Who We Are
F.A.M.I.L.Y. is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization serving Lincoln County and surrounding Communities.
We bring people together through volunteer service, community partnerships, youth-focused programs, and meaningful acts of support.
Our work is centered on one belief: every child deserves to feel seen, supported, valued, and connected to a community that cares.
Our Story
F.A.M.I.L.Y. was founded in 2024 with a desire to create something that could make a real difference in the lives of children and families.
What began as a shared vision grew into a community-based nonprofit built around compassion, service, unity, and action.
We recognized that children need more than words. They need people willing to show up, communities willing to work together, and organizations willing to turn concern into meaningful support.
Today, F.A.M.I.L.Y. continues to grow through local partnerships, dedicated volunteers, and programs designed to strengthen communities while lifting youth.
Our Mission
Our mission is to empower youth and strengthen communities through education, volunteer engagement, meaningful partnerships, and positive community involvement.
We work to create opportunities, promote kindness, encourage unity, and help ensure that children feel supported both inside and outside of the classroom.
Our Vision
We envision communities where every child feels valued, encouraged, and supported.
Our Goal is to help build a future where neighbors, businesses, volunteers, and community organizations work together to create lasting opportunities for young people.
We believe meaningful change starts locally, grows through action, and becomes stronger when people choose to stand together.
What F.A.M.I. L.Y. Stands For
F- Friends
People coming together with a shared desire to make a difference.
A- Amongst
The roots that helped bring people together around a common purpose.
M- Motorcycles
The roots that helped bring people together around a common purpose.
I- Involved
Choosing action instead of standing on the sidelines.
L- Lifting
Encouraging, supporting, and helping others move forward.
Y- Youth
The reason behind the work we do.
Our name represents more than an organization. It represents people choosing to use their time, voices, resources, and actions to support children and strengthen communities.
Our Values
Community
We believe lasting change begins when people work together.
Compassion
We lead with kindness, understanding, and respect.
Family
We believe no child or family should feel like they must face challenges alone.
Integrity
We serve honestly, responsibly, and with accountability.
Service
We turn good intentions into meaningful action.
Unity
We believe communities become stronger when differences are set aside for a shared purpose.
What We Do
F.A.M.I.L.Y. supports yotu and communities through:
- School supply drives
- Community Outreach
- Volunteers service
- Local business partnerships
- Bullying awareness
- Youth Support Initiatives
- Educational resources
- Community-based programs and events
Every program is developed with the goal of creating practical support, strong connections, and meaningful opportunities for children and families.
Meet Our Leadership
F.A.M.I.L.Y. is guided by a Board of Directors committed to responsible leadership, community service, and the mission of lifting youth.
Our leadership team works together to oversee programs, partnerships, volunteers, finances, outreach, and the continued growth of the organization.
Michael Shivley
Co-founder / President
Michael co-founded F.A.M.I.L.Y. with a vision of bringing people together to strengthen communities and create opportunities for youth. As President, he leads the organization's strategic direction, builds community partnerships, and helps turn ideas into meaningful action.
Tiffany Hunter
Co-Founder / Vice President
Tiffany co-founded F.A.M.I.L.Y. and serves as Vice President. She oversees volunteer engagement, organizational development, and community outreach while helping ensure every initiative reflects the organization's mission of Community - Family - Unity.
Selina Shivley
Secretary
Selina serves as Secretary for F.A.M.I.L.Y., maintaining organizational records, meeting documentation, and communication. She helps ensure the organization remains organized, transparent, and focused on serving the community.
Carl Whitehead
Treasurer
Carl serves as Treasurer and oversees the financial stewardship of F.A.M.I.L.Y. He helps ensure donations and resources are managed responsibly while supporting the organizaion's continued growth and sustainability.
Why We Serve
Every donated supply, volunteer hour, community partnership, and act of kindness sends a message to a child:
You matter. You are seen. You are supported.
That is why we serve.
We do not believe one organization can solve every problem. We do believe one organization can bring people together, create opportunities, and help start meaningful change.
When communities work together, children benefit.
Together, we're building Stronger communities and empowering every child.
Ready to Be Part of F.A.M.I.L.Y.?
Whether you volunteer, donate, partner with us, attend an event, or share our mission, your involvement helps us supporting children and strengthening communities.