Siemer Institute Partnership

When families are stable, our community is stronger. One way that Metro United Way helps individuals strengthen their families is through a partnership with the Siemer Institute; this program works to prevent family homelessness and reduce school mobility so that families gain financial security and their children can succeed in school.

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Story:

FINDING STABILITY AMIDST ADVERSITY: HOW METRO UNITED WAY IMPROVES FAMILIES’ FUTURES

Alexis grew up with learning disabilities that kept her from graduating high school. Without a diploma, she faced a long struggle with unemployment and homelessness.

She gave birth to three children and had to raise them on her own. Even though she experienced years of hardship and poverty, she did not give up.

Alexis wanted better for herself and her children, so she began meeting with a family support case manager twice a week. Now, her constant effort is paying off!

In the past six months, Alexis gained her high school diploma and became a certified nursing assistant (CNA). She’s moved her three children into a stable home and is pursuing a career in nursing…

In 2023

The Siemer Institute Partnership accomplished amazing things in 2023.

  • 377
    families served

  • 778
    children served
    (661 school aged)

  • 76%
    achieved a level of income stability

  • 82%
    achieved a level of housing stability

  • 98%
    avoided having to make an unplanned, unsupported school move

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