our Second Rotation expansion. All this time, we’ve been talking about the value that everyone has a voice at the table, that we need the input of all our audiences as we develop...
by Katy Penner | Apr 12, 2018 | Guests & Graduates
Check out these great updates on guest and graduate progress! We are honored to watch some hero families making new paths, both in our program and beyond. New wheels Several graduates have recently completed vehicle requirements and received a donated car of their...
by Katy Penner | Mar 27, 2018 | Guests & Graduates, Mission & Values
I wish you could see something. Beyond our talking. In the recruiting of Host congregations, partners, volunteers, and donors, we talk about the local statistics and families in a homeless crisis. We talk about hope and a path forward. And we’ve worked on the...
by Katy Penner | Nov 14, 2017 | Guests & Graduates, Mission & Values, Staff, Volunteer
By Katy Penner With stats and input from Carrie Corliss & Jacqueline Cook Green We each have this human gift of belonging to offer. Before we all got into this Family Promise work, we were surprised and heartbroken to learn: One in four homeless persons is a...
by Katy Penner | Aug 26, 2017 | Guests & Graduates, Support Services
It has been a busy time at Family Promise of Greater Wichita! Parents are seeking out stability for a new school year, and we are grateful to be a part of the lives of families in a homeless circumstance. Our work together goes beyond hosting the families that you see...
