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Little Fannies Heavenly Housing is a nonprofit organization established in 2016. For over a decade, Little Fannie's Heavenly Housing has been committed to serving individuals and families in need through outreach, resource distribution, educational programming, and partnerships with organizations working to create positive change. From providing clothing, shoes, school supplies toiletries, hot meals and more to supporting families and individuals through essential care programs and life skills education, our work has always centered our goal of helping people access the resources and knowledge they need to move toward greater stability and independence.

As our organization has grown, so has our vision. Today, we are building on a decade of service by raising the funds needed to purchase a building that will provide transitional housing and supportive services to young adults ages 18-24. For young adults facing housing instability, this safe and supportive environment can be the difference between surviving day to day and building a secure future. Residents will have access to stable housing, essential resources, life-skills education and guidance designed to help them pursue employment, education, financial independence and long term stability.

Little Fannie's Making a Difference

Join us in our mission to raise the funds needed to purchase a building that will become a safe, stable transitional home for young adults ages 18-24. Your support helps us move closer to opening our doors and providing young adults with the resources, guidance and foundation they need to build a brighter future. Together, we can turn our vision into a place to call home.

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Our Story

Part One: Inspiration "Fannie Dunigan"

This organization was created from the inspiration of my grandmother Fannie Dunigan. Fannie was the most beautiful, loving, caring, and generous woman that I had the pleasure to love. She helped so many family members, friends and strangers who needed a place to stay and help to get back on their feet. She fed, clothed, housed, nurtured and loved each and every person that crossed her path. The most memorable thing she said that stayed in my heart was "As long as I have a roof over my head, my family will also" and she meant it. Her genuine love for others made such a positive impact in the lives of everyone she touched.  Fannie (aka) "Mom" was one special rare jewel.

-Founder, Jolynn Payton​

Part Two: Visionary Founder "Jolynn Payton"

The legacy of my grandmother's spirit created in all of us will continue to live on. It is in my heart to help the less fortunate and  those who need a hands up. This vision that God has placed in me will move forward by offering  opportunities of growth and a second chance to a better life.  It will be done with dignity, dedication, faith, good will and love.

-Jolynn Payton aka "Little Fannie"

Part Three: Building the Organization "The Board" 

Little Fannie's Heavenly Housing is organized by a of group of volunteers who are passionate, eager, educated and committed to the development of a strong and successful organization. This is done by joining hands, hearts, minds, souls, strong faith and having one goal "to help others".

Contact Us

If you are  interested in our services, have questions, inquires or have a referral please provide us your name,  email address and message.

 

Someone from our team will contact you within 24 hours

If you are homeless and  in need of emergency shelter, please call 311.

19624 Governor Hwy, Suite 106 Flossmoor, IL 60422

708-730-4468

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