A HOME FOR EVERY STORY
Every family experiencing housing instability has their own story. For some, poverty is a generational experience, others have had health issues, and many more are faced with the challenge of increased rent or mortgages that has outpaced wages. Regardless of what story brings them to Family Promise of Waukesha County, our focus is on helping them secure permanent housing. We are dedicated to finding a home for every story. It is your generosity that allows families to maintain their home or receive shelter. We could not help families without your help. Therefore, we humbly ask for a generous financial gift so the story of every family ends with a home.
Client Stories
Meet Kalei
Kalei and her family started in the Apartment Shelter Program and, after making progress, moved into the new Transitional Housing program. It provides stable housing and a chance for her to earn her GED, become an esthetician, and work toward financial stability.
Meet Melissa
Melissa joined the program in 2016 after leaving an abusive relationship. With support from families, volunteers, and donors like you, she found housing stability and is earning her Master’s Degree in Social Work from UW–Madison.
Meet Octavia
Octavia and her daughter, Dream, participated in
the Apartment Shelter Program. After overcoming
childhood trauma and addiction, Octavia is now
healthy, employed, housed, and planning a better
future for her family.
Tanya
A nurse who lost her job in January found herself in a challenging situation. While her church, friends, and family could assist with bills and basic needs to a certain extent, she decided to search online for unemployment support. To her surprise, she discovered numerous community resources, including Family Promise of Waukesha County. We provided crucial short-term financial assistance and helped her set goals to prevent falling behind again.
Tanya had dedicated eight years to improving her credit score and managing her bills responsibly, and she was determined not to slip back into hardship. As a single mother facing six months of unemployment, she encountered significant challenges, but Tanya remained steadfast in her pursuit of her goals. Family Promise of Waukesha County filled essential gaps by supplying cleaning items, toiletries, and other household necessities.
Today, Tanya is thriving as an in-home care nurse for individuals with special needs and takes great joy in giving back to her community. She is proud to be a part of this service space and encourages anyone facing a similar situation to reach out for help and not feel shy or embarrassed about seeking support from their community.
“The supplies provided and the Family Advocacy services were so helpful in getting me through the hump. Perfect name for you guys, you really treated me like family.” - Tanya, Prevention Services Former Client
“Advice I would give to someone in a similar situation is 'don’t be afraid to ask for help!' That was something that I really struggled with. Now my husband, me, and my kids are in a way better place than we were when we first turned to Family Promise roughly a year and a half ago.” -Anevay, Diversion & Stabilization Services Former Client
Anevay
Anevay first learned about Family Promise in 2024 while she and her family were searching for housing after staying with relatives. Family Promise played a crucial role in helping them secure their own home just before winter arrived.
One year later, they received a notice of non-renewal for their lease, as their tiny studio apartment was home to two adults and two children. Feeling anxious and overwhelmed, they chose to reach out to Family Promise once more and were thankful for the assistance they received again. This time, they not only found help in securing a new place but also guidance on how to maintain stability in their new home and future. This recent move has truly been a lifesaver for them, and they believe it has the potential to be their final relocation.
Anevay believes that the most valuable resources have been assistance with their deposit and first month's rent, along with household essentials. Looking ahead, they hope to remain in their current home for at least the next five years. On a personal level, her goal is to finish her education and re-enter the workforce.
FAMILIES SERVED YTD
PREVENTION
118
CHILDREN SERVED
80
ADULTS SERVED
57
FAMILIES SERVED
SHELTER DIVERISON
209
CHILDREN SERVED
137
ADULTS SERVED
106
FAMILIES SERVED
SHELTER
45
CHILDREN SERVED
27
ADULTS SERVED
20
FAMILIES SERVED
STABILIZATION
46
CHILDREN SERVED
31
ADULTS SERVED