MOVE TO PROSPER

Non-profit organization in Columbus, OH (show on map)

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★★☆☆☆

4 reviews

A 3-year program empowering low-wage families with life coaching, rent support, and monthly programs to achieve economic mobility and wellness.

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About

Families Flourish is a three-year program that empowers low-wage families and their children to gain economic security. Our graduates raised their incomes by 58%, or $17,000 on average, and improved their mental and physical health.

We equip families with tools they need to flourish, including career and financial coaching. Our partial rental support enables them to move to neighborhoods with quality housing, better schools and a safe environment for their children. Working together, Families Flourish families set and achieve their personal goals.

3-year comprehensive program

Life coaching

Rental support

Monthly workshops

Higher opportunity neighborhoods

Services

Life Coaching

One-on-one coaching to support families in reaching financial, career, wellness, and housing goals.

Personalized coaching Financial capability Health & wellness Career advice

Rental Support

Partial rental support for 3 years, transitioning from $500/month to $400/month.

Monthly rental subsidy Safe and quality housing Higher opportunity neighborhoods

Monthly Workshops & Programs

Monthly workshops and programs focused on financial capability, health & wellness, and career advice.

Financial capability workshops Health & wellness sessions Career development programs

Credentials & Certifications

The Ohio State University Evaluation Team

Since 2024

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Rating

★★☆☆☆

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does Families Flourish offer? +

Group workshops online and in-person with other families for 3 years; One-on-one life coaching for 3 years; Rental support for 3 years: $500 per month for 18 months, then $400 per month for the final 18 months paid directly to the landlord.

I’m about to be evicted. Can Families Flourish help families who are in a housing emergency? +

No, we are not set up for emergency assistance.

Does Families Flourish help families who are homeless? +

Yes, some of our families do come from homelessness but are able to show a measure of stability in their lifestyle and work history.

Are families eligible if they have a criminal record? +

Yes they are still eligible to apply and are considered on a case by case basis.

Do families need to have custody of their child(ren)? +

Yes, they need to have residential custody of their child(ren) with a plan to attend the local school district associated with their Families Flourish housing.

I am in addiction recovery. Can I still apply? +

Yes! If you are in recovery, you can apply! You will need to have residential custody of your child(ren).