Siemer Institute

07/15/2026

We are pleased to share that Katie Carter has joined the Siemer Institute as our National Director of Operations.

Katie brings more than 20 years of nonprofit executive leadership, guiding organizations through growth, change, and strategic transformation. She has served in senior roles at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Ohio, The Dawes Arboretum, and the Susan G. Komen Columbus Affiliate.

Across her career, Katie has strengthened systems, led complex teams, and built the partnerships that sustain long‑term mission impact. Her experience aligns deeply with SI’s goals and strategies that help support and strengthen a national network.

We are thrilled to welcome her to the SI team and look forward to the impact she will have as we continue strengthening our national network and advancing our mission of, Investing in the potential of children through family stability.

Please join me in welcoming Katie to the Siemer Institute.

04/27/2026

A great conversation today between Kim Dorniden and Jason Janz, CEO of CrossPurpose (Denver) and co‑author of Together We Climb. Their exchange highlighted how many organizations across the country — including CrossPurpose, the Siemer Institute, and so many local partners — are working in different but deeply connected ways to help families thrive. Moments like this show the strength of collaboration and the broader ecosystem.

04/14/2026

We’re proud to stand alongside partners like Pathfinders who are doing the work every day to strengthen families and build lasting financial stability 💙Through this partnership, families receive more than short-term support—they gain the tools, knowledge, and confidence to move forward. From personalized financial coaching for parents to early financial learning opportunities for children, this is what a two-generation approach looks like in action.

When families grow together, the impact goes further—supporting stability today and creating opportunity for the future. Thank you, Pathfinders, for your commitment to the families you serve and for bringing this work to life in your community.

💙 Building Financial Stability—Together 💙

Through our partnership with the Siemer Institute, Pathfinders is proud to provide financial coaching and support to families right here in our community.

This photo highlights one incredible family we’ve had the privilege to walk alongside on their journey to stability. Not only did they receive personalized financial coaching, but their children were also equipped with age-appropriate books to build healthy money habits 📚 and a tablet to engage in financial learning activities 💻.

Because lasting change starts early—and when families learn and grow together, the impact is even greater.

We’re grateful for partners like the Siemer Institute who invest in both parents and children, helping create a foundation for long-term success and financial well-being.

03/13/2026

We’re excited to share the Siemer Institute’s 2025 Impact Report!

This year’s report highlights the incredible work happening across our national network to support families and help children thrive.

In 2025 alone, our partners helped:
✨ 25,183 families
✨ 53,901 children
✨ Families build stronger housing, income, and education stability across the country.

From eviction prevention to income support and community partnerships, these efforts help ensure children can stay in their homes, remain connected to school, and build brighter futures.

Every success story reflects the dedication of local partners, case managers, and communities working together to create lasting change.

📘 Take a look at the full report and see what we accomplished together:https://online.flowpaper.com/7589072a/2025SIFSImpactReport/

Because when families are stable, children thrive — and we truly are better together.

02/02/2026

Stories like Eleanor and Hope’s are exactly why housing stability matters. 💙

When families receive the right support at the right time, they’re able to stay safely housed and focus on what matters most—caring for their children and building a more secure future.

At the Siemer Institute, we’re proud to support work that ensures children have the stable foundation they need to thrive. Huge thanks to Jesse Tree for sharing this powerful story and for the compassionate work you do every day in the Treasure Valley.

01/20/2026

Grateful to United Way of Greater Kansas City for convening this important conversation on housing stability. In Kansas City, more than 3,000 people are unhoused, nearly one-third living unsheltered, and almost 7,000 students experience housing instability.

Proud of Dayna McCrary, National Program Director at the Siemer Institute, for contributing to this thoughtful, cross-sector dialogue focused on understanding and solutions.

"Every single person that you see could be experiencing homelessness."

Our staff came together for a meaningful DEI panel focused on housing stability and the lived experience of unhoused people in Kansas City.

Thank you to Dayna McCrary of Siemer Institute, Josh Henges of the City of Kansas City, and Becky Poitras of Metro Lutheran Ministry for sharing your expertise, lived experience, and commitment to solutions.

01/16/2026

We were honored to celebrate Barbara Siemer and Al Siemer at the United For ALICE Conference, where they were recognized as ALICE Champions (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed).

As the founders of the Siemer Institute, Barbara and Al’s vision—that when families have stability, children can thrive—has helped support more than 400,000 children through the SIFS model and national advocacy efforts.

The award artwork was created by children at a childcare agency serving families below the ALICE threshold, illustrating what “hope” means to them—a powerful reminder of why this work matters.

We are proud to honor Barbara and Al and grateful for the legacy they continue to build.

01/08/2026

We’re grateful to United For ALICE for recognizing the power of long-standing partnerships that continue to move the ALICE movement forward.

During the final general session of the confrence, our President Kimberly Habash Dorniden joined Sarah Lechner, Board Member at United Way of Northern New Jersey, for a meaningful conversation reflecting on years of shared impact for children and families across the United Way network.

We were especially honored to see the Siemer family recognized for their deep commitment and generosity—investments that have helped strengthen communities and advance stability for ALICE households nationwide.

What a powerful way to celebrate partnerships of yesterday, today, and tomorrow.

01/06/2026

The Siemer Institute team is proud to be at the United For ALICE National Conference, learning alongside leaders who are advancing stability and opportunity for families across the country.

ALICE stands for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed — households that are working, often in essential roles, yet still struggling to afford the basic cost of living in their communities. This shared understanding grounds our work and strengthens our collective impact.

Our President, Kimberly Habash Dorniden, connected with Tiki Barber, Angela F. Williams, President & CEO of United Way Worldwide, and Kiran Handa Gaudioso, President & CEO of United Way of Northern New Jerseyas part of ongoing conversations focused on collaboration and systems-level change.

And the Siemer team at the kickoff celebration? An absolute blast.

If you’re here with us, please say hello — we’d love to connect.

01/04/2026

The Siemer team is heading to the National United For ALICE Summit—and we couldn’t be more excited to learn alongside partners who are deeply committed to advancing outcomes for ALICE households.

If you’ll be there too, please say hello—we’d love to connect.