Videos, Programs, Successes…Oh My!
Stacey’s Shout-Out Click on the video to hear from our new Executive Director as she gives a very special thank you! ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. Dollar Energy Program Family Promise HCR accepts applications for the Dollar Energy Fund. This fund provides $500/person yearly to those who are having difficulty paying their utility bill. If you or someone you […]
A Big Announcement!
A New Position but a Familiar Face “I am honored to serve as the Executive Director of Family Promise of Harrisburg Capital Region, an organization that has been a part of my life for more than a decade. Ten years ago, my family participated in the Family Promise program during a time when we needed […]
15th Anniversary: December Edition
This is our last special edition anniversary newsletter! Thank you for reading and celebrating along with us this year. It’s been a very special time for us to remember the first days when we banded together, the years since then that we’ve grown together, and our excitement and planning for the future ahead of us! Our Families […]
15th Anniversary: November Edition
Our Families When families move out, it is bittersweet. We miss them. We love when we get the updates though. So, here’s one from one of our favorite families! “We are all doing good! We celebrated Tasha’s birthday yesterday (11/11) and for the first time we could buy something. She wanted new winter boots, and […]
A Day in the Life of a Family Promise Case Manager
What in the world is case management anyway? The nonprofit sphere uses the word copiously, but not always with an explanation. Phrases include “we provide intensive case management,” “families benefit from case management,” “programs don’t work without case management.” I think it’s easier to explain than define. So, here’s what a day in the life […]
15th Anniversary: October Edition
Our Families “Family Promise to me was like coming up for fresh air when I was drowning in the world around me. I was in a situation that was consuming my children and I whole…mentally, physically, emotionally & on the brink of hopelessness. And just when I thought I couldn’t go anymore, I got Christine’s […]
15th Anniversary: September Edition
Our Families Johnathan was 8 years old when his family was in the program. Johnathan was a huge helper to his mom, (Stacey Coldren, you might know her), with his 3 younger siblings. He always had a smile on his face and was willing to lend a hand to help out. Those qualities remain to […]
15th Anniversary: August Edition
Our History Karen served as our first-ever Treasurer. She held that position for 5 years and then served on the Board for another 4 years. She was instrumental in creating systems and policies around financial management. Karen handled our finances with a high level of care and passion. She also volunteered, helped with fundraisers, and […]
15th Anniversary: July Edition
Our History Jean Keller-Thau has done all the things. She has made meals, hosted, stayed over night, served on committees, served on the Board (even as President – twice!), and, she’s done it all with grace and wisdom beyond compare. Plus, she has been our contstant prayer warrior. We couldn’t have done all of this […]
15th Anniversary: June Edition
Our History Pastor Gwenn Trout served as the pastor at Zion Lutheran in Enola for many years. Zion Enola was the very first congregation in our network to ever host families and remained a faithful host until COVID. Zion generously supported FPHCR through fundraisers, special offerings, and with a large gift after they sold their […]
15th Anniversary: May Edition
Our History Sandy Olley served as a volunteer leader and as a Board member for many years. Sandy has done it all from driving the van to helping with fundraisers to taking a woman in labor to the hospital to have her first baby! Listen in as Sandy shares her personal connection and experience with […]
15th Anniversary: April Edition
Our History Kimberly Tucker from Dillsburg Brethren in Christ shares her memories of some of the struggles, challenges, and memorable moments from our first few years of having families in rotation. Dillsburg Brenthren in Christ is one of our only founding congregations that is still hosting 15 years later! Our Impact “Becoming homeless and coming […]