Family Promise, its former residents overcome stuggles to create foundation for homeless families
Editor’s note: This is part 3 of a three-part series on Family Promise of Gwinnett, a program which helps homeless families return to a normal life. In this part we see what the program has become and meet its star student. While it took years to deal with the emotional aftermath of being homeless, Stephanie Potra’s […]
A Brighter Promise — Former Homeless Teen, Nonprofit Took Steps To Improve Lives
Editor’s note: This is part 2 of a three-part series on Family Promise of Gwinnett, a program which helps homeless families return to a normal life. This part focuses on how Stephanie Potra began to deal with the trauma of being a homeless teen, and we meet current Executive Director Carol Love. LAWRENCEVILLE — Stephanie Potra, an […]
As a homeless teen, she hated Family Promise. As an adult, she fought to make it better.
Editor’s note: This is the first of a three-part series on Family Promise of Gwinnett, a program which helps homeless families return to a normal life. Part One focuses on Stephanie Potra, who went through the program as a teenager during the Great Recession, and the trauma homelessness caused her to suffer. Read More at Gwinnett […]
14th Annual Bed Race Supports Gwinnett’s Homeless Families
Family Promise of Gwinnett is gearing up for its marquee Bed Race event on April 26, 2025. The Historic Square in downtown Lawrenceville will host teams from local businesses, organizations, churches, and schools. Teams will compete in timed heats while racing their decorated beds around the racecourse. “Our Bed Race continues our mission of supporting […]