phoenixfamily.org

Phoenix Family empowers people living in low-income housing communities with the on-site support they need to gain stability and achieve self-sufficiency.

[phoenixfamily.org @pfhorg]

The Bridge program helps people like Ari, who see a path for success, but just don't have the money to get there. Your support will change the trajectory of Ari's life. Will you help? Donate here: https://t.co/TKrPVfBm9F

[phoenixfamily.org @pfhorg]

Shout out to @WSKYFoundation and their generous support of our community! Together we are ending poverty and creating a world where everyone can reach their full potential.

[The WellSky Foundation @WSKYFoundation]

Today, we announced two gifts of $50,000 to Mercy Medical Angels and Phoenix Family to enable their continued support of low-income communities through critical medical transportation and interactive programs to break generational poverty.
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Madden, the young boy in this story, is awesome.

Read the following story to see what he is doing to get his peers reading.

[KSHB 41 News @KSHB41]

Kansas City-area boy launches book club to share love for reading with others. @CKnuteKSHB reports:

https://t.co/GkU3lwUBJy

[phoenixfamily.org @pfhorg]

Those complicated systems include paperwork, travel to various offices, hard-to-read language, and more. It is critical that people who need help get it, but so often they face obstacles that perpetuate a system of barriers when one is reaching to get out of poverty.

[National Low Income Housing Coalition @NLIHC]

“Many of the slower spenders for emergency rental assistance, especially the ones that are lagging furthest behind, are the same programs to have overly complicated & complex application systems, to require burdensome documentation.” @dianeyentel https://t.co/qmay4tYNtv

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We know that literacy is fundamental to having greater chances at graduating high school. That's why the HIKE program pairs dedicated volunteers, one-on-one with our kids, to share the magic of reading.

[The Atlantic @TheAtlantic]

As children head back to school, keeping them engaged and motivated is a priority, especially when it comes to reading. @latham_tori highlights how educators and parents can encourage a love of literature in kids, in this week's #TheAtlanticBooksBriefing: https://t.co/pJYDiGCzXW

[Junior League of Kansas City, Missouri @JuniorLeagueKC]

On this day we recognize the immense effort nonprofits and charities put into making an impact on their communities.

@BTG_KC
@ICKCConnections
@LazMinKC
@MINDDRIVEorg
@SolaceHouseKC
@pfhorg
@WaysideWaifs

[phoenixfamily.org @pfhorg]

This is incredible - @GivingtheBasics is a fantastic organization and we are proud to be partners with them. They are truly changing lives in our community and making access to basic health and cleaning products available to all. Thank you for all that you do!

[Giving the Basics @GivingtheBasics]

This is why we do what we do

[phoenixfamily.org @pfhorg]

Information like this is vital to people living in low-income housing because you never know what could put you over the edge. Our Service Coordinators work tirelessly with people ensuring they have the tools they need to advocate for themselves.

[National Low Income Housing Coalition @NLIHC]

The Federal eviction moratorium ends in 2 days! @evictionlab created a Q&A for tenants to know how to prepare ahead of the eviction protections laps. https://t.co/eZxaVCeRkN

[First Book @FirstBook]

Asking if students simply have internet access is not enough...

“The phrase ‘digital divide’ frames this as binary—there is no access or there’s all access. This study gives a powerful argument for why we need to reframe the definition of ‘access.’”
https://t.co/tfRGc3Fj5J

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This year was hard for Alex and his family. Now he's worried he won't have any school supplies for the first day.

Will you join us in Operation Backpack to ensure Alex has what he needs to succeed? Donate here: https://t.co/TcDr5pxy51

[phoenixfamily.org @pfhorg]

Helping our residents fill out emergency assistance applications was just one of the many things our service coordinators did last year. In 2020, there was a 643% increase in the amount of emergency assistance given to those who needed it compared to 2019

https://t.co/ccNX6CSmAn

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When there was so much uncertainty in the world, you stepped up to help us filled our pantries so that kids, families, and seniors would have enough to eat. We cannot thank you enough for that, and your continued support.

https://t.co/Dvsx5xBes2

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Well this is cool. Check it out -

[Spotlight on Poverty @povertynews]

.@Google launches new “Find Food Support” site to help combat food insecurity by connecting people to the nearest food bank, food pantry, or school lunch program pickup site in their community. https://t.co/h7ro6CNUKf

[phoenixfamily.org @pfhorg]

The eviction moratorium was and is one piece of the puzzle that helped many families and seniors we serve stay living in their homes. Additionally, programs like Emergency Assistance, allowed the most vulnerable to stay up to date on payments during the pandemic.

[The Associated Press @AP]

BREAKING: The Biden administration extends for one month a nationwide eviction ban that was put in place to help people who couldn’t make rent payments during the pandemic. The new expiration date is July 31. https://t.co/GhbaaVKKML

[phoenixfamily.org @pfhorg]

Through health programs, we continue to get fresh foods into the hands of our seniors. Others help supplement diets where needed. We are so glad to have local farmers' markets participating and ensuring our elderly population gets the nutrition they need.
https://t.co/DehiUYLSy5

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Kai- age 6

"My favorite thing about school is to color, I'm looking forward to playing Xbox this summer, and I like coming to HIKE to get out of my house"

[phoenixfamily.org @pfhorg]

We asked our kids what they'll miss most about school and what they're looking forward to over the summer.

Silas (8): "I like learning at school and playing games at program. I like reading during labs and I'm looking forward to swimming and having fun with my friends.

[phoenixfamily.org @pfhorg]

We're ready for opening day - are you?

#TogetherRoyal #OpeningDay2021

[phoenixfamily.org @pfhorg]

As kids go back to school in-person, this is a look at how the pandemic has impacted parents and their ability to provide for their families. Between everything that COVID-19 has brought on, many are still struggling, even one year later.

https://t.co/GEfyekKBYM

[phoenixfamily.org @pfhorg]

"My Why is not just a job, it's a mission"

Alonzo's "Why": https://t.co/9QBy74nZbs