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At Family Promise, we spend every day talking with families who have experienced or are at risk of homelessness. We believe that sharing their stories is essential to spreading awareness about family homelessness in the United States. Want to learn more? Check out our recent media coverage below.
Country Music Artist and GRAMMY Nominee Steven Cade’s Giving Guitars Tour
Comes to Family Promise
Steven Cade is raising awareness of the importance of
music by donating guitars to inspire those in need. His Giving
Guitars Tour visits shelters across the country that offer housing
and services to families, youth and individuals experiencing
homelessness, including foster and at-risk-youth, as well as
veterans and low-income schools.
During Cade’s visits, he interacts with residents, donates a guitar
and holds live performances. To date, Cade has visited over 175
shelters across 25 states and 3 countries, and donated over
300 guitars. Cade has been honored by multiple organizations,
such as the Agape House - Prescott, AZ, Memphis Rotary Club
and Family Promise - Missouri City, TX for his Giving Guitars
donations. Cade shares hope and healing through the
power of music.
On November 7 at 10:00 AM, he will visit Family Promise of
Montgomery County in Conroe, TX to donate a guitar and perform live. He will also perform on November 6 at 7:00 PM along with Ian Moore at Dosey Doe Big Barn in The Woodlands.
Family Promise of Montgomery County Announces Annual Fish Fry and Toys
for Cops Collection, Nov. 14
Community fundraiser combines great food, auctions, and giving to support local families and children
Family Promise of Montgomery County invites the community to its Annual Fish Fry on Saturday, November 14, from noon to 3 p.m. at the North Montgomery County Community Center,
600 Gerald Street in Willis.
Guests can enjoy a delicious fried fish meal featuring two sides for $15 per plate, with both dine-in and to-go options available. The event will also feature live and silent auctions, providing
additional opportunities for community members to support local families experiencing homelessness.
Attendees are encouraged to bring a new, unwrapped toy in support of Montgomery County
Precinct 1 Constable Philip Cash's Toys for Cops program, helping bring joy to local children
in need this holiday season. Meals and auction baskets are generously provided by long-time
Family Promise supporters, Steve and Cheryl Anderson.
Proceeds from the Annual Fish Fry will support Family Promise of Montgomery County's mission
of helping families with children overcome homelessness and achieve sustainable independence through shelter, case management, life skills education, and ongoing support services.
“The Annual Fish Fry is one of our favorite ways to bring the community together for great food, fellowship and a shared commitment to supporting families facing housing instability," said
Marilyn Kasmiersky, Executive Director and CEO of Family Promise of Montgomery County.
"We are especially grateful to partner with Constable Philip Cash and the Toys for Cops program. Every meal purchased and every toy donated helps create hope and opportunity for families and children right here in Montgomery County."
Businesses and community members interested in donating auction items are encouraged to
contact Family Promise of Montgomery County. Tickets will be available for purchase at the door.
For more information, call 936-441-8778.
Family Promise Announces Night of Promise Bowl Gala on February 13, 2027
Family Promise of Montgomery County continues its mission of helping families experiencing homelessness achieve lasting independence.
Family Promise of Montgomery County has announced its Night of Promise Bowl Gala, set for Saturday, February 13, 2027, at Margaritaville Resort, Lake Conroe in Montgomery. The football-themed event, held on Super Bowl Eve, will begin with cocktail hour at 6 p.m. and will support the organization's mission of helping families with children overcome homelessness and achieve lasting stability.
Serving as Honorary Chairs are McKade and Libby Mettauer. McKade Mettauer is a former NFL offensive guard for the Kansas City Chiefs, a native of The Woodlands, and a graduate of The Woodlands High School. McKade Mettauer is currently a Loan Advisor with True North Home Loans, a division of American Pacific Mortgage NMLS 1850, where he specializes in delivering clear, strategic lending solutions for buyers and real estate partners.
"We are honored to have McKade and Libby join us as Honorary Chairs for our Night of Promise Gala," said Marilyn Kasmiersky, Executive Director of Family Promise of Montgomery County. "Their connection to our community and passion for helping others make them a wonderful addition to this special event. We look forward to bringing our supporters together for an evening of fun, fellowship, and purpose."
"Success doesn't happen alone. Whether it is on the football field or in life, having the right support system can make all the difference," said McKade Mettauer. "That's what Family Promise provides for families facing homelessness. Libby and I are honored to support this mission and invite the community to join us for the Night of Promise Bowl Gala as we help families build a stronger future."
Family Promise of Montgomery County, a local affiliate of the national Family Promise network, has served families in the community since 2001. Through shelter, support services, transportation assistance, meals, and case management, the nonprofit helps families experiencing homelessness regain stability and build a path toward independence.
Since 2001, Family Promise has provided 85,670 bed nights for 1,168 adults and 2,347 children.
"We rely on the support of many organizations, faith communities, volunteers, and individual donors who help make our mission possible," added Kasmiersky. "This generosity allows us to provide the resources, guidance, and encouragement that families need as they work toward a brighter future."
Family Promise of Montgomery County engages the community throughout the year through fundraising events, partnerships, and volunteer opportunities that support its mission of helping families with children achieve lasting stability.
In addition to the Night of Promise Bowl Gala, Family Promise is involved annually in numerous community events and partnerships, including the Rise Up Luncheon and the Annual Fish Fry. In 2026, Family Promise of Montgomery County was the charity of choice for the WISE Conference held in September in The Woodlands.
Helping families with children overcome homelessness and breaking the cycle of generational homelessness are at the heart of Family Promise of Montgomery County's mission.
Family Promise of Montgomery County is currently seeking gala committee chairs, volunteers, and sponsors to support the Night of Promise Bowl Gala and its mission of helping families experiencing homelessness achieve lasting independence.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
“Help Us Move In” Initiative Combats Homelessness for Families with Children
Family Promise of Montgomery County (Conroe, TX )
Family Promise of Montgomery County received a “Help Us Move In” (HUMI) grant of $10,000 with a required $10,000 match to help families with children escape homelessness by engaging in sustainable solutions.
HUMI is a grant working with Family Promise affiliates across the country to prevent eviction and strengthen rehousing programs through community collaboration. Established in 2016, HUMI works with community organizations to provide services to families at risk or experiencing homelessness by offering a matching grant opportunity. Family Promise affiliates have served more than 4,692 families including over 10,000 children. www.helpusmovein.org.
According to HUMI, the average age of a homeless person is 9 years old and every 2 minutes a child becomes homeless IN OUR COUNTRY. Over 40% of homeless children are under 6 years of age. Families need a home. Healthy families equate toa healthy thriving community. Our community in Montgomery County has over 800 school age youth and children that are homeless with no permanent address according to the Montgomery County Homeless Coalition combining information from all the school districts.
Family Promise of Montgomery County has a goal to raise $150,000 to cover the cost of rehousing families in their program to create long term stability. To date they have $20,000 towards their goal with the HUMI grant and a match by Genesis Medical of $10,000. Marilyn Kasmiersky, Executive Director of Family Promise of Montgomery County, offers a community challenge to get involved to help our families be successful to decrease childhood homelessness.
Dr. David P. Ellent, MD, and CEO of Genesis Medical Group donated $10,000 towards the first HUMI grant match to help stop homeless children in our community.
“I accepted the Help Us Move In (HUMI) $10,000 challenge to match Family Promise’s grant requirement and challenge others to do the same. It’s just that simple.”
Dr. Ellent is an oncologist who started Genesis Medical Group 4 years ago to give people hope. He is passionate about providing affordable healthcare to enable everyone a quality of life.
"Individuals undergoing treatments are defenseless against outside obstacles, much like children. Children need protection against bad influences brought on through homelessness. Genesis Medical Group is passionate about protecting our patients, families, and vulnerable individuals to bring hope. We are honored and proud to match the funds of $10K and challenge others in the community to do the same”.
Kasmiersky is in the trenches daily with families helping them to attain their goals of independence to successfully supporttheir children, empower parents to instill generational change, and help them to share the kindness with others they meet.
“This is an excellent initiative for Family Promise as we are looking to expand prevention and stabilization of our families intolong term housing stability. The need is growing in our community. All children deserve a home”.
Family Promise of Montgomery County anticipates their new 6,000 square foot facility, (acquired through a CDBG grant) at on Commercial Circle in Conroe was completed 2022, to host up to six individual families at a time as they transition every 90days into stability, with an average of serving 96 individuals annually.
Since 2001 Family Promise of Montgomery County has been helping families in need find stable housing, develop the skills and tools to succeed independently by empowering families for success. Approved families with children are entered into Family Promises 90-day personal plan to reach attainable goals with a case manager. Topics include positive parenting skills, stress management, family safety, and budgeting. Families are provided meals, hygiene items, clothing, childcare, transportation, and shelter through partnering churches, individuals and community giving.
All donations directly assist families with needs of obtaining their driver’s license, meeting medical needs, paying rental deposits, providing families with gas cards, employment certifications and covering childcare amongst many other essential services. Additional costs for the organization include maintaining the Day Center and supplying household supplies to support approximately 24 families a year.
Follow the link www.familypromiseofmc.org/donate and click on the "Donate" button and sign up to help fundraise for our homeless families in the community. Find out more about Family Promise of Montgomery County by visiting www.familypromiseofmc.org. Visit their Facebook page at www.facebook.com/FPMCT and call (936) 441-8778 8:00am-5:00pm Monday - Friday.
Learn more about Genesis Medical Group, their services and locations stretching from Baytown, Kingwood, Houston, Spring, Tomball, Huntsville, and Montgomery County in convenient locations to assist with a primary healthcare provider or specific healthcare needs including oncology, pain management, orthopedics, gynecology and rheumatology. Visit www.genesisdoctors.com or call (281) 440-5300.
Family Promise of Montgomery County Receives Grant from Clayton® and Family Promise National to Support Families in Montgomery County.
-- A Future Begins at Home grant program helps families facing homelessness remain in their homes and regain stability --
Conroe, Texas—Family Promise of Montgomery County was recently awarded a $20,000 grant from Clayton and Family Promise National that will ensure families in Montgomery County receive the support they need to remain safely housed. This grant requires a $5,000 match.
The grant is a portion of the $1.3 million dollars that Clayton and Family Promise National are dispersing to the Family Promise network nationwide. The funds are a result of the recently announced partnership extension between Family Promise and Clayton. A Future Begins at Home, the program that arose from the collaboration, focuses on helping families who face homelessness remain in their homes and quickly regain stability. Since its inception in 2019, A Future Begins at Home has catalyzed millions in additional funding resulting in more than 25,000 families served nationally.
“Family Promise of Montgomery County is honored to have this partnership grant that will benefit families in our own community. We believe every family deserves a safe, secure home creating stability and brighter futures for families with children.” Marilyn Kasmiersky, Executive Director
In addition to the grant program, Clayton has donated 16 homes to the Family Promise National network since 2019. It is a goal and vision for such homes to become a reality in our own community. These homes are used primarily as transitional housing for families working with Family Promise. The homes allow families to stay together and regain stability as they work to find a new home.