Everyone Deserves a Way Forward.

When crisis strikes, planning feels impossible. That’s where MAP steps in.

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When crisis strikes, planning feels impossible. That’s where MAP steps in.

At Make A Plan Inc., we believe that no one should face life’s hardest moments alone. Whether it’s a sudden loss, a health emergency, a major life transition, or chronic instability, MAP provides compassionate, strategic guidance to help individuals and families who are facing real hardship move forward with clarity and confidence.

Some visitors arrive with a single urgent need such as a court summons, eviction notice, school suspension, or medical emergency. Others come with multiple overlapping challenges that make daily life unmanageable.

No matter the situation, MAP offers compassionate strategic guidance and hands-on support so individuals and families can move toward stability with dignity.

OUR VALUES

Built on strong foundations together

  • Dignity

    We recognize the inherent worth of every person who walks through our doors.

  • Encouragement

    We believe in the possibility of positive change and work to instill that belief in others.

  • Partnership

    We work alongside individuals as equal participants in their journey.

  • Empowerment

    We believe in building capabilities, not dependencies.

  • Bridge-building

    We foster connections across organizations to create a seamless network of support.

What we do.

At Make A Plan Inc., we believe that no one should face life’s hardest moments alone.

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Walk side by side through daily tasks.

Visitors schedule appointments, read and respond to mail, communicate with professionals, access online portals, and complete applications at our desks, with coaching, interpretation, and translation when needed.

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Listen deeply

Every visitor meets privately with a MAP Guide who takes time to understand their full story, and then together, we create a visual map that breaks challenges into manageable steps.

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Build skills for independence

Through one-on-one support, visitors strengthen their ability to navigate systems, advocate for themselves, and stay organized. In upcoming workshops, visitors will learn English, computer skills, and financial literacy.

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Connect to trusted partners.

Through informed referrals, MAP provides warm handoffs, advocates when needed, and follows up to ensure services are received

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Follow through

MAP Guides check in regularly, assist in adjusting plans, and celebrate progress.

Who we serve

Whether someone needs help with one emergency or a long-term plan, MAP meets them with dignity and practical support.

Individuals and families who face challenges to stability and well-being, particularly when due to:

  • Caring for children while managing poverty, trauma, or illness

  • Threat of eviction or utility shutoffs

  • Struggling to access healthcare, education or public benefits

  • Limited English, digital access, or support systems

  • Custody or other legal challenges

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Every dollar you give helps someone take the next step toward stability, healing, and hope.

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