“We really enjoy these opportunities to connect with peers, learn of what others are doing, and feel a sense of camaraderie.”
For over a decade, the Siemer Institute has been dedicated to assisting families in need across the United States achieving greater housing stability and enhancing their children’s educational prospects. At the heart of our mission is the commitment to a two-generation (2Gen) approach, that addresses the needs of parents or caregivers and children simultaneously, promoting holistic family support. Through our partnership with community organizations, we implement 2Gen programs that are centered on keeping kids in their schools and preventing unplanned moves. This approach ensures that families receive the comprehensive support they need to thrive.
Keeping families in their homes and children in their schools fosters security and promotes prosperity.
Education has a profound impact on the life of children, families, and communities.
We operate with a mindset of empathy and inclusion, and we promote equitable access to resources in every community in which we invest.
Evaluating programs, measuring impact, conducting research, and working as a community of practice is fundamental to our shared impact on families.
Investing in and leading a national network of partners to solve challenges, leverage support, be accountable, and share ideas is how we serve as agents of change.
Our leadership team at the Siemer Institute works tirelessly to provide our partners with the information and resources they need to serve communities across 39 states. Our network includes over 150 service providers and spans across 74 Funded partner sites, in 39 states, connecting with a diverse range of organizations and communities.
Meet the TeamThe Institute was founded in 2011, after eight years of work on the local level in Sarasota, Florida and Columbus, Ohio. Our efforts have evolved over the past 12 years to expand to an ever-growing list of communities served by our partners and local United Way chapters.
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We asked Funded Partners, Funded Partner CEOs and Service Providers to share what support provided by the Siemer Institute they value the most.
“We really enjoy these opportunities to connect with peers, learn of what others are doing, and feel a sense of camaraderie.”
“It was great to have the opportunity to engage directly with Barbara and hear her thoughts on the future of our combined work.”
“Opportunities like these are invaluable for partners to learn and strategize from what other partners in the network are doing.”
Interested in learning about the work we do at the Siemer Institute? Explore our programs at the link.
Our Programs