FROM’s Affordable Housing Continues to Expand with New Property Purchase

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We are so grateful to share some big news with you: Our affordable and supportive housing is expanding!
FROM has officially purchased the neighboring property of 504 Main St – 524 E Main Street. What started as one housing project has now grown into a vision for true community. The 2-unit home, former gas station, and additional land will provide space for supportive services, future housing, and new opportunities we couldn’t have possibly imagined this soon.
This was made possible through the generosity of our community, which allowed us to leverage funds that are separate from the capital campaign to purchase this property. It also involved divinely perfect timing and the guidance of Amanda Rogers – Realtor – Rogers Neighborhood Realty, whose care and expertise walked us through every step of this process.
In the coming months, there will be opportunities to welcome the public through volunteer opportunities – and to check out the completed sites. We are feeling filled with pure gratitude and excitement.

To sign up to help with the clean-up initiative for this property, visit fromlowell.org/524cleanup

Backpack Distribution Day: More Than Just School Supplies

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Backpack Distribution Day 2025 was about so much more than school supplies. Yes, 255 kids walked away with backpacks full of the tools they need for a great school year, but they also experienced the care and support of an entire community cheering them on.

The Lions Club of Alto offered free vision screenings, helping parents catch potential vision needs before the first day of school. Kent District Library sent each child home with a free book to inspire a love of reading. Empire Beauty School brought a little extra excitement by offering enter to win haircut vouchers, giving kids a chance to start the year feeling confident and ready.

Moments like these remind us that when our community comes together, we do more than meet needs. We help kids feel seen, valued, and hopeful about the year ahead. Thank you.