Families Forward Charlotte

06/12/2026

Happy Friday! 🎉

We believe every goal deserves to be celebrated. At Families Forward Charlotte, we have the privilege of celebrating families as they reach milestones every day. Now we want to celebrate you.

Tell us one thing you’re proud of accomplishing this week. It can be big, small, personal, or professional.

Share it in the comments so we can celebrate together! 💙

06/11/2026

We are honored to be a beneficiary of this year’s BMOF Golf Tournament ⛳️

📅 Monday, September 28, 2026
📍 TPC Piper Glen | Charlotte, NC

Events like this do more than bring people together on the course, they help fuel real impact for families in our community working toward stability and brighter futures.

At Families Forward Charlotte, we walk alongside families as they build economic mobility through mentoring, education, and essential support. Every swing, every sponsorship, and every registration helps make that possible.

We are grateful to the organizers, sponsors, and players who choose to support this mission and make this event possible.

🔗 Register or learn more: https://birdease.com/BMO5

06/09/2026

A fun round of “pass the mic” with our team getting to know the people behind the mission a little better.

From one voice to many.

What started with our Founder and Executive Director, Carrie Christian, asking “What can I do?” after learning Charlotte ranked last in economic mobility became Families Forward Charlotte. Today that mission continues through our incredible team working every day alongside families across our community.

We’re grateful for every hand that carries this work forward.

Thank you for getting to know our team ❤️

06/04/2026

Latonya’s journey reflects resilience, growth, and steady progress toward stability. When she first connected to the Family Success Program, she was experiencing housing instability, including extended stays in hotels, after being referred by a school counselor. She fully engaged in workshops, therapy, and family events, while building financial skills that helped her better manage her household and create stability for her family.

With consistent guidance from her Family Liaison mentor, Latonya stayed committed to her goals and made meaningful progress throughout her journey.

Today, Latonya is a proud graduate of the program, continuing forward with the foundation she built for a stronger future for her family.

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06/03/2026

You may have seen our Teen Room Wish List before, but we’ve recently added even more items! 💙

As we continue transforming this space, we’re still collecting furniture, games, supplies, décor, and other essentials to create a place where teens can relax, connect, create, and feel supported.

Every item donated helps us build a welcoming environment where teens feel safe, valued, and like they belong.

🔗✨ Check out our Teen Room Wish List:

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2BGEMQXUAUOJU?ref_=wl_share&content_source=fb&fb_content_id=Q9-wBQH-pgPRZs4g8ltlmk6tHeR_5sAQ42Ywyb4VahGCSsRt1xahDNdMVTMqU_txFg&channel_type=fb&fbclid=IwY2xjawSNUG9leHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFBdTd3cVFNY0lzWk5FREwyc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHo-Ylm3i1HpjfhigzvsPpTlPUkDNsygJ-ojYQ1LAEl595dytxnCTC0mzm5hk_aem_CUQB_V1ibvDeDUfvIK0ZnA

Thank you for helping us create a space designed just for our teens.

06/02/2026

Jake, our Mobility Mentor Manager, received this text from one of our families over Memorial Day last week, and it says so much about the heart of our work.

Success is not always measured by a milestone reached or a goal achieved. Sometimes it is a parent knowing they have someone to call when life feels overwhelming. Someone who will listen, help them think through a challenge, stay calm in the chaos, and create a plan for what comes next.

The trust families place in our team is something we never take for granted. Messages like this remind us that some of the most meaningful impact happens in the everyday conversations that help families move forward with confidence.

This is what walking alongside families looks like. ❤️

05/29/2026

💙 We’re so thankful to for sponsoring this month’s double pack distribution for our Weekend Food Packs initiative!

Their support helped make sure families had dependable meals and extra peace of mind heading into the weekend. These packs may seem simple, but they make a real difference for families navigating busy schedules, rising costs, and everyday challenges.

Thank you, Ally Bank, for continuing to show up for our families and community in such a meaningful way!

05/28/2026

This month, growth looked like healing, celebration, wellness, and connection 💙

In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, our families engaged in workshops centered on emotional wellness, healthy communication, self care, and healing. Through every conversation, movement session, and shared moment, families continued building tools for everyday life and stronger futures.

✨ Mother’s Day Special with Rotten Lemons , creating a joyful space to honor and celebrate motherhood

✨ Mother’s Day Special (Alumni Event) with Behind the Smile, welcoming back alumni families for connection, reflection, and celebration of their continued journey

✨ Mother’s Day Special Yoga Session with Kendra from Luxe Life, creating space for mothers to relax, recharge, and prioritize healing through mindfulness, movement, and self-care

✨ Special Yoga Session with Instructor Gweneka, centering wellness, grounding, and mind body connection through movement and breath

✨ Talking with Teens / Healthy Communication with Behind the Smile, supporting caregivers in building stronger, healthier communication with their teens

Every moment of learning and connection is a step toward lasting change. 💫

05/27/2026

In May, our families continued taking meaningful steps toward stability, growth, and long term success. 💙

✨ Paulette worked toward notary public certification, applied for her LLC and EIN, and opened a stock account as she builds toward entrepreneurship and financial growth.

✨ Mariah pursued her CNA license, worked toward employment, and created a monthly budget to strengthen financial stability.

✨ Rodneisha committed to prioritizing her health by walking at least 30 minutes a day for 30 days.

✨ Sakeythia focused on reducing debt by paying off a credit card.

✨ Priscilla intentionally saved to celebrate and provide for her children’s birthdays.

Every goal achieved represents resilience, determination, and families building stronger futures one step at a time.

05/22/2026

“This program helped me get my dignity back.” – Kissha ✨

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and stories like Kissha’s are a reminder that mental wellness is deeply connected to stability, support, and dignity.

At Families Forward Charlotte, we believe every family deserves the opportunity to heal, grow, and move forward with hope. When families feel supported, it creates space for confidence, peace of mind, and lasting change. 💙

Healing starts when families know they are seen, supported, and not walking through life alone.