Family Promise of Jacksonville is...

a non-profit, interfaith hospitality network providing temporary shelter, meals, hospitality, and case management for families experiencing homelessness.  We do this through the participation of local congregations, dedicated staff, and hundreds of volunteers.

Primary Services
Family Promise works with homeless families to tailor individualized plans and help them take the necessary steps toward lasting independence.

All families receive:
• Overnight accommodations at a local congregation
• 3 meals a day
• Intensive case management
• Family Center/office with internet access, laundry, and showers
• Transportation assistance to school, work, etc.
• Social support from volunteers,
• Linkage with needed social and educational services

How does it work?
Family Promise employs an innovative and economical model of care, and costs 1/3 less to operate than traditional shelters.  Each evening, families are transported to hosting congregations where volunteers welcome them as guests into their church or synagogue.  The Host congregation provides meals, hospitality, and overnight accommodations for one week on a rotating basis.  There are currently 10 hosting congregations in Jacksonville's Network.

Every morning, guest families utilize our Family Center located at First United Methodist Church.  Families have access to laundry and shower facilities, phone and internet access, and work with a social worker to develop an individualized plan to regain housing and self-sufficiency. Transportation to and from the Family Center is provided by our Network vehicle and driver. 

Family Promise of Jacksonville,