Our Story
The Interfaith Hospitality Network (IHN program (now known as Family Promise®) began in Union County, New Jersey in 1988 in response to the growing number of families experiencing homelessness that were seeking shelter and support services. Based on this model, a number of communities have successfully implemented IHN programs for families experiencing homelessness. Currently, there are nearly 200 Networks throughout the United States and others under development. Including Moore County, there are eight Networks in North Carolina.
Family Promise® of Moore County opened its doors to families experiencing homelessness in January of 2000. For many years, FPMC followed the national model of using churches for overnight lodging, congregations for volunteers, social service agencies for referrals and an existing facility for a day center.
However, in 2016, Family Promise® of Moore County purchased a 3,500 square foot home located at 400 Saunders Boulevard in Aberdeen, NC. The home has five bedrooms and 6-1/2 bathrooms, kitchen, dining room, play room, den, laundry and a fenced in playground. It also has office space for staff and a clothing closet for residents.
The shelter is supported by volunteers from 17 area congregations and organizations. These volunteers perform a variety of duties including preparing an evening meal, spending time in fellowship with the families and spending the night, to ensure the comfort and safety of all.
Our Team
Board Statement
An independent Board of Directors oversees all operations of Family Promise® of Moore County. They provide vision, direction, and guidance and work toward the promotion and expansion of the network. The Family Promise® of Moore County Executive Director and Case Manager work with parents to develop a case management plan and also advocate for the services and assistance that families need to regain their self-sufficiency. Parents may receive both parenting and financial education classes while in our program.
Meet the Board
Meet the Staff
Partner Congregations and Organizations
These are our Partners in caring. Visit them by clicking on their names, which are linked to their websites.
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority
Bethesda Presbyterian Church
Brownson Memorial Presbyterian Church
Christ Community Church
Community Congregational Church
Culdee Presbyterian Church
Emmanuel Episcopal Church
First Baptist Church of Southern Pines
Our Saviour Lutheran Church
Pinehurst United Methodist Church
St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church
Sacred Heart Catholic Church
Sandhills Jewish Congregation
Southern Pines United Methodist Church
Trinity Christian Fellowship(Note: All links open in a new window)
Where We Are
Map and Directions for Family Promise® of Moore County
Below is a map of our location. For directions, simply enter your current address and press, "Get Route". In addition to turn-by-turn directions, a route map will appear on the Google® Map. The turn-by-turn directions is printable.
