A replicable model for school foundations and nonprofits supporting families in crisis

A replicable model for school foundations and nonprofits supporting families in crisis

How nonprofit leaders can simplify reporting, build trust, and prove impact without overwhelming their teams.

PUBLISHED Jul 02, 2025 at 07:45 AM EDT See Original Article Six months after the Eaton Wildfires ravaged Los Angeles County (Altadena and Palisades), many families are still navigating systems and deliberating on whether or how to rebuild. As the 2025 hurricane season begins, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) warns it may be one of the most active in decades, a stark reminder that communities must prepare even as they recover. Amid these escalating th

Learn how governments and nonprofits can simplify eligibility determination to reduce staff burden, accelerate program delivery, and improve accuracy and accountability.

Learn how governments and nonprofits can design inclusive, multilingual, mobile-friendly forms that improve access, reduce staff burden, and build trust with communities.

How governments and nonprofits can optimize forms, data, and eligibility to deliver programs faster, more equitably, and with full accountability. When public agencies and nonprofits manage critical community programs, the stakes are high. Families rely on timely aid, funders expect transparency, and staff often face overwhelming administrative tasks. That’s why we hosted our recent webinar, Deliver Programs Faster and Fairer: How to Optimize Forms, Data, and Eligibility. Th

Program Overview The Los Angeles County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (DCBA) partnered with FORWARD to launch the Empower_u Fund, a groundbreaking NaCo award winning program that provides direct financial aid and wraparound services to survivors of domestic violence. LA County Empower_u Program administered by FORWARD won th 2025 NaCo Achievement Award From the start, Empower_u’s success was evident: demand in the first round far exceeded available funding, hig

The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) sought to launch a state-wide housing stabilization program to support low-income immigrant and refugee households. Facing challenges in implementation and community engagement, DSHS turned to FORWARD for a comprehensive solution. This case study explores how FORWARD enabled DSHS and its grantees to increase operational capacity and administer innovative programming at scale. Challenges The Washington State

FORWARD’s innovative solution streamlined Multnomah County’s benefits application process, reducing complexity and increasing accessibility for residents. Learn more about how this comprehensive platform addresses common challenges while improving efficiency for both applicants and administrators. Challenges That Multnomah County Faced to Connect Residents to Resources Like many other jurisdictions, Multnomah County faced many obstacles while trying to provide accessible serv

The Los Angeles County Empower_u Program is breaking new ground in providing direct relief to residents at risk of displacement. Partnering with community-based organizations like Project Peacemakers , the program connects vulnerable residents—including survivors of domestic violence—to critical financial resources and supportive services. In this webinar, you’ll hear firsthand how Empower_u and Project Peacemakers are transforming access to assistance for Angelenos, and wha

St. Louis, Missouri, home to 300,000 residents, including a 45% African American population and 24% low-income households, faces significant equity and economic challenges. Administering multiple initiatives such as rental assistance, Project R&R, and Guaranteed Basic Income stretched city resources and reduced efficiency. With FORWARD’s enterprise solution, the city streamlined operations, expanded access to services, and delivered programs more effectively. “FORWARD has wor