Family Promise of Gallatin Valley Ranked 2nd in the Nation

Wednesday Apr. 30th, 2025

Family Promise of Gallatin Valley is an affiliate of Family Promise National, along with more than 200 affiliates across 43 states. Each year, affiliates take part in an annual census that measures critical areas like positive guest impacts, financial stewardship, fundraising, volunteer engagement, staffing and governance, and more.

This comprehensive assessment helps track impact, celebrate successes, and identify opportunities for growth across the Family Promise network. It also ensures that affiliates uphold the highest standards of service, transparency, and accountability as they work toward our mission of helping families achieve lasting independence.

For the second year in a row, Family Promise of Gallatin Valley has been ranked #2 in the nation. This incredible achievement reflects the unwavering dedication, hard work, and heart that Family Promise brings to everything they do. Every family they serve, every obstacle they overcome, and every success we celebrate is a direct result of the passion and commitment of staff, volunteers, donors, and partners. Together, they are making a lasting difference in the lives of families facing homelessness, and this recognition is proof that collective efforts truly matter.

According to Executive Director Christel Chvilicek, "Being ranked #2 nationwide for the second year in a row is an extraordinary honor—one that speaks volumes about the compassion, resilience, and determination of our entire Family Promise community. This recognition belongs to every staff member, volunteer, donor, and partner who believes in our mission and shows up, day after day, to make a difference. Together, we are proving that when a community comes together, families facing homelessness can find hope, stability, and a path forward."

Family Promise serves families at risk of experiencing a housing crisis by providing prevention, diversion, and stabilization programs to support long-term success, paired with comprehensive case management. Family Promise provides emergency shelter, transitional housing, and workforce housing. Rising Stars Early Learning Center provides STEM-based early learning opportunities and care to children four weeks to five years of age regardless of financial standing. To learn more about the impact of Family Promise on our community, visit familypromisegv.org.