Empowering Families to Achieve Their Goals
The Family Achievement Program (FAP) helps families in Fairfax County whose household income is at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) build pathways to self-sufficiency.
Through one-on-one coaching, case management, and wraparound support, we help individuals develop new skills, overcome barriers, and create steady momentum toward long-term success..
Whether someone is seeking stable housing, pursuing job training, or balancing childcare and work, FAP connects them to family resources that turn challenges into opportunities.
How the Family Achievement Program Helps
Personalized Coaching & Case Management
Recognizing that every journey is unique, United Community tailors support to meet individual needs. Employment is seen not as the final destination, but as one important milestone on the path toward lasting self-sufficiency, dignity, and economic freedom.
Coaches or case managers work one-on-one with families to assess needs, set goals, and provide guidance in education, employment, and financial literacy while connecting them to community resources.
Workforce Development & Job Training
Meaningful work opens doors to financial independence and personal fulfillment.
United Community partners with local employers, training providers, and community colleges to offer professional skill-building, industry certifications, and direct job placements. Our program helps participants build pathways that lead to lasting financial stability and career advancement.
Childcare & Family Resources
FAP connects families to trusted family resources, including childcare, food assistance, healthcare referrals, and financial literacy programs that strengthen household stability.
Where to Access the Family Achievement Program
The Family Achievement Program is open to all who need assistance:
Gerry Hyland / South County Government Center
- 703.799.8830
- 8350 Richmond Highway, Suite 527 Alexandria, VA 22309
- [email protected]
Our team will guide you through a simple intake process to match you with the right services and support.
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“I would recommend to everyone that the ELC is not just the normal childcare center, it is a place where they see the children as their own. A place where no child is treated differently because of skin color or economic status.”
-S. Arias
How You Can Help
Your support helps families across Fairfax County gain stability, employment, and confidence to build a brighter future. You can get involved by:
- Donating to strengthen workforce, housing, and transportation programs
- Volunteering your expertise as a mentor, financial coach, or career advisor
- Partnering as an employer or sponsor to expand hiring opportunities
FAQs
Supporting Students & Families
The Family Achievement Program supports families seeking greater stability and independence. Services are voluntary, goal-based, and personalized to each family’s needs.
The Family Achievement Program lasts for two years.
Our approach is holistic and relationship-driven — addressing both immediate needs and the long-term factors that shape family success. By connecting participants to a full network of What makes FAP different from other programs? and programs, we help families build lasting independence.
Families who participate in the two-year Family Achievement Program achieve real measurable progress. On average, 72% of participants enroll in certification classes, and about 93% of graduating participants secure steady employment or advance into better jobs. These outcomes reflect the strength, determination, and potential that families bring to their journey toward stability and independence.
Absolutely. We welcome employer and community partnerships that expand training, job placement, and resource access for participating families.
United for Stronger Families in Fairfax
When families have the right tools and resources to succeed, our entire community grows stronger. Join us in helping our neighbors create a future full of opportunity and security.
