An interactive overview of FFM’s strategic expansion to provide a full spectrum of housing and social services. We are scaling our proven model to serve McKinney-Vento families, seniors, and justice-involved individuals at 20% Area Median Income (AMI) and below.
The FFM Service Model
Our approach is built on three pillars: serving the most vulnerable populations, providing intensive wrap-around support, and creating a sustainable financial framework to ensure long-term stability.
Who We Serve
Targeting populations with the highest barriers to stable housing. Justice-Involved Individuals McKinney-Vento Families & Youth Low-Income Seniors (≤30% AMI)
Cost Per Family Intervention
A comprehensive two-year investment covering housing placement and
all wrap-around services.
$30,000 Per family for 2 years
Our Core Competency
We combine permanent housing with intensive, personalized supportive services to address the root causes of instability and empower long-term self-sufficiency.
Bridging the Affordability Gap for 20% AMI Families
Stable housing for extremely low-income families is only possible with deep rental subsidies. This chart illustrates the critical gap FFM and its partners work to fill.
Our Team's Unique Expertise
A blend of clinical expertise (MSW Social Workers) and invaluable practical insight from staff with lived experience creates a foundation of trust and effectiveness.
Our Network: The Operational Backbone
Our success relies on a robust, collaborative network of partners across housing, finance, healthcare, and community services. This ecosystem ensures holistic, wrap-around support for every client.
Academic & Research Pipeline
UNCC JCSU CPCC Queens University
Key Community Partners
All Partners Housing & Finance Healthcare Self-Sufficiency Criminal Justice
Partnerships with local universities provide a continuous pipeline of trained professionals and ensure our practices are informed by the latest research.
Housing Collaborative DreamKey Partners Inlivian Foundation For The Carolina’s Progress Residential Crisis Assistance Ministry Duke Energy Woodforest Bank Atrium Health Alliance Behavioral Health
Amara Health Welltheology Counseling CareRing Just Do It Movement Charlotte Works Erika’s Closet Hearts For The Invisible Mecklenburg Co. CJS Mecklenburg Detention Center District Attorney’s Office
Funding Our Expansion
To serve new populations and deepen our impact, we are pursuing a diversified funding strategy to cover critical needs in rental subsidies, specialized staffing, and housing acquisition.
Deep Rental Subsidies
Secure funding to supplement government vouchers and cover the true cost of housing for the 20% AMI population.
Specialized Supportive Services
Hire Geriatric Social Workers and McKinney-Vento Specialists to provide expert care for new populations.
Capital for Acquisition
Acquire and develop new housing units specifically designed for seniors and large families.
Diversified Funding Strategy We will leverage data-driven outcomes to attract a mix of government, foundational, and corporate support, demonstrating how stable housing creates positive public impact.