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We help families in the crisis of homelessness find their way home. Find out more at fmfnc.org

08/26/2026

Families Moving Forward is looking for an experienced Finance & Administration Manager to oversee day-to-day financial and HR operations. This team member works closely with the Executive Director, external audit partners, supervisors, benefits providers, and other vendors, and serves as a trusted resource for both financial and employee-related matters. Click or copy and paste the link below to learn more.

https://fmfnc.org/employment

08/25/2026

Bubbles, balloons, and burgers made for a pretty perfect back-to-school celebration!

Huge thanks to the volunteers from Epworth United Methodist Church and Southern Harvest Catering Company for filling Friday evening with fun, food, and plenty of smiles. Even our staff got their faces painted!

And thanks to ABC11 WTVD and Macedonia Apostolic Church, our families also headed into the new school year with backpacks bursting with school supplies.

We’re so grateful for the community partners who help make sure the kids at FMF can start the school year ready and raring to go! Here’s to a great year ahead!

08/24/2026

Do you want to help families with children transition from homelessness to long-term housing stability, economic self-sufficiency, and connection to community resources? Are you a case manager ready to join a dynamic and growing team leading the charge to end family homelessness in Durham, NC? Click or copy and paste the link below and scroll down just a tad to learn more about FMF's Housing Stabilization Coordinator position. And if this opportunity isn't a fit, but "you know someone great," please share our link. Thank you!

https://fmfnc.org/employment

08/17/2026

Today, on National Nonprofit Day, we’re celebrating the people who make this work possible.

We are incredibly proud of the FMF staff who show up every day with compassion, creativity, expertise, and determination to support families experiencing homelessness. But this work has never been ours alone. We are fortunate to be part of a robust nonprofit community, surrounded by incredible organizations and partners who share their time, talents, resources, and expertise to strengthen our work and support the families we serve.

From direct service to advocacy, from food and housing to education and enrichment, our community is stronger because nonprofits work together. We are honored to do our part in serving Durham and grateful to everyone who makes that work possible.

Thank you for believing in this community and in the power of partnership. We hope you’ll celebrate today by learning more about the nonprofits in your community and finding a way to get involved.

08/14/2026

If you are looking for a quick way to make a big impact this weekend, we invite you to make a purchase off our Amazon Wish List (see link in first comment) or pick up one of these items and drop it off at FMF next week. Thanks so much!

08/12/2026

Happy International Youth Day!

At Families Moving Forward, we’ve had the privilege of knowing so many young guests who have shown remarkable resilience, perseverance, creativity, curiosity, and determination. They’ve worked toward their goals, supported one another, discovered new interests, made us laugh, asked thoughtful questions, and kept moving forward even when circumstances around them were anything but easy.

Here’s to the young people who remind us that resilience can look like a big achievement, a new friendship, trying something for the first time, speaking up, or simply showing up and giving it another go.

Their accomplishments are theirs, and we’re honored to cheer them on along the way.

Here’s to the young people who keep growing, dreaming, questioning, creating, and making their mark on the world!

08/06/2026

Last Thursday was National Intern Day, and we wanted to post a video highlighting all of the marvelous work and impact that FMF interns have provided over the years, but we couldn't find an intern to show us how to use the editing software! While this video took a bit longer to make than we anticipated, the delay in no way diminishes our respect, pride, and deep gratitude for our past, present, and future interns here at FMF!

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08/04/2026

Looking for a fun way to give back?

We're looking for a group to host our September Birthday Party for families staying at The NEST!

📅 Monday, September 14
🕕 6:00 to 8:00 PM

As our birthday party hosts, your group will provide:
🎈 Decorations
🍽️ Dinner
🎲 A fun activity or game
🎂 We'll take care of the birthday cake!

The best part? You get to choose the theme! Past celebrations have featured everything from outer space and dinosaurs to carnivals, arts & crafts, and more. Whether you go all out or keep it simple, you'll help create an evening where every birthday guest feels celebrated, seen, and special.

If your family, workplace, faith community, civic group, or friends would like to host this unforgettable evening, we'd love to hear from you! Send us a message or email us to get started.

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07/27/2026

When we ask for donations like comforters, cleaning supplies, and household essentials, it often means something worth celebrating is happening...

It means families are moving into permanent housing!

Every time a room is emptied, our team gets to work preparing it for the next family who needs a safe place to land.

Right now, we're preparing for an increase in move-ins over the coming weeks, and our shelves need a little help keeping up.

Our most urgent needs are:

Twin comforters, Laundry detergent, Multi-purpose cleaning spray, Disinfectant wipes, Bleach, Toilet paper, Trash bags

Your generosity doesn't just help us stock our supply closet; it brings comfort and community support to families.

If you'd like to donate, send Maryn a message or visit our Amazon Wishlist.

07/24/2026

Summer should be filled with adventure, laughter, and memories that last a lifetime.

Last week, kids from The NEST & Branching Out got a big dose of summer at Camp Phoenix at Baynes Family Farm. From horseback riding to nature walks to an inflatable water park to movies under the stars, our kiddos spent the week having fun, doing what every child deserves to do: simply being a kid.

Thanks to all who donated camp essentials to our families and thanks again to the Baynes family for opening your hearts and farm to create this incredible experience!

Address

300 N Queen Street
Durham, NC
27701

Telephone

+19196822846

Website

http://www.fmfnc.org/

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