Families Moving Forward

OFFICIAL ANNOUNCEMENT
After approximately three years of quietly appearing in graphics, lurking in the corners of social media posts, and generally making itself at home, the owl has officially accepted the role of Families Moving Forward's mascot.

On this National Mascot Day, we're thrilled to welcome our feathered friend to the team (even if they've been acting like they worked here all along).

As a wise observer of all things FMF, our owl represents learning, growth, resilience, and keeping a watchful eye on the families we serve as they build brighter futures.

The owl is especially excited to join the ranks of Triangle mascot royalty—including local legends like Wool E. Bull, Stormy, The Blue Devil, and Rameses—many of whom have supported FMF over the years. So, Durham Bulls Baseball Club, Carolina Hurricanes, Duke University, and The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, please welcome our mascot into the huddle.

And if you've noticed an unusual number of owls popping up in our posts lately, congratulations: you've been in on the secret all along.

Do your part to help Durham lick family homelessness by visiting during the month of June! Gather your office mates for a midday break, round up your team for a post-game treat, or top off a night downtown by swinging by 117 Market St. And don't forget to order the special that supports the work of FMF! If there was ever guilt-free ice cream, this is it.

Thank you to Yoni and Vanessa, aka Mr. and Mrs. Parlour, for helping make Durham a sweeter place for ALL families.

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