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In order to offer ongoing support to families who graduated from Family Promise, we started a family mentoring program to help families as they continued to stabilize.
In 2013, Brent Bohanan resigned as Network Director to lead the Gwinnett County Habitat for Humanity program. In July of that year, Chuck Ferraro, a former board member and volunteer, was hired as the new Director. Chuck served until February 2017.
Matt Elder became Executive Director on March 1, 2017, bringing experience from Gwinnett County’s community development, affordable housing, and homeless programs. He resigned in June 2018 to join the United Way of Greater Atlanta, focusing on homelessness and affordable housing. Unfortunately, due to budget constraints Family Promise of Gwinnett suspended operations of SaltLight Center in September of 2018.
In August 2019, Carol Love became Executive Director. She was the founding Director of Family Promise of Gwinnett’s SaltLight Center and worked at Wilbanks Partners in marketing and client relationship management. Carol began her career at Ernst & Young and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting from the University of Georgia’s Terry College of Business.

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💪 WE NEED YOUR MUSCLE! 💙🍕 Something exciting is coming to Family Promise of Gwinnett, and we need YOUR help getting ready! We’re looking for a few extra hands to help us move furniture and prepare a space for an upcoming project! 🛋️✨ 📅 Tuesday, November 10 ⏰ 4:30–7:30 PM 🚛 BONUS: Have a pickup truck? We could really use your help! 🍕 Pizza is on us! Come lend a hand, grab a slice, and help us make room for something BIG! 💙 #FamilyPromiseGwinnett #VolunteerGwinnett #CommunityInAction

⛳️ A little golf. A LOT of good! 💛🏌️‍♂️ A HUGE thank you to all of our golfers, sponsors, and supporters who made this year’s Family Promise Golf Classic such a success! 🎉 Because of YOU, we’re able to continue walking alongside families experiencing homelessness in Gwinnett County, helping them find stability, hope, and a path toward home. 🏡❤️ 👏 Let’s hear it for our AMAZING sponsors! ⛳ Apalachee River Animal Hospital ⛳ Fellers Schewe Scott & Roberts (FSSR) ⛳ Northwest Exterminating ⛳ Mitsubishi Electric ⛳ Community Foundation for Northeast Georgia ⛳ Living Spaces ⛳ Southeast Culvert ⛳ MetroWaterproofing Inc. ⛳ Peachstate Federal Credit Union ⛳ Pierson Ferdinand ⛳ Northside Hospital ⛳ Smittys Chicks Your generosity makes a REAL difference for families in our community! To every player who showed up, every sponsor who gave, and every volunteer who helped make the day possible—THANK YOU! 💛 Together, we’re driving hope home! ⛳🏡 #FamilyPromiseGwinnett #GolfForGood #DrivingHopeHome #GwinnettCounty

🏓 We’ve got a FUN way to give back! 💙 Our amazing friends @ordnerconstruction are hosting Pickleball for a Purpose on Saturday, November 14th, and Family Promise of Gwinnett is one of the beneficiaries! Whether you’re a pickleball pro, a beginner, or just want to cheer from the sidelines, there’s a place for you! 📅 Saturday, November 14 ⏰ 9 AM – 2:30 PM 📍 Pickle & Social Gwinnett | Buford, GA Come out for a great day of pickleball, community, and giving back! Every serve helps support families in our community. 🏡❤️ 🔗 Register at Ordner.com/events A HUGE thank you to Ordner Construction for continuing to invest in families across Gwinnett County! #PickleballForAPurpose #FamilyPromiseGwinnett #GwinnettGivesBack #ordnerconstruction

✨SAVE THE DATE: NOV 17th✨ VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION DINNER Our volunteers are the heart of Family Promise of Gwinnett, and we couldn’t do what we do without YOU! 💙 From giving your time and talents to showing up for families in their most difficult seasons, you make a lasting difference in our community. Your kindness, generosity, and dedication help bring hope and stability to families across Gwinnett County. And now, it’s our turn to celebrate YOU! 🎉 Mark your calendars for November 17th and join us for a special evening dedicated to thanking the incredible people who make our mission possible! We can’t wait to celebrate you! 💙 #FamilyPromiseGwinnett #VolunteerAppreciation #SaveTheDate #ThankYouVolunteers

We left Phoenix with full hearts, fresh inspiration, and a renewed sense of purpose. ❤️ At the Family Promise National Conference, we gathered with people from across the country who are doing extraordinary work to prevent and end family homelessness. We heard stories of innovation, resilience, compassion, and communities coming together to make sure families have a place to call home. According to Gwinnett County Public Schools, more than 2,000 students in our community are experiencing homelessness. And that number doesn’t even include children who are too young for school! Behind every number is a child. A family. A story. A future that deserves stability and hope. The need is great. But so is the potential of a community that comes together. At Family Promise of Gwinnett, we believe we can do more. We envision a community where we don’t just provide shelter when families lose their homes, but help prevent homelessness before it happens, walk alongside families through crisis, and provide the support they need to remain stably housed. And we can’t do it alone. We need YOU! 💛 Give financially to help families find stability. 💛 Volunteer your time or donate needed supplies. 💛 Mentor a family as they work toward lasting independence. 💛 Partner with us as a landlord to open doors to housing. 💛 Use your business, skills, or services to support families in our programs. There are so many ways to be part of this work. Take a chance! Let’s see how we can grow together! Gwinnett, let’s build a community where every child has a place to call home. 🏡❤️ #FamilyPromise #FamilyPromiseOfGwinnett #GwinnettCounty #EndFamilyHomelessness #CommunityInAction

Come out today 9/29 to Chick-fil-A at 316 and Sugarloaf! Order in your mobile app, enter code PROMISE in all caps at checkout, and help us serve families in our community! Our Community Care Event today! #familypromisegwinnett #endfamilyhomelessness #communitysupport

A huge THANK YOU to C3 Church for serving with us last Saturday! 💙 Their team tackled cleaning projects and made repairs to the Promise Haven playground. We’re so grateful for your time, hard work, and heart for our families! 🙌

🐔❤️ Spirit Night is coming up! Join us at Chick-fil-A Sugarloaf & 316 on September 29 and enjoy a meal while supporting Family Promise of Gwinnett! Simply place a mobile order and use code PROMISE at checkout. Come grab a bite and make a difference with us! 🏠✨

We’re so grateful for our partners at GGC for hosting the Volunteer Expo! 💙 Our beloved Program Assistant, Monique and our newest intern Hayley had a wonderful time connecting with students who are passionate about making a difference in their community. Thank you, GGC, for helping create meaningful opportunities to serve and connect! 🤝✨

Join us for a Chick-fil-A Spirit Night benefiting Family Promise of Gwinnett on Tuesday September 29th! It’s easy to participate—just place a mobile order and enter the code PROMISE at checkout. A portion of your purchase will support our mission! 📅 Save the date and grab some Chick-fil-A on Sugarloaf & 316 while supporting local families in our community! 🏡❤️ Order. Enter PROMISE. Make a difference!

Want to host a drive to help families in need but don't know where to start? We make it easy! 🫶 We will customize this flyer to fit your group! Donated goods support families in our Promise Haven and Strong Foundations programs. Reach out to amcmahon@familypromisegwinnett.org to schedule a donation drive in the fall!

🎉🎂 Happy Birthday, Carol! 🎂🎉 Today we’re celebrating YOU and all the love, leadership, and heart you bring to Family Promise of Gwinnett! ❤️ Last month also marked 7 amazing years with Family Promise! We are so grateful for everything you do for our families, our team, and our community. We love you, Carol! 💙 Help us wish her a very happy birthday and celebrate 7 incredible years! 🥳

The families in our programs use everyday essentials, and we could use your help keeping our shelves stocked! We’re currently in need of: • 🧻 Toilet paper & paper towels • 🧺 Laundry detergent • 🧼 Dove soap Want to help? You can purchase items directly from our Amazon Wishlist, or contact Monique at maimable@familypromisegwinnett.org to coordinate a donation! Every donation helps provide comfort and care to families on their journey toward stability.❤️

Help support our families at Promise Haven by providing a meal during Community Week! A simple meal is a meaningful way to show our families that their community cares. 🍽️ Click the link to choose a night and sign up! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040C4FA9AB28A2F58-65555276-promise Thank you for helping us support families in our community! 💙

We are deeply saddened by the passing of our former case manager, Lyndey. Her compassion, kindness, and dedication to serving families left a lasting impact on Family Promise of Gwinnett and the lives she touched. We are grateful for the time she spent with us and the difference she made in our community. May she rest in the loving arms of the Lord, and may God bring comfort and peace to all who knew and loved her. 💙

We’re loving our new gear and had a little too much fun showing it off! 😎💙 Come grab yours at the Night Without a Bed Cookout tomorrow, August 29th at 6 PM! We’ll see you there! 🎉 #NightWithoutABed #FPGwinnett #FamilyPromise #NewMerch #CommunityStrong

Andy’s firing up the grill, Andrea’s bringing the energy, and we want YOU to come hang out! 😎🍔🌭 Join us for our Night Without a Bed Cookout this Saturday, August 29th at 6 PM! Come grab some good food, enjoy the fun, and spend some time with the Family Promise of Gwinnett community. 💙 Bring the family and come hungry! We’ll see you Saturday! 🎉 #NightWithoutABed #FPGNightWithoutABed #FamilyPromiseGwinnett #GwinnettCounty #CommunityCookout

When the youngest member of your marketing team is 4 years old… 😂✏️ But hey, she got the important details right! 👏 Come hang out with us at the Night Without a Bed Cookout on August 29th at 6 PM! 🍔🎉 Bring your people, grab some food, and come have some fun with us! We’d love to see you there. 💛 #NightWithoutABed #FPGwinnett #FamilyPromise #GwinnettCounty

🚨 WE HAVE AN ANNOUNCEMENT… 👀👕 Our NEW Family Promise of Gwinnett shirts are officially dropping THIS Saturday, August 29th at our Night Without a Bed Cookout! 🎉 Come hang out, grab some food, celebrate with us, and get your new FPOG merch! 🙌 We can’t wait to see everyone there! ❤️ 📅 Saturday, August 29th at 6PM 📍 3495 Sugarloaf Parkway, Lawrenceville GA 30044 👕 NEW shirts available for purchase! Who’s ready to rep the Promise? 👀 #FamilyPromiseGwinnett #NightWithoutABed #FPOG #NewMerch

We’re so excited to welcome our newest intern, Haley, to the Family Promise of Gwinnett team! 💙 Haley will be joining us for the semester, and we can’t wait to see all the ways she’ll learn, grow, and make an impact alongside our team. Welcome to the FPOG family, Haley! 🏡✨

Fundraising Tip: If you are participating in Night Without a Bed, don't just post a link. Tell your story. Why are you choosing to sleep out? What does it mean to you? The most successful fundraisers aren't the ones with the biggest platforms, they are the ones with a compelling story. So speak from the heart, share your 'why.' Text or Call 5 friends today and share it with them! Want more messaging tips and fundraising ideas? Comment TIPS and we will send you our list!

If a child in your community didn't have a safe place to sleep tonight, what would you do? That's why night without a bed exists. To give you the opportunity to help a child in need. One Night. Real Impact. Comment the word Night to get more info! #NightWithoutABed #FPGNightWithoutABed #FamilyPromiseGwinnett #EndFamilyHomelessnessNow

We were so excited to host a Back-to-School Supply Drive for the families in our programs! 🎒✏️ A huge THANK YOU to everyone who donated and helped make this possible! And a special shoutout to Prospect UMC for generously donating book bags and school supplies so we could bless our families as they head into a new school year. 💙

We’re so proud to celebrate Jazmyne on her graduation with her BSW and we’re even more excited to welcome her officially to the Family Promise of Gwinnett team as our Strong Foundations Coordinator! 💙 From intern to an essential part of our team, we can’t wait to see all the incredible things she’ll accomplish. Congratulations, Jazmyne! We’re so lucky to have you! 🥳🎉

"Be the Change You Want to See in the World." Every day is an opportunity to help someone in need. To make a difference. To spread love. Consider using your opportunity today to join in on Night Without a Bed. You say yes to giving up your bed for one night, and then raise awareness and funds for families who don't have a safe place to sleep. Be the change. #NightWithoutABed #FPGNightWithoutABed #FamilyPromiseGwinnett #EndFamilyHomelessnessNow

It isn't too late to be a part of the movement to end family homelessness by raising awareness and helping Family Promise of Gwinnett increase their capacity to serve more families in need of housing stability! Sign up by going to https://secure.qgiv.com/event/nightwithoutabed2026/ #NightWithoutABed #FPGNightWithoutABed #FamilyPromiseGwinnett #EndFamilyHomelessnessNow

1 in 30 CHILDREN experiences homelessness in the U.S. every year. That's not a statistic. That's a classmate. A neighbor. A kid at your child's school. This August, we are sleeping out so they don't have to. Register at https://secure.qgiv.com/event/nightwithoutabed2026/ #NightWithoutABed #FPGNightWithoutABed #FamilyPromiseGwinnett #EndFamilyHomelessnessNow

This is more than a house. It’s a place families can call home. Want to help us make an impact? Join us for Night Without a Bed! Comment Night and we will DM you with details! #NightWithoutABed #EndFamilyHomelessness #FamilyPromiseGwinnett #FPGNightWithoutABed

SHOUTOUT to St. Edward's Episcopal Church in Lawrenceville for registering for Night Without a Bed! They're sleeping out this August, led by longtime volunteer and member Darcey Tatum, and fundraising to help families in Gwinnett County find stability and hope. Check out their fundraising page at https://secure.qgiv.com/event/nightwithoutabed2026/team/1041478/ and show them some love! Is YOUR group in? There's STILL plenty of time to register and join the movement. #NightWithoutABed #FPGNightWithoutABed #YouAreTheBackbone

Did you know that 1 in 22 children will experience homelessness by the time they turn 18? Here at Family Promise of Gwinnett, we believe that every child experiencing homelessness is a child too many. Help us raise awareness and funds by choosing one night to go without a bed in August. Then, share your why with friends and family and ask them to give, pray, volunteer or join in! #NightWithoutABed #FPGNightWithoutABed #FamilyPromiseGwinnett #EndChildHomelessnessNow

Homelessness doesn't always look the way we picture it. For families in Gwinnett, it looks like sleeping in a car with your kids. It looks like sleeping in the living room of a friend's apartment. It looks like couch-surfing week after week, never knowing where you'll sleep next. 1 in 22 children in the U.S. experiences homelessness by the time they turn 18. These are our neighbors. Their kids are in our schools. Night Without a Bed exists to shine a light on that reality, and raise $50,000 this August to help families find stability, shelter, and hope. Join us. Register at https://secure.qgiv.com/event/nightwithoutabed2026/ #NightWithoutABed #FPGNightWithoutABed #FamilyHomelessness #GwinnettCounty

Night Without a Bed is nearly here!! Sign up below to help us fundraise and spread the word to help end family homelessness in the month of August! #nightwithoutabed #familypromiseofgwinnett #endfamilyhomelessness

Night Without a Bed is OFFICIALLY starting tomorrow, but we have opened sign-ups a day early for all those eager to get involved!!! This August, we're inviting individuals, youth groups, students, and communities across Gwinnett to give up their beds for one night and raise funds for children and families experiencing homelessness. Did you know 1 in 30 children in the United States experiences homelessness every year? Families in our community are sleeping in cars, doubled up in apartments, and going night after night without the comfort of a home. Your one night of solidarity can change that. Register yourself or your group today, set up your fundraising page, and start raising toward our collective goal of $50,000. Sleep out so a child doesn't have to. Link to join in bio! #NightWithoutABed #FPGNightWithoutABed #EndFamilyHomelessness

The 5 Day Countdown is ON!!!! Be a part of the movement to end child and family homelessness by going just one night without a bed. Can you tell our team is ready? @mallarylcov Monique Aimable Debra Shelton Jazmyne Whited Andrea McMahon Comment NIGHT to learn how to join in! #FPGNightWithoutABed #NightWithoutABed #EndFamilyHomelessnessNow #FamilyPromiseGwinnett #EndChildHomelessnessNow #GwinnettCounty #Community

Something is coming this August. It starts with one night. It changes everything for a family in need. Stay tuned… Night Without a Bed kicks off August 1st. Are you ready to sleep out so a child doesn't have to? #NightWithoutABed #FPGNightWithoutABed #FamilyPromiseGwinnett #EndChildHomelessnessNow

Today we’re saying goodbye to our wonderful intern, Brianna! Her summer semester with us has come to an end, and we are excited for her as she is going to welcome her first baby very soon! We’re so excited for this new chapter and so thankful for everything she’s done for Family Promise of Gwinnett Her cookie cake only says “Bye” on it because there simply wasn’t enough room in the world (or the cake) to express just how much we appreciate her.

🍽️ Mission Monday! There are only 3 meal slots left to help provide dinner for families staying at Promise Haven! A warm meal is more than food; it's a reminder that our families are seen, cared for, and supported as they work toward stable housing. Can your family, small group, business, or church fill one of our remaining spots? Sign up today and make a meaningful difference, one meal at a time! ❤️ See link in comments! 👇 #FamilyPromiseGwinnett #PromiseHaven #ServeWithPurpose #EndFamilyHomelessness #CommunityInAction

Sometimes, a simple ride can make all the difference. One of the families in our program is currently without a vehicle and relies on Uber to get to work each day. We're looking for donations of Uber gift cards to help cover transportation costs next week so she can continue working, earning income, and moving toward her goals. If you're able to donate an Uber gift card, we would be incredibly grateful. Your generosity helps remove barriers and keeps families moving forward. Thank you for being part of their journey! 💙

Happy Birthday to our spectacular intern Jazmyne! 🎉💙 We hope your birthday celebration is just as sweet as you are! Thank you for sharing your kind heart and bright smile with us every day. Wishing you a year filled with joy, laughter, and many blessings. Help us wish Jazmyne a very happy birthday! 🥳🎂

A heartfelt thank you to Girl Scout Troop 22209 for their thoughtful donation of handmade teddy bears! 🧸💙 Over the past year, these talented Girl Scouts learned to sew and lovingly created each bear to bring comfort to children in our care. We are so grateful for your kindness, hard work, and generous hearts. Thank you for making a difference, one teddy bear at a time!

Happy Fourth of July! ❤️🤍💙 As we celebrate our nation's independence, we're reminded that true freedom begins with the stability of a safe place to call home. At Family Promise of Gwinnett, our mission is to mobilize communities to end and prevent family homelessness, one family at a time. Every family deserves the opportunity to build a future filled with hope, dignity, and independence. This Independence Day, we're grateful for our volunteers, donors, congregations, community partners, and supporters who make that mission possible. Thank you for helping families move from crisis to stability and toward lasting independence. Wishing you and your loved ones a safe and happy Fourth of July! #FourthOfJuly #FamilyPromiseGwinnett #EndHomelessness #Community #Hope #Independence

✨ Thoughtful Thursday ✨ A hardworking single mom in our Strong Foundations program is looking for one simple item to help care for her home- a rechargeable weed wacker! Having the right tools can make maintaining her yard easier while she focuses on building a stable future for her family. If you have a new or gently used rechargeable battery-powered weed wacker to donate, or would like to purchase one, please send us a message. Every gift helps remove barriers and encourages families on their journey toward lasting stability. 💙 #ThoughtfulThursday #StrongFoundations #FamilyPromiseGwinnett #CommunitySupport #HopeInAction

On Saturday, June 13th , a vehicle struck the back exterior of Promise Haven. Thankfully, no one was injured, and we were able to temporarily relocate our families to an AirBnb for a week. After assessments from engineers and contractors, the families were able to move back in on June 20th! We are incredibly grateful to the Emergency Response Team from The Fountain Church for coming so quickly and clearing the debris and installing the plywood to block off the new entrance! We are so grateful to have such amazing partner churches who are always one call away! While there is still work to be done, we're grateful to continue providing a safe place for families experiencing homelessness. We'll continue to keep you updated as renovations progress.

A huge thank you to Special Kneads and Treats for helping us celebrate one of our amazing Strong Foundations moms! 🎓🧁 This wonderful mom is graduating from college this weekend, and Special Kneads and Treats, Inc. made the celebration even sweeter by donating an assortment of cupcakes for her and her family to enjoy. We’re so proud of her hard work and grateful for community partners who help us celebrate these special milestones!

Andrea, Carol, and Monique had a wonderful time attending our amazing community partner Northside Hospital’s Healthcare Summit! We enjoyed connecting with local healthcare professionals and fellow nonprofit leaders who are all working to make a difference in our community. Thank you to Northside Hospital for hosting such a meaningful event and for the incredible services you continue to provide to families across our community. We are grateful for partners who care so deeply about helping others! 💙

Last chance to sign up for our Mobility Mentor Training this Saturday, 5/30 at 10 AM! Comment "Mentor" and we will register you and send you all the infomation! #Mentor #MakeADifference #VolunteeringIsCaring #StrongerTogether #CommunityImpact

Please join us in welcoming our newest summer intern, Brianna, to the team at Family Promise of Gwinnett￼! ☀️ Brianna has come on board for the summer and will be helping our wonderful intern Jazmyne lead our Strong Foundations Mentoring Program. We are so excited to have her energy, passion, and heart for serving families joining us this season!

“The best preparation for tomorrow is doing your best today.” ✨ Each week, our families at Promise Haven share motivational quotes on the fridge as reminders to keep pushing forward. At Family Promise of Gwinnett, we work alongside families every day to build skills, grow confidence, and take steps toward a brighter future — one day at a time. 💙

A big thank you to Life Chapel Church who showered our moms with love this Mothers Day weekend! The moms were able to enjoy a delicious brunch and received baskets filled with care items! We are so grateful to have a community that pours into the guests that we serve! ❤️

Our team is so excited to welcome everyone to tonight’s Keep the Promise Bingo Night! We are ready for a great night of food, fun, prizes and are especially excited to showcase the houses decorated by former Promise Haven Guests!!! Doors open at 6, Dinner served at 6:30, and Bingo begins at 7! Thank you for all who are attending tonight, and let the bingo begin! 🎱💫

A big thank you to Jacquita who reached out to local businesses and got us some gifts for our Bingo Night tomorrow!! We are excited to see who’s taking home some of our very special certificates/baskets and hope you are coming to win!

Last chance to grab your seat! 🎉 Keep the Promise Bingo Night is almost here, and you won’t want to miss it. Join us for a fun-filled evening of bingo, great prizes, and an opportunity to make a lasting impact for families in our community. Spots are limited and time is running out—register now and be part of something meaningful. Bring a friend, come ready to play, and help us Keep the Promise. Click here to register: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/keepthepromisebingonight/ We can’t wait to see you there!

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