by Beth Schafers | Jul 20, 2023 | Mission & Values
This is part 2 of a 3 part series written by FPGW Director of Development and Community Engagement, Beth Schafers. If you haven’t already, check out Part 1 and Part 2. “I do not understand.” – I say that almost every day while watching the Tour. I...
by Beth Schafers | Jul 18, 2023 | Mission & Values
This is part 2 of a 3 part series written by FPGW Director of Development and Community Engagement, Beth Schafers. If you haven’t already read Part 1, you can do so here. With as much as the support from the team makes a huge difference in a rider’s success in...
by Beth Schafers | Jul 12, 2023 | Community Partners, Mission & Values
Sometimes, it seems as if the Tour de France is actually taking place in the heart of Kansas. The sprawling wheat and sunflower fields on your screen can be misleading. Then, the cyclists taking part in the world’s biggest annual bike race reach the treacherous climbs...
by Beth Schafers | Jul 6, 2023 | Mission & Values, Staff
Family Promise of Greater Wichita is excited to welcome Ria Dillard to the FPGW Staff Team! Ms. Dillard joins the team as the new Family Advocate for the Stabilization Services program. She will build this new role as FPGW seeks to expand ongoing relationships and...
by Cayci Ellis | Jun 8, 2023 | Community Partners, Mission & Values
Erin and Chris Blume are long-time supporters of Family Promise of Greater Wichita (FPGW). They were first introduced to Family Promise in 2020 through their church, Pathway (Westlink), and initially started with helping clean up and prepare for families using the...
by Beth Schafers | Feb 3, 2023 | Community Partners, Mission & Values, Volunteer
One of the most beautiful things about the mission of Family Promise of Greater Wichita (FPGW) is the opportunity for each and every community member to have a significant impact while partnering with families in crisis – through both intentional and accidental...
by Beth Schafers | Jan 19, 2023 | Guests & Graduates, Housing, Mission & Values, Staff, Support Services, Volunteer
Family Promise of Greater Wichita (FPGW) is delighted to announce that Sara Froese, a long time volunteer and friend of Family Promise, has joined the FPGW staff team as Facilities Coordinator. Sara’s first introduction to the mission of Family Promise was...
by Beth Schafers | Jan 13, 2023 | Mission & Values, Staff, Support Services
Family Promise of Greater Wichita is excited to welcome Lesly Velasco to the FPGW Staff Team! Lesly joins the FPGW team as Family Services Coordinator, offering support to the Case Management team and families in the Emergency Services and Shelter programs. As a...
by Beth Schafers | Jan 12, 2023 | Guests & Graduates, Mission & Values, Staff, Support Services
Since its founding in 2016, Family Promise of Greater Wichita (FPGW) has sought to operate in a way that empowers families and treats each individual with dignity. As a grassroots, community-based organization, versatility has always been important and has...
by Beth Schafers | Dec 28, 2022 | Community Partners, Mission & Values, Volunteer
The Family Promise of Greater Wichita Board of Directors is pleased to announce its officers for 2023. While Treasurer Heather Petty and Secretary Norma Mitchell will continue their first terms in their respective positions that started mid-year, a new President and...
