The Bezos Day One Fund has selected Time for Change Foundation (TFCF) and their dynamic leadership team, Kim Carter – Founder and Vanessa Perez – Executive Director to be the recipient of the 2020 Day 1 Families Leadership Award of 1.25 million dollars.
The Day 1 Families Fund issues annual leadership awards to organizations and civic groups doing compassionate, needle-moving work to provide shelter and hunger support to address the immediate needs of young families.
Currently, TFCF operates in 17 locations which spans from the Inland Empire to the Bay Area combating the effects of homelessness, family separation and the housing crisis.
The mission of Time for Change Foundation is to empower disenfranchised low income individuals and families by building leadership through evidence-based programs and housing to create self-sufficiency and thriving communities.
TFCF is the national model of excellence for creating self-sufficient families and thriving communities which have quality education and training programs, housing and employment programs, effective family reunification programs, and so much more!
Our shared belief in the mission is the foundation upon which we execute our commitment to the success of Time for Change Foundation. We believe in the following to be true and in line with some of our core values like respect, compassion, integrity, and professionalism.
At Time for Change Foundation, we provide a number of services to our clients and local communities. Our services are focused around our mission and commitment of empowering disenfranchised low income individuals and families
Our main goal is that families transition into permanent housing with the capability to maintain housing where a family can thrive
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We offer programs to our clients to prepare them for obstacles they may face when they reach the ability to live on their own.
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We provide education, counseling, and therapy to help our clients overcome alcohol and/or other drug abuse challenges.
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Offering leadership development and civic engagement empowering women to be the change they want to see in their family.
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We are trailblazers in creating a housing model providing low-income housing and a safe place where local families can thrive.
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Offering training and projects for clients and partners wanting to make a positive change for themselves and their community.
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After being incarcerated for so long I did not realize that I was institutionalized. TFCF supported me with no attachments and helped me learn how to be free. They understand what it feels like being incarcerated and know exactly what I needed. Throughout my discomforts, outbursts, trials and tribulations, and character defects TFCF continued to lovingly support and guide me. I have been able to receive one-on-one therapy, get 24-hour care when it comes to my needs or questions, and best of all they have provided me with a safe, stable, healthy place to live. I’m also grateful for the Positive Futures program. Without it, I would have never gotten the opportunity to come to Time for Change.
For the first time I am doing things that I never thought of doing. Things such as getting my daughter’s birth certificate for the first time, cooking meals, also going to events and having fun with my daughter. My little one is happy and stable, going to school and spending quality time with a mother that loves her. I now believe in second chances and this would not be possible without Time for Change!
Carde Taylor was released from prison on March 20, 2019, after doing over 20 years. After serving so many years in prison with convictions on your record, not being able to find a good job was a serious problem for Carde. Carde’s goals are to enroll in online computer classes and to save enough to have a place of her own, further her education, and continue to build stronger family relationships. She has expressed that Time for Change Foundation has made it possible for her to have a job, and for her to have a home!
Bezos Day 1 Fund recognizes local leaders with 1.25-million-dollar award California (December 9, 2020): The Bezos Day 1 Families Fund launched in 2018 to fund organizations that work to provide shelter and other support to families experiencing homelessness. The Day 1 Families Fund issues annual leadership awards to organizations and civic groups doing this work, and the grants are unique...
Welcome to your new home Ashley! Ashley began her journey with TFCF just 7 months ago after her release from incarceration. In those short 7 months, she has turned her life around and has now moved into her own apartment! This is a huge step on the path of regaining full custody of her children. Follow along with the video...
Latino Community Foundation announces $2M in Grants for COVID-19 in public relief efforts helping latino farming workers. SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--As Thanksgiving nears, Latino Community Foundation (LCF) is investing another $2 million in funds for 43 Latino-led organizations across California working on the frontlines of COVID-19 and wildfire relief. These grants represent the latest round of investments from two critical funds: Love Not Fear, established...
