40th Anniversary - Families Forward40th Anniversary - Families Forward
  • About
    • Our Story, Mission, Vision & Values
    • Leadership, Staff & Board of Directors
    • News & Updates
    • Financial Information
    • Family Homelessness in OC
  • Services
    • Request Services
    • Housing Program
    • Affordable Housing
    • Housing Resources
    • Community Market
    • Mental Health Counseling
    • Utility Assistance
    • Career Services
    • Medical Resources
    • Government Assistance
    • Clothing Resources
    • Community Resources
  • Donate
    • Donate Now
    • Monthly Giving
    • Margie Legacy Fund
    • Holiday Giving Programs
    • Back to School Giving
    • Join our Circle of Impact
    • Planned Giving
    • Community Market Donations
    • Host a Food Drive
      • Schedule a Donation Drive
    • Shop and Donate
    • Thank You to Our Donors
    • Donor FAQs
  • Get Involved
    • Volunteer Opportunities
    • Employment Opportunities
    • Young Professionals
  • Events
    • Help Them Home
    • Gala
  • Housing Providers
    • Become a Housing Partner
    • Annual Housing Partner Appreciation Event
  • Connect
    • Contact Us
    • Request a Tour
DONATE
  • About
    • Our Story, Mission, Vision & Values
    • Leadership, Staff & Board of Directors
    • News & Updates
    • Financial Information
    • Family Homelessness in OC
  • Services
    • Request Services
    • Housing Program
    • Affordable Housing
    • Housing Resources
    • Community Market
    • Mental Health Counseling
    • Utility Assistance
    • Career Services
    • Medical Resources
    • Government Assistance
    • Clothing Resources
    • Community Resources
  • Donate
    • Donate Now
    • Monthly Giving
    • Margie Legacy Fund
    • Holiday Giving Programs
    • Back to School Giving
    • Join our Circle of Impact
    • Planned Giving
    • Community Market Donations
    • Host a Food Drive
      • Schedule a Donation Drive
    • Shop and Donate
    • Thank You to Our Donors
    • Donor FAQs
  • Get Involved
    • Volunteer Opportunities
    • Employment Opportunities
    • Young Professionals
  • Events
    • Help Them Home
    • Gala
  • Housing Providers
    • Become a Housing Partner
    • Annual Housing Partner Appreciation Event
  • Connect
    • Contact Us
    • Request a Tour

Contact Us

Families Forward
8 Thomas, Irvine, CA 92618
Phone: (949) 552-2727
Email: info@families-forward.org or contact us online

Hours of Operation:
Monday-Friday 9:00 am-5:00 pm (Please note, our office and market are closed Monday, May 26th in observance of Memorial Day).

Community Market (Food Pantry):
Operates Monday-Thursday 10 am – 12 pm and 12:30 pm – 3 pm

Families Forward is a 501(c)(3) organization
Federal Tax ID #: 33-0086043
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Families Forward News

  • New Community Market provides families in need some dignity with their dairy - Daily Pilot Feb. 15, 2025
    Families Forward officially launched the Community Market on Wednesday with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at its Irvine headquarters.
  • COMMENTARY To Build Trust in Philanthropy, nonprofits and funders must intentionally connect
    Without trust, philanthropy’s ability to achieve social change is limited. Trust is essential — and it’s a two way street. Commentary by Taryn Palumbo
  • Seen and Be Seen: Families Forward 40th Anniversary Gala
    It was a celebration under the stars for the 400 guests who attended Families Forward’s 40th anniversary bash.
  • Four women-led nonprofits break bread with community at shared campus in Santa Ana
    Community Open House. Four nonprofits that serve Orange County — Big Brothers Big Sisters of Orange County and the Inland Empire, Families Forward, Girls Inc. of Orange County and the Orange County Human Relations Council — now operate from the same hub in Santa Ana.
  • Costa Mesa Affordable Housing Project to House 8 At-Risk Families
    The "Bungalows" features 8 units built through a partnership of nonprofit organizations, elected officials, and building industry professionals.

2023 Donor Impact Report

Families Forward - Impact Report 2023

Read the 2023 Donor Impact Report Online

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