by Cathy | Apr 21, 2017 | Uncategorized
Dear Faithful Partner, As you prepare for Mother’s Day on May 14, 2017, please consider celebrating the amazing women in your life by supporting Building Families with a gift in their honor. Your donation provides vital support to local moms who are striving to...
by Cathy | Mar 23, 2017 | Safe Families for Children
Last weekend Ellicott City Assembly of God had a shower for our newly approved volunteer host family, Jenn and Andy Williams! What an amazing way to celebrate and support these parents as they open up their home to provide a temporary, safe place for kids whose...
by Cathy | Feb 27, 2017 | Agency News & Updates
“The wise are known for their understanding, and pleasant words are persuasive.” Proverbs 16:21 Let’s all think about this powerful proverb for a minute. Let’s ask ourselves if we are seekers of understanding. Let’s examine what we do when we find ourselves in...
by Cathy | Feb 27, 2017 | Community of Hope, Mother's Day
In 2015, Building Families for Children accepted the lead agency role in a collaborative, community mobilizing initiative in Patterson Park called the Community of Hope (COH). Blanca, a resident of Patterson Park for 10 years, was inspired by the initiative to work...
by Cathy | Feb 27, 2017 | Mother's Day, Safe Families for Children, Uncategorized
After escaping a sex trafficking ring, Mo, a single mother was in need of support so she could be the mom God intended her to be for her daughter. Safe Families for Children (SFFC) provided a safety net to help stabilize her family, and each time she was faced with...