The children of Families Helping Families’ moms are like so many other kids: when they have a goal in mind, nothing will get in their way.

This is “J”, the son of a former FHF mom. At 2 years old, he was a wonderful little guy who loved climbing and exploring.

When J’s mom found him attempting to “escape” using the balcony, she knew something had to be done. She tightly secured the lock on the door and watched J, wanting to be certain he couldn’t open it. But J had other plans. He worked tirelessly, pushing and pulling, using toys as tools. Finally, with his 2-year-old ingenuity, he opened the lock. He would have walked out on the balcony alone if his mom had not been watching.

Something had to be done. The mentors called a handyman who quickly understood that no reachable lock would stop this little boy. He installed a new, heavier lock at a point several feet higher than the first.

When J attempted to reach up to the new lock, his mom and both mentors watched, admiring his unwavering determination. But he had finally met his match, and he wasn’t happy about it. He did try pulling a chair over to the door, but his mom put a stop to that.

J’s a young man now. His mentors think of him often, never doubting that he will continue to meet each challenge with the same determination he used to get out on the balcony. He has a very promising future ahead.

Get ready for an evening of impact and inspiration! Our annual Benefit Dinner is coming this October, and you absolutely won’t want to miss it. This is our biggest event of the year, and your support helps us continue our vital work in the community. Save the date, share the love, and prepare for a night that truly makes a difference. More details and official invitations will be sentout closer to the event. To become a sponsor or donate items for our raffles, please contact Sue using the link below.

A reliable vehicle can be the key to keeping a job, getting children to school, and building a stable future.

Families Helping Families is seeking safe, reliable used vehicles for families in our program. Unlike many organizations that sell donated cars, we connect them directly with families working toward self-sufficiency.

If you have a reliable vehicle you no longer need, please consider donating it to help a local family move forward!

(AND don’t forget gift cards for gas stations help our clients to fill their tanks!)

Mail physical cards to:
Families Helping Families
P.O. Box 8, Naperville, IL 60566