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  • Writer: Nicole Hoste-Breslin
    Nicole Hoste-Breslin
  • Feb 17, 2023
  • 1 min read

Updated: Feb 28, 2023

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what is the Saturday Brunch?

text regarding fundraiser

A gathering designed to expand FPGC supporters demonstrates the impact Family Promise has in Genesee County and promotes local philanthropy. Family Promise is fortunate to have so many community partners who assist in carrying out our mission of Ending Homelessness…one family at a time, by providing hospitality, food, shelter, and case management.


We will have families from each of our programs who will share their experiences and how Family Promise helped them. One family from each program will speak on - emergency shelter (in our new Mobile Housing Crisis Unit), Shelter Diversion, Shelter Prevention, or Stabilization.


who will attend?

Concerned community-minded individuals and anyone interested in learning more about how we utilize existing community resources and engage other organizations working toward the same goals, all with an annual budget of $226,000, one full-time and two part-time staff members.


where is it?

Goodrich United Methodist Church, 8071 S. State Road, Goodrich, MI 48438


when is it?

Saturday, March 18, 2024; 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.


is there a cost?

There is a suggested minimum contribution of $75 per guest.

Guests of sponsored tables are not required to make a donation, but we welcome any and all support.



FAQs

  • All support and contributions made at the Saturday Brunch event will directly benefit FPGC programs and services.

  • Additional Questions?

  • Interested in Sponsoring this event? Click the Brunch Sponsor Form below.

  • Need a Table Captain List? Click Table Captain Guest List





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  • Writer: Nicole Hoste-Breslin
    Nicole Hoste-Breslin
  • Oct 12, 2022
  • 4 min read

FPGC is excited to announce it received a grant to begin a Mobile Housing Crisis Center and is advertising for Bids now! Information on specifics and how to submit requests are as follows.


ADVERTISEMENT FOR

Mobile Housing Crisis Center

FOR

Family Promise of Genesee County GENESEE COUNTY, MICHIGAN


Sealed Proposals will be received by the Family Promise of Genesee County, Genesee County, Michigan, for Mobile Housing Crisis Center, located at 2111 Flushing Road, Flint, MI 48504. Proposals will be received at info@familypromiseofgc.org, or P.O. Box 4519 Flint, MI 48504, until October 21, 2022, 5:00 pm. Late submissions will not be considered. All bids received will be opened and publicly read aloud.


Proposals are solicited on the basis of a lump sum price for all labor and material required to complete the project as designed and specified in the contract.

Pictures, descriptions, and specifications should accompany all bids.


The principal items of work include:


Item to be purchased:

Family Promise of Genesee County is looking to purchase a new or used travel trailer/toy hauler for use as a mobile housing crisis center. The trailer will be brought to Flint, Michigan, by the successful bidder. The specifications and the closeness match will greatly affect our entire Mobile Shelter Program objectives. Final determination for the award of this contract belongs to FPGC.


Price and Payment Terms:

Should be stated at the top of your response quote.

All prices submitted on the proposal are to be delivered prices to Family Promise of Genesee County (a registered not-for-profit organization) and shall not include any state or local sales tax.


Requirements/Specifications: (any additional features are welcome)

30-33 foot Forest River XLR Micro Boost toy hauler 27LRLE

  • Dual entry doors

  • 11' Separate Garage

  • RV Queen Bed

  • 190W Solar Panel

  • Three Burner Cooktop

  • 5,000 LB. D-Rings

  • Ultra Cold Weather Heated Holding Water tank

Exterior Features

  • 14.5K Main A/C w/ Ducted Roof Vents

  • Friction Hinge Main Entry Door w/ Large Grab Handle

  • Smooth Metal Front

  • Color Metal Bands On Sidewall

  • Body Armor Enclosed & Insulated Underbelly

  • Heated Underbelly

  • Enclosed Holding Tanks

  • Extra Large 1 1/2ā€ Fresh Water Drain Valve

  • Seamless PVC Roof System

  • Premium Electric Coated or Powder Coated Frames

  • Digital TV Antenna

  • Marine Grade External Speakers

  • Moisture Barrier Floor Enclosure

  • Pet Leash

  • 12’-21’ Power Awning w/ LED Lighting

  • 5ā€ Radius Wood Framed Roof

  • Laminated Aluminum Framed Weather Proof Ramp Door

  • Insulated Storage Doors

  • Oversized Tank Capacities

  • Battery Disconnect Switch

  • High Capacity Water Pump

  • 20# LP Bottles (2) w/ Cover

  • Radius Safety Glass Windows

  • Full Sized Spare Tire

  • Black Tank Flush

  • Back Up Camera Prep

  • Rear LED Strip Lighting Over Door

  • Black Steel Wheels w/ Nitrogen Filled Radial Tires

  • 5,000 lb. D-Rings

  • RVQ Quick Connect LP

  • No Wheel Wells

  • Diamond Plate Front Rock Guard

  • 30AMP Service (TT) 50AMP (FW)

  • Detachable Marine Grade Power Cord

  • Upgraded Main Entry Step

  • Oil and Gas Resistant Residential Linoleum

  • Power Tongue Jack or Landing Gear

Interior Features

  • Dual Zone / HDMI / BT / 2 Zone / APP

  • 2 Interior Speakers

  • 17ā€ Black Oven w/ Glass Cooktop LED Lighting

  • .9 Cu. Ft. Black Microwave

  • 10CF - 12VDC Black Stainless Steel Refrigerator

  • 20,000 BTU Forced Air Ducted Furnace

  • Deep Seated Stainless Steel Kitchen Sink

  • Oval Residential Stainless Steel Lavy Sink

  • Residential Seamless Countertops

  • Ball Bearing Extension Drawer Guides

  • Pre-drilled and Screwed Cabinetry

  • Solid Core Cabinet Stiles

  • LED Interior Lighting

  • Quick Recovery Water Heater

  • Skylight Over Shower

  • Power Vent Fan

  • Medicine Cabinet With Mirror

  • Foot Flush Toilet

  • Residential Walk In Showers

  • Night Stands / Bedside Shelves

  • USB Chargers

  • Master Suite Queen Bed

  • Outside TV Brackets

  • Sat and Cable Prep

  • Magnetic Screen Wall

  • Oil and Gas Resistant Residential Linoleum

  • Large Panoramic Windows

  • Upgraded Residential Furniture

  • Residential Decorative Sheet

  • Solid Interior Passage Doors

  • Fireplace - 5,000 BTU (NA 301LRLE)

Explore Package

  • Sleep N Store Manual Bed System (FW & TT)

  • Sit N Sleep w/ Quick Release (FW & TT)

  • MORryde Main Entry Upgraded Step (FW & TT)

  • Friction Hinge Entry Door (FW & TT)

  • MORryde VIP Patio Deck

  • Industrial Garage Flooring (FW & TT)

  • Exterior Hot & Cold Shower Box STD (FW & TT)

  • Magnetic Screen Wall (FW & TT)

  • Exterior LED Strip Scare Light (FW & TT)

  • LED Interior Lights (FW & TT)

  • PWR Awning - Edge from LCI w/ Blue LEDs (FW & TT)

  • 50 Amp Service FW Only - 2nd A/C Prep - Box, Wires, Ready for Install

  • (2) Interior Speakers & (2) Exterior Speakers (FW & TT)

  • Skylight Over Tub (N/A 21QBS & 29QBX) (FW & TT)

  • Vent Fan Main Bathroom

  • Ducted A/C (FW & TT)

  • Black Tank Flush (FW & TT)

  • PWR Tongue Jack or PWR Landing Gear (TT or FW)

  • TV Prep - Backer, Bracket & Hook Ups Bedroom/Living/Exterior (FW & TT)

  • Renewable Energy 190W Solar Package - 30 Amp Monitor/Battery (FW & TT)

  • Residential Stainless Steel Kitchen & Lavy Sinks (FW & TT)

  • Residential Kitchen Faucet (FW & TT)

  • Sink Cover/Dish Rack (FW & TT)

  • Decorative Kitchen Backsplash (FW & TT)

  • Tub Surround (FW & TT)

  • USB Charging Station (FW & TT)

  • TV Antenna (FW & TT)

  • LP Quick Connect (FW & TT)

  • 5K Tiedowns (FW & TT)

  • Black Steel Wheels (FW & TT)

  • Spare Tire (FW & TT)

  • Pet Leash Latch (FW & TT)

  • Rear Beaver Tail Frame (FW & TT)

  • Barrel Chairs - STD 301LRLE, 335LRLE (2) EACH (FW)

  • Theater Seating Sofa - STD 27LRLE (TT)

Furrion Package

  • Tankless Water Heater (FW & TT)

  • 10CF - 12V Black Refrigerator (FW & TT)

  • 17" Oven w/ 3 Burner Cooktop w/ Glass Cover (FW & TT)

  • .9 Microwave (FW & TT)

  • Slim Range Hood Vent (FW & TT)

  • 2 Zone - HDMI/BT Radio (FW & TT)

  • 30" - 5k BTU Fireplace (N/A 301LRLE)

  • 14.5k BTU STD Main Roof A/C

  • Back Up Camera Prep

Climate Comfort Package

  • (R7) Freon Rigid Urethane Foam Sidewall (FW & TT)

  • (R11) Fiberglass Roof Insulation (FW & TT)

  • Alumnifoil Roof Insulation (FW & TT)

  • (R7) Fiberglass Flooring Insulation (FW & TT)

  • Alumnifoil Insulated Enclosed Underbelly (FW & TT)

  • Roof Attic Vents (FW & TT) - (1) EACH

Optional Equipment

  • 2nd 14.5K A/C (Requires 50 Amp Service) (N/A 25LRLE)

  • 50 Amp Service (TT - 27LRLE & 29LRLE - Located in Garage)

  • TT Fiberglass EXT Sidewall (Includes Upgraded Graphics Package) (TT)

  • FW Fiberglass EXT Sidewall (Includes Upgraded Graphics Package) (FW Mandatory)

  • Inverter 2000W - General Purpose Outlets Only

  • Ultracold Weather Heated Holding Tank 12V Pads

  • Electric Stabilizer Jacks (FW Only)

  • Euro Chair Recliner

  • Bench Dinette w/ Table IPO Theater Seating (27LRLE)

  • 30 GA Fuel Cell with Pumping Station - NO GEN PREP (FW & TT)




The above-referenced project is a federally funded activity authorized under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974. All successful bidders must comply with federal labor standards, including the Davis-Bacon Act and the Copeland Anti-Kickback legislation, federal equal opportunity requirements, and Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968.


Minority/Women/Handicapped business-owned enterprises (MBE/WBE/HBE) and Section 3 business concerns seeking bid opportunities under this Project Notice are encouraged to respond.


A copy of all Project and Contract Documents are on file and are available for inspection on and after Thursday, October 21, 2022, by appointment only, at the following location:


2111 Flushing Road Flint, MI 48504


The right is reserved by Family Promise of Genesee County to accept any bid, to reject any or all bids, and waive any irregularities in any bid in the interest of Family Promise of Genesee County


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In partnership with Genesee Intermediate School District & Family Promise of Mid Michigan

When a family is in crisis, stability starts with support. That’s the guiding belief behind the Shared Housing Intervention Program—SHIP—a collaborative effort betweenĀ Family Promise of Mid MichiganĀ and theĀ Genesee Intermediate School District (GISD) McKinney-Vento ProgramĀ serving bothĀ Genesee and Lapeer Counties.

Through SHIP, we provide wraparound support for families with children who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness—helping them navigate temporary housing situations, connect with resources, and build toward lasting stability.

šŸ’” What is SHIP?

SHIP is designed to meet families where they are:

  • Couch-surfingĀ from house to house

  • Doubling upĀ with friends or relatives

  • Self-paying for motel rooms

  • Living inĀ unsafe or temporary housingĀ not meant to be permanent

Our goal is to help families move from survival mode to a place where they can thrive—withĀ case management, financial coaching, life skills development, and access to basic needsĀ all built into the program.


šŸ‘Øā€šŸ‘©ā€šŸ‘§ā€šŸ‘¦ Who Can Join?

To be eligible for SHIP, families must:

  • Be experiencing homelessness or at immediate risk

  • Live inĀ Genesee or Lapeer County

  • HaveĀ at least one childĀ (of any age) in the household

  • Be referred by aĀ McKinney-Vento school liaison

If you’re not sure who your liaison is, give us a call—we’re happy to help guide you.


šŸ”§ What SHIP Provides

Each family is paired with aĀ dedicated SHIP Case ManagerĀ who:

  • Helps set goals and track progress

  • Offers problem-solving support and advocacy

  • Connects families to resources for housing, employment, and more

  • Ensures kids can access our afterschool and summer programs

In addition, families may receive help with:

  • Rental application fees and short-term rental support

  • Financial counseling, budgeting, and debt reduction

  • Diapers, food, cleaning supplies, and hygiene products

  • Parenting education, transportation, and life skills

  • Help obtaining vital documents like IDs and birth certificates

We also offer special programs like:

  • Holiday Adopt-a-FamilyĀ (Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter)

  • Tools for SchoolĀ supply drive

  • Access to theĀ Family Promise Graduate Program


ā³ How Long Does SHIP Last?

There’s no set time limit. Families can stay connected to SHIP for as long as it takes to reach housing stability and independence. Our approach is flexible, compassionate, and centered around each family’s unique journey.


šŸ›Žļø Need Help?

If you’re a parent in Genesee or Lapeer County and believe your family may qualify, please reach out to your school’s McKinney-Vento liaison. If you need help finding the right contact or have questions about SHIP, you can always contact us directly.

šŸ“§Ā Email:Ā info@familypromiseofgc.orgšŸ“žĀ Call:Ā 810-234-9444🌐 Learn more:Ā www.familypromisemidmichigan.org

šŸ¤ Together, We Can Break the Cycle

Housing instability doesn’t have to be the end of the story. With the right support system, families can find their footing again—and SHIP is here to help them do exactly that.

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