Families Forward

Profile Not Current (Last updated: Nov 20, 2024 )

MANAGEMENT

CEO/Executive Director

Mrs. Madelynn Hirneise

CEO/Executive Director Experience

Madelynn has been CEO since 2019. She began her career at Families Forward in 2012 as a Housing Resource Specialist when she was instrumental in designing, developing and implementing Families Forwards’ strategic housing acquisition and partnership programs. Throughout her time at Families Forward, Madelynn has overseen the Housing Program, Prevention and Diversion, Career Services and Community Resources. Under her direction, Families Forward saw an increase of nearly 75% in their housing continuum while maintaining a high standard for quality care.

Staff Information

Number of Full-Time Staff 57
Number of Part-Time Staff 1
Number of Volunteers 1200
Number of Contract Staff 0

Staff Demographics

Ethnicity
Other 5
Caucasian 19
Hispanic/Latino 28
African American/Black 1
Asian American/Pacific Islander 5
Native American/American Indian 0
Gender
Male 12
Female 46
Not Specified 0

CONTACT

Families Forward

8 Thomas
Irvine, CA 92618

Amanda Benedetti

abenedetti@families-forward.org

Phone: 949-426-2554

www.families-forward.org