100 Families Ingham County Alliance Newsletter – May 2025

100 Families Ingham County Alliance Newsletter – May 2025 “Together, We’re Moving Families from Crisis to Stability” Dear Alliance Partners, We are filled with gratitude for your partnership and commitment to healing and transforming lives in Ingham County. Since our official launch just a few short weeks ago, the momentum has been powerful—proof that collective […]

100 Families Lansing is Launching – Join the Movement!

We are beyond excited! 🎉 After nine months of preparation, dedication, and unwavering commitment, the 100 Families Initiative is officially launching! Just like bringing new life into the world, these past nine months have been filled with challenges, growth, and transformation. And now, our baby is ready to be born! Since our pre-launch, we have: […]

From Homelessness to Stability: Mary’s Inspiring Journey

Breaking the Cycle of Trauma Mary’s story is one of resilience, faith, and transformation. As a child, she endured severe emotional and mental trauma after being abandoned. The pain of her past followed her into adulthood, impacting her ability to find stability. As a single mother of three, she faced overwhelming challenges—homelessness, underemployment, and mental […]

Tackling Poverty in Lansing: How 100 Families Brings Hope Through Collaboration

Lansing, one of Michigan’s major cities, faces a significant challenge with a poverty rate of 22%—nearly double the state average of 12%. Even more alarming, an estimated 500 children in Lansing are homeless each night. Despite the presence of numerous resources in the city, a lack of collaboration among agencies often creates gaps in support […]

Breaking Silos: The Key to Solving Root Problems

In today’s interconnected world, solving complex challenges requires collaboration across boundaries. Yet, the tendency to work in silos—whether within organizations, communities, or sectors—often hinders progress. Silos limit communication, breed inefficiency, and prevent us from addressing the root causes of problems. Breaking these silos is essential for meaningful and lasting impact. The Problem with Silos Silos […]