Flat River Outreach Ministries

Our community has been challenged to raise $125,000 by May 1st for Building Foundations, Building Hope. If we come together and meet this goal, an extra $50,000 will be unlocked for housing support. Join your neighbors and make a difference today! https://lnkd.in/gW6NsJre #FROMLowell #housing #community #Lowell #FROMBuildingHope

Meet Mary: A Main Street Housing resident with a story that will warm your heart. With the help of FROM, she went from living in an unsafe environment to finding a true sense of home. Read the rest of the story: ?? https://lnkd.in/gKd9HqpW https://lnkd.in/gWqJDQW8 #MainStreetHousing #FROMLowell #housing #community #Lowell #FROMBuildingHope

Homelessness is a reality for too many in our community, but together, we can change that. Wendie, Executive Director of Flat River Outreach Ministries, shares how homelessness affects Lowell and how the Building Foundations, Building Hope campaign is stepping up to create real, lasting solutions. ?? "This new expansion will create even more opportunities including famliies so they can feel good and proud of where they live. In a community that welcomes them." Let’s come together as a community to make this vision a reality. Watch this powerful message and learn how YOU can help build a foundation for change. Get involved today: https://lnkd.in/gW6NsJre #BuildingHope #FROMLowell #Housing #Lowell #Community #BuildingFoundations

Affordable housing isn’t just about homes—it’s about community, stability, and opportunity. Here's why it matters: ?? Strengthens Families: Affordable housing gives families a foundation to thrive. Parents can focus on their jobs and kids can excel in school without the stress of housing instability. ?? Boosts the Local Economy: When residents have affordable living options, they can spend more in local shops, restaurants, and businesses—fueling growth for our entire community. ?? Builds a Brighter Future: Stable homes create hope and opportunity, helping individuals and families break the cycle of poverty. ?? Fosters a Stronger Community: Affordable housing brings diversity and vitality to Lowell, making it a place where everyone can belong and contribute. Together, we can create a Lowell where every family has a foundation for hope and opportunity. Join us in supporting the Building Foundations, Building Hope campaign and help build a stronger, more vibrant community. https://lnkd.in/gW6NsJre #FROMLowell #housing #community #Lowell #FROMBuildingHope

Welcome March! #thinkspring

Hear from community experts Ryan Verwys of ICCF Community Homes and Nate Fowler, Superintendent of Lowell Area Schools on why housing is so important for the kids and families in our community. We know that uncertain housing causes disruptions in education. Learn more about our plan to make sure every family in Lowell has a safe place to grow and learn. https://lnkd.in/gZvrEehu #BuildingHope #HousingForAll #CommunityImpact #Lowell

Take a tour of the space that our new affordable family housing expansion will live on. See how the units might be staged as a home once the project is complete!

When families face the constant stress of unstable housing, it creates a ripple effect that directly impacts our children's education. The fear of eviction, lack of a stable address, and the constant search for safe and affordable housing creates immense stress for children, making it incredibly difficult for them to focus in class and absorb new information. Unstable housing situations often lack reliable access to internet and quiet spaces conducive to studying, making completing homework a significant challenge. Furthermore, frequent moves due to housing instability can disrupt a child's education, leading to missed school days and difficulty keeping up with coursework. Learn more about FROM's solution to a growing problem. https://lnkd.in/gZvrEehu #BuildingFoundations #BuildingHope #HousingForAll #CommunityImpact #Lowell

For years, Antonio, a hardworking resident of Lowell, faced the struggle of finding affordable housing. But thanks to FROM's Main Street Housing, his life has taken a positive turn. Antonio's story is proof of the power of community Lowell has when we come together, and the importance of afforable, safe, housing. Learn more here >>> https://lnkd.in/gZvrEehu #BuildingFoundations #BuildingHope #HousingForAll #CommunityImpact #Lowell

For many in our community, finding an affordable place to live is challenging. With increased rent payments, it can be hard to make ends meet. When housing costs are too high, it puts a huge strain on families, forcing tough choices between paying rent and putting food on the table. This also makes it harder for people to get a good education, find a job, and even see a doctor. In fact, a study done by Bowen National Research shows that in Kent County, outside of Grand Rapids, there is a housing gap of 5,107 rental units over the next five years. We need more affordable housing options in Lowell so everyone has a chance to thrive and build a strong community. Learn more about our response to this at https://lnkd.in/gW6NsJre #BuildingFoundations #BuildingHope #HousingForAll #CommunityImpact #Lowell