FPTV is heading into a major remodeling project beginning in early July! We are thrilled to add expanded dining spots, a larger guest laundry room (going from one washer and dryer set to four!) with an attached playroom along with a multi-purpose room to help us in providing relevant support to the families we serve. We are most excited about the addition of our commercial kitchen as this has been our dream since day one of building ownership! The kitchen is the heart of the home and sharing food together is one area where we can all gather as a community, knocking down the walls that sometimes stand between us. We can’t wait. Our kitchen manager, Eric, has worked hard to cook hot meals off site and then bring back to the shelter and serve our guests. Thank you Eric, Rise Church and Lake Grove Presbyterian along with a ton of dedicated volunteers to make this happen each week!

Summer break is just a few weeks away, and FPTV staff and volunteers are working hard to provide exciting and educational opportunities for all the children at Bridge to Home, similar to those enjoyed during spring break. One resident described the spring break experience as "absolutely amazing," noting it was "such a wonderful week for children and adults." Another resident appreciated the daily activities, saying, "It was so good to know there was an activity every day to break up the break. Thank you so much for planning all of this. With limited space in the rooms, cabin fever is real, and the activities helped."

Thanks to all our supporters who made the fabulous spring break programming possible! We are now asking our community supporters to join us once again by volunteering or financially sponsoring an activity for the youth at Bridge to Home. From providing bubbles, popsicles, and sidewalk chalk to volunteering for our Summer Olympics Day, your participation can bring joy to a child.

In our recent celebration of Mother’s Day, children were provided the opportunity to personalize greeting cards and craft tissue paper flower arrangements for their mothers or the caring adult who serves as their mother figure. Many thanks to Nancy Scott, the Lake Oswego Stake of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the Wilsonville Seminary Class, and our fabulous Coco Club volunteers who made this celebration possible. In addition to showering their mothers with love, many children also made cards and flower arrangements for the volunteers who give tirelessly. The project brought smiles and even a few tears of joy from moms and volunteers alike. 

Consider joining our dedicated team of volunteers! You will work hand-in-hand with our staff to help program families regain sustainable independence.

“The sincere, kind, and thoughtful interactions of the volunteers with the residents at Family Promise never cease to inspire and amaze me.” - Coco Club volunteer speaking about fellow volunteers

“We all loved working at Bingo night!! The kids were adorable, and it was nice to meet Karen. We all had a lot of fun." – Bingo night mom volunteering with two daughters 

For volunteering opportunities, contact Gina@familypromiseoftv.org. Thank you!

Karen, one of our invaluable volunteers, has been honored with Tigard's esteemed First Citizen Award, and we couldn't be prouder! Her tireless dedication embodies the spirit of our community. Whether it's leading movie night, bingo night, or supporting other Family Promise enrichment activities, Karen is a force for positive change. She doesn't just show up; she actively participates, ensuring that her voice resonates and her efforts make a meaningful impact on our residents. Karen's commitment to making a difference is an inspiration to us all.

Your support fuels our mission and makes a real difference in the lives of those we serve. Below are some items that would greatly benefit our ongoing efforts:

• Diapers- size newborn, two, five and six.
• Google play and Apple gift cards
• McDonald's, Fred Meyer, and Amazon gift cards
• Sunscreen
• Nail clippers
• Large event tent
• Socks for babies and toddlers