The mission of For Childrens Sake is to ensure the success of children in jeopardy by empowering families. Families First has strived to provide solutions for children and families facing life’s greatest challenges. In their long history of service Families First is the leading non-profit family service agency in Georgia. They began in 1890 as an orphanage for homeless girls, and evolved with each decade to respond to the changing needs of family.Families First is a trusted partner of the public and private sector, and they serve as a resource for organizations throughout the United States. They have created programs that are utilized in more than 40 states as well as around the world.As Chief Executive Officer, Kim Anderson is responsible for the implementation and success of the Families First mission while guiding a staff of over 100 employees in 10 locations with an annual budget of $10 million. Prior to joining Families First, Kim was Senior Director for BoardWalk Consulting providing strategic planning, board enhancement, organizational management and executive leadership for numerous non-profit organizations. Kim previously served as Executive Director of AID Atlanta, the southeast’s largest AIDS services organization. Kim is a graduate of Oberlin College and Columbia University School of Law.Families First fosters strong communities by delivering empowering and sustainable solutions for children and families. Their solutions focus on three impact areas necessary for child well-being and family self-sufficiency.
Child and Youth Permanency- Every child is entitled to live in a state of permanence–having one safe and stable home with unconditional adult love and support. That’s why we provide adoption, foster care, reunification & group homes and other services to help ensure long-term stability for children and youth whose lives have been disrupted.
Family Sustainability and Empowerment- Housing is the most basic of needs and the most fundamental measure of self-sufficiency. That’s why we collaborate with other agencies to deliver housing with support services and training that promote family self-sufficiency.
Healthy Family and Relationships- At one time or another, many families need additional support to confront life’s challenges. That’s why we offer programs and affordable counseling solutions to equip parents and children with critical skills for building and maintaining strong individual and family relationships.
