As of July 2023, Bidwell Riverside Center and Hawthorn Hill officially merged into Families Forward, an organization where the original four programs - Bidwell Pantry, Child Development Center, New Directions Shelter, and The Home Connection - work together to provide compassionate, life-changing assistance to families and their path to self-sufficiency.​
How we help the community
Bidwell Pantry
Providing food, clothing, and basic essentials to all in need. Learn more >
Child Development Center
Affordable, high-quality early childhood education targeting families on limited incomes. Learn more >
New Directions Shelter
Emergency shelter and supportive services for families experiencing homelessness. Learn more >
The Home Connection
Providing vulnerable families with affordable homes while they work to achieve economic self-sufficiency. Learn more >
Child Development Center Client
"As a preemie baby, she got caught up with speech and occupational therapy services that were accommodated right on site, what a blessing that was for us!"
