FAM Family Assistance Ministries

FAM Family Assistance Ministries FAM assists people in need with food, shelter, and personalized coaching on their journey to independence.

Since 1999, FAM has helped thousands of families, seniors and children in South Orange County, CA. Specifically, FAM provides crisis services that alleviate hunger, provide housing solutions, and tools at each stage from assistance to financial stability. We partner with faith, government, and community organizations to provide these services. Our goal is to support people as they transition from

dependency to self-sufficiency. Founded in San Clemente, CA, serving residents of South Orange County.

Most of us are carrying something we don’t talk about.The parent calculating which bills to pay.The mom quietly eating l...
04/30/2026

Most of us are carrying something we don’t talk about.

The parent calculating which bills to pay.
The mom quietly eating less so her children don’t have to.
The neighbor who smiles, even when they’re not okay.

For many in our community, that weight isn’t temporary—it’s simply Thursday.

On May 30, we invite you to FAM’s Masquerade Gala at Bella Collina San Clemente—an evening that goes far beyond elegant masks and celebration.

Because while a masquerade is where masks come on… this night is about taking them off.

Together, we’ll gather for a meaningful evening of dinner, drinks, and dancing, experience the excitement of our live and silent auctions, and hear a powerful story from a client whose life was transformed through FAM’s support.

Every moment of the evening is rooted in purpose—ensuring no one in our community has to carry their burden alone.

Seating is limited, and we would love to have you in the room.

🎟️ Purchase your tickets today at www.LoveFAM.org

We did it ❤️Because of this incredible community, we officially reached our Help Them Home goal—and we are so grateful.Y...
04/23/2026

We did it ❤️

Because of this incredible community, we officially reached our Help Them Home goal—and we are so grateful.

Your generosity is already making a difference for families across Orange County who are working toward stability and a fresh start.
Thank you to everyone who gave, shared, and supported this campaign. You showed what is possible when people come together with compassion and purpose.

A special thank you to our matching gift donors, Tom and Grace Lieblein and Arlon Enmeier & Florine Enmeier, San Clemente Wealth Management, for helping make this impact possible.

While we’ve reached our goal, the need doesn’t stop here.
The giving portal is still open until 12 PM today. If you’ve been meaning to give, there’s still time to be part of this moment.

Every dollar continues to make a difference.

https://help-them-home-giving-day.ocnonprofitcentral.org/organizations/family-assistance-ministries

We received another match—and we’re already halfway there.Thanks to the incredible generosity of Arlon Enmeier & Florine...
04/22/2026

We received another match—and we’re already halfway there.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of Arlon Enmeier & Florine Enmeier, San Clemente Wealth Management, your gift can go even further.

There are just 12 hours left to give, and we’re already 51% of the way to our $30,000 goal.

This is the moment. Every dollar you give will be doubled and help provide food, housing support, and critical services for neighbors in our community working toward stability.

Don’t wait. Let’s finish strong.

https://help-them-home-giving-day.ocnonprofitcentral.org/organizations/family-assistance-ministries

The clock has started.Right now, in our own community, there are families sitting in cars, unsure where they will sleep ...
04/22/2026

The clock has started.

Right now, in our own community, there are families sitting in cars, unsure where they will sleep tonight. Parents are skipping meals so their children can eat.

You may never see them. But they are here.

Today, you can change that.

For the next 24 hours, every dollar you give will be doubled up to $10,000.

Your gift can open the door to safety.
To stability.
To a place to begin again.

This moment will pass quickly—but what you do right now can stay with someone for the rest of their life.

Give today. Share this post. Be the reason someone finds their way home.

https://help-them-home-giving-day.ocnonprofitcentral.org/organizations/wiseplace

This is it. Giving Day is tomorrow.Thanks to the incredible generosity of Tom and Grace Lieblein, every dollar donated f...
04/22/2026

This is it. Giving Day is tomorrow.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of Tom and Grace Lieblein, every dollar donated for Help Them Home Giving Day will be doubled up to $10,000.

That means your gift will go twice as far in helping provide food, housing support, and critical services for neighbors in our community who are working toward stability.

We are so grateful for their compassion and leadership in making this possible.

Set your reminder for midnight and be ready to give. Let’s come together and unlock this match.

https://help-them-home-giving-day.ocnonprofitcentral.org/organizations/family-assistance-ministries

Only 2 days to go! 🗓️Help Them Home Giving Day is on April 22—and it’s a moment for our community to come together in a ...
04/21/2026

Only 2 days to go! 🗓️

Help Them Home Giving Day is on April 22—and it’s a moment for our community to come together in a powerful way. Right now, there are families and individuals quietly facing impossible choices, doing everything they can to stay afloat.

Your support can help provide food, housing assistance, and the kind of care that helps someone move forward with stability and hope.

You can make an impact today by setting up your own fundraising profile or simply sharing this post to help spread the word. https://help-them-home-giving-day.ocnonprofitcentral.org/organizations/family-assistance-ministries

Every act of generosity brings us one step closer to helping our neighbors find their footing again.

Join us for a truly special afternoon of music and impact! 🎶✨We’re so excited to invite you to a beautiful handbell conc...
04/13/2026

Join us for a truly special afternoon of music and impact! 🎶✨

We’re so excited to invite you to a beautiful handbell concert benefiting FAM—an uplifting performance you won’t want to miss.

📅 Sunday, April 26
⏰ 4:00 PM
📍 The Casino San Clemente
Free admission + free will offering

A heartfelt thank you to the South County Community Handbell Choir for sharing their incredible talent in support of our mission. Your generosity helps us continue providing food, housing support, and hope to families in our community. ❤️

Come enjoy an inspiring afternoon and be part of something meaningful!

Only 10 days away 🤍On April 22, 2026, our community will come together for Help Them Home—a 24-hour day of giving to sup...
04/12/2026

Only 10 days away 🤍

On April 22, 2026, our community will come together for Help Them Home—a 24-hour day of giving to support neighbors facing some of life’s hardest moments.

The need is real, and time is short. Behind every number is a person, a family, a story—and together, we can show up with compassion and support when it matters most.

Save the date and be part of the difference.

https://lovefam.org/events/helpthemhome2026

🌱 Earth Month is here! 🌱At FAM, we believe caring for our planet goes hand in hand with caring for our community. This E...
04/10/2026

🌱 Earth Month is here! 🌱

At FAM, we believe caring for our planet goes hand in hand with caring for our community. This Earth Month, we’re celebrating small actions that make a big impact—on people, neighborhoods, and the environment we all share.

Join us throughout April as we highlight ways to give back, get involved, and build a healthier future together.

Girl Scout Troop 9604 helped at FAM Pantry on March 24. We are so thankful for their efforts in serving the community!

Join us for our Wine & Gift Card Drive-By in support of FAM’s annual Masquerade Ball Gala 🍷🎭Our gala is the largest fund...
03/27/2026

Join us for our Wine & Gift Card Drive-By in support of FAM’s annual Masquerade Ball Gala 🍷🎭

Our gala is the largest fundraiser of the year, helping sustain the programs and services that support families and individuals working toward stability. The wine and gift cards collected will be used to create auction packages that raise critical funding for our mission.

We invite you to stop by and drop off:
• A bottle of wine valued at $50+
• OR a restaurant gift card of $50+

📍 FAM Headquarters
1000 Calle Cordillera, San Clemente
🗓 April 1 | 10 AM – 4 PM

As a thank you, you’ll receive a masquerade mask to wear at the gala.

Every donation helps provide food, housing support, and a path forward for those navigating difficult seasons.

🎭 Save the Date – May 30, 2026 🎭At a masquerade, we celebrate beauty and mystery. But in real life, many of our neighbor...
02/26/2026

🎭 Save the Date – May 30, 2026 🎭

At a masquerade, we celebrate beauty and mystery. But in real life, many of our neighbors wear masks they never chose — hiding the stress of an overdue rent notice, the uncertainty of an empty refrigerator, or the quiet fear of not knowing what tomorrow will bring.

Families may appear stable while facing housing insecurity. Parents may smile while wondering how to put food on the table.

At FAM, we look beyond what is seen. We offer compassion, practical support, and a path forward.

Join us at Bella Collina San Clemente for an unforgettable evening of elegance and impact — and help ensure no one has to struggle behind the mask alone.

Registration is open now at:
www.LoveFAM.org/events

Address

1000 Calle Cordillera
San Clemente, CA
92673

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+19494928477

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