FamilyWise Services

08/20/2026

If your business is looking to give back, now is the time! Throughout September, Dual Citizen Brewing will match up to $10,000 raised through FamilyWise fundraising events. Giving in September means doubling your impact! All proceeds support programs that strengthen families and keep kids safe.

Learn more by contacting Nick McCallum at [email protected].

Learn more about the event on our website: https://familywiseservices.org/fall_fundraiser/

08/12/2026

Tune in to the KLTF-AM radio this Thursday, August 13th, at 8:00-8:10am to hear from Melissa Merrick, president and CEO at our partner Prevent Child Abuse America. Melissa will be discussing the importance of primary prevention, the work of Prevent Child Abuse America, and the impact of state chapter networks, including FamilyWise. Listen locally in Little Falls at AM960 or online at

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08/11/2026

Registration is now open for our upcoming Bingo Night at Dual Citizen Brewing! Sign up today and join us on Thursday, September 24th for a chance to win gift cards for restaurants like Matt’s Bar and Hell’s Kitchen, fun activities like bowling and golf, or relaxation rituals like nail and spa treatments!

Join us in September to double your impact – Dual Citizen will match our event fundraising up to $10,000!

Learn more and RSVP: https://familywiseservices.org/fall_fundraiser/

08/06/2026

Are you an Early Childhood Education Educator or Administrator looking for opportunities to learn and grow? FamilyWise, in partnership with Minnesota Association for the Education of Young Children and Greater Twin Cities United Way is hosting three Understanding NEAR Science: Building Self-Healing Communities presentations this August. These trainings are tailored to those in the Early Childhood Education field and offer a common language and understanding of core concepts from the fields of NEAR Science (neurobiology, epigenetics, Adverse Childhood Experiences, and resilience research) and how we can use the information in our work. Find the dates, times, and registration links below!

Thursday, August 13 @ 1:00pm-3:00pm - Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/2bD6jXxZR46Th_UBOX5LJA #/registration

Wednesday, August 19 @ 6:30pm-8:30pm - Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/IhJMrBubRq2JPOr6A_qhAQ #/registration

Wednesday, August 26 @ 4:00pm-6:00pm - disponible en español - Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/mxDBtOdZRKKIxfgc4WvYvQ #/registration

08/04/2026

Last month, we hosted our second quarterly CEO call of 2026. Listen to the recording to hear more from Training Manager Susie Voss, who joined FamilyWise CEO Ann Gaasch to share how our training programs are growing and how communities are using what they learn to better support children and families.

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07/30/2026

In pursuing our vision of a world where every child thrives, FamilyWise is committed to supporting families every step along the way.

As one parent shares in our latest blog post, our First Step Early Childhood Education Center is a key part of that work. “We are grateful for all that First Step did for our kids...in those crucial years when they were becoming who they will always be,” says Angie. “First Step gently accustoms kids to the rhythms and rules of a school while encouraging kids to be themselves.”

Read our latest blog post:

Our vision at FamilyWise is a world where every child thrives. While parents and primary caregivers lay the foundation, it takes a “village” of family, friends, ...

07/28/2026

Are you an Early Childhood Education Educator or Administrator looking for opportunities to learn and grow? In partnership with 80x3 at Greater Twin Cities United Way, FamilyWise is excited to announce that applications are now open for the upcoming ACE Interface Train-the-Presenter program in Fall 2026!

This training will prepare up to 30 early childhood providers to deepen their understanding of how adversity and trauma impact our biology and the health and wellbeing of our communities. Participants will receive the foundational training to become a presenter of the ACE Interface Understanding NEAR Science: Building Self-Healing Communities presentation content and materials that have been customized for this sector. This information will equip you to educate others on these crucial topics, helping to build resilience and foster healthier communities.

Learn more about the Training here: https://familywiseservices.org/ece-fall-2026-training/

Submit your application here: https://forms.gle/HZb8keZfczXaZUpL6

Note: At least 50% of the cohort will be made up of Develop-approved trainers

07/21/2026

Earlier this month the FamilyWise Prevention Team came together to reflect, connect, and plan for the year ahead up on the lake in Sandstone. This incredible team comes from all across the state, supporting prevention efforts in Greater Minnesota and the Twin Cities, so this retreat is an opportunity for them to all connect in one place together.

07/14/2026

Next week, we'll host a virtual CEO Conversation with Ann Gaasch on Thursday, July 23rd. Training Manager Susie Voss will join Ann to share about how our training programs are growing and how communities are using what they learn to better support children and families. Join us to hear more about these and other updates next Thursday from 12-12:30 via Zoom! Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/yJ5YDtj9SZeHyMloVHhz_w

07/09/2026

Join our team! We're currently for multiple roles across our organization. Learn more about the roles below and apply by visiting our hiring webpage: https://recruiting.ultipro.com/MAC1006/JobBoard/47f39d22-54a5-43f5-a009-348b9984aa53/

> Supervised Parenting Family Specialist
> Wraparound Director & Clinical Supervisor
> Family Specialist - Parent Educator
> Wraparound Care Coordinator