This month, we’re spotlighting members and sharing stories about why & how they’re involved in “the village”. You may know that we walk alongside single moms in college and their children providing connection, direction and encouragement, but a key part of our mission is cultivating the strong support network aka “village” it takes to provide…
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May 4th, 2020 “She gave me a new sense of purpose, motivation, and determination. I was now living and working hard for the most precious little girl, and not just myself.” Renee, on becoming a mom to rylie Renee, a 2006 graduate from The University of Georgia, was gifted with a new outlook on the…
Read MoreAll across the globe, people are trying to figure out what to do when they wake up because life doesn’t look at all like they planned. Even for those of us blessed enough to still have a job, our hours may be different and our routines are now altered with a strict Stay at Home order,…
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Each week, we’re going to start sharing words of encouragement, highlights of what’s helping and stories of strength from our very own member moms in a section called Mom 2 MOM. In a way, I feel more prepared to deal with this crisis because I am a single mom. We are used to overcoming by striving…
Read MoreReposted advice attributed to a psychologist:After having thirty-one sessions this week with patients where the singular focus was COVID-19 and how to cope, I decided to consolidate my advice and make a list that I hope is helpful to all. I can’t control a lot of what is going on right now, but I can…
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RISE Update Last semester we shared that we were excited to launch a new residential leadership program that would allow single moms in college to be a part of their college community, live affordably and lean on each other for support. You can read more about that HERE. Unfortunately, plans changed due to circumstances beyond…
Read MoreThe Story of the MOMplex coming 2020 The original vision that God placed on my heart was a literal vision of a place where single moms would no longer feel singled out. I imagined a place where moms could live life with other moms who were motivated to make a difference and be close to…
Read MoreWe gathered and retreated…. Our fantastic team of moms and staff gathered together on October 11th & 12th for a little get away fun by the lake, where many meals were served and many stories of strength were shared. We loved being together to grow closer to one another, but more importantly, to have the…
Read MoreOn May 2nd, we invited the village that has supported single moms shattering statistics to come and celebrate and support moms making a difference. There were so many special moments to mention & so many people who were a part of this celebration. Here’s just a few of our favorites with photos from Sara Kristen…
Read MoreThanksgiving is an extra special time for us each year because our very first official MOMentum gathering was hosted to bless moms and their littles at Thanksgiving back in 2014. Just like our very first meeting, we had several groups come together to make the meal and host us and provide fun activities for our…
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