Family Promise of Gallatin Valley receives donation of Transitional Home

BOZEMANFamily Promise, the nation’s leading nonprofit addressing family homelessness and early learning is thrilled to announce the gift of a home donated by an anonymous community member. The home will be the 11th transitional housing unit owned or operated by Family Promise. In addition, Family Promise operates three emergency shelter locations and Rising Stars Early Learning Center.

The 2500 square foot “Sunrise Home” will become part of Family Promise’s Stabilization Program, for families that have graduated from emergency shelter. By providing transitional housing, coupled with comprehensive case management, families will be equipped to successfully navigate Bozeman’s unique housing environment.

Families can stay in transitional housing for up to two years. This length of time provides consistency and stability for children, gives families time to create and implement a savings plan, and builds a positive rental history. Families will continually be working towards finding permanent housing during their participation.

According to Family Promise Executive Director Christel Chvilicek, “We are so incredibly grateful that, in this housing market, this person made a legacy gift that will support families and children for years to come. Their donation will not only changes lives but will allow this important work to carry on in our community and perhaps inspire others to make a difference.”

When in transitional housing, families will pay rent based on their income, and is increased every six months. Half of the rent supports the cost of maintenance on the home. The other half is placed in a saving account that is returned to the renter upon graduation. Transitional housing is imperative to Family Promise’s ability to serve families experiencing homelessness and ensure long-term stable housing. When families graduate, the have a rental reference, money for a down payment and first of last months rent.

To learn more about the impact of Family Promise in our community, visit familypromisegv.org or call (406) 582-7388.