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We simply cannot do what we do and serve who we serve without YOUR support - THANK YOU!

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Forward Foundation was founded in January of 2020 to fill a much-needed gap for working single parents facing financial hardship. By providing access to a childcare subsidy, education, and career development opportunities, single parents are equipped with the resources they need to make them marketable for career advancement and attain financial stability.

Since Forward Foundation’s inception our enrollment has increased by over 700%. This number reflects how dire the need is for the support we provide. Currently one out of four homes in the US are single parent households. There are an astounding 19 million children being raised in a single parent-led home and childcare is one of the largest expenses these parents face. On average 34% of their total household income goes to childcare expenses. Adults and children in single-parent households are also at a higher risk for adverse health outcomes, including mental illness and unhealthy behaviors. Navigating single parenthood is extremely challenging; even more so when dealing with financial hardship.

Single parents must work, but for many of these families the income they make isn’t enough to cover their basic expenses. During what can feel like a very isolating and uncertain time we help families take the steps they need to move forward. Forward Foundation is unique in that we are filling a gap for families that would not otherwise have access to crucial resources, nor be eligible for support. By providing a hand up and not a hand out, these families are able to achieve financial independence leading to long term financial stability.

Forward Foundation is a 501c3 serving working, single parent families in the Greater Richmond area. We are proud to share we’ve received the Platinum Seal of Transparency which is the highest level of recognition offered by GuideStar, the world's largest source of nonprofit information. For more information, you can visit our website at www.forwardfoundationva.org, or follow us on social media.