Interfaith Hospitality Network (IHN) of the Family Promise of Lorain County, Inc. is an affiliate of the Family Promise Network Program. Locally, Family Promise of Lorain County, Inc. brings shelter, meals, and support services to families without homes.The Family Promise Network is a cost-efficient and effective community response to homelessness which provides a way to house families who are experiencing homelessness.

• In 2007 23% of homeless were families with children
• Median family income has decreased 8% from 1999-2005
• 25.2% of families with children under 18 live in poverty
• 29.3% of Lorain County children live below the poverty level

The Interfaith Hospitality Network is here to help address the needs of homeless families in Lorain County ...providing hospitality and hope.

The Family Promise Network Program was developed over 20 years ago when the first Interfaith Hospitality Network (IHN) opened its doors on October 27, 1986. Since then Networks have developed in 39 states. Nationally, 80 percent of the families that IHNs serve go on to long-term housing. In 2007, Family Promise affiliates served more than 31,000 children and adults and involved more than 120,000 volunteers in 5,000 congregations. Currently, 140 affiliates are in operation, and dozens more are in development. 

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