Families United Network Launches Development Department
The Muncy-based nonprofit has created a new department to build public-private funding partnerships for its child welfare work.
Updated on Nov. 5, 2026 in Philanthropy
Families United Network has launched a new Development Department to build sustainable public-private funding partnerships. Ana Gonzalez-White has been appointed Director of Development to oversee fund development infrastructure, including individual relationships, community engagement, and corporate partnerships.
Why it matters
The department was created to meet increased demand for child welfare services across Pennsylvania. The nonprofit supports more than 500 children statewide and marks 30 years of service.
The nonprofit maintains 380 licensed foster homes across Pennsylvania and employs 105 people, four of them part-time. Of the 95 Lycoming County foster homes approved since 2011, only about 10 remain active, and the source does not explain the attrition.
The players
Families United Network
A Muncy, Pennsylvania-based nonprofit dedicated to strengthening families and supporting children in out-of-home care across the state.
Ana Gonzalez-White
The newly appointed Director of Development at Families United Network, responsible for overseeing the organization's fund development infrastructure.
The details
Gonzalez-White will oversee implementation of the organization's fund development infrastructure, focusing on individual relationships, community engagement, and corporate partnerships. The department is designed to build sustainable public-private funding partnerships to support the nonprofit's statewide child welfare work.
Timeline
The organization celebrates 30 years of service.
Around 130 Lycoming County children were supported over the past five years.
Foster homes in Lycoming County have been approved since 2011.
The Development Department launch was reported on November 5, 2026.
Season Trajectory
The launch reflects how Pennsylvania's roughly 12,000 children in out-of-home care each year create ongoing demand that private nonprofits must help finance. The new department positions Families United Network to diversify beyond its existing support base.
Pennsylvania residents interested in supporting child welfare can contribute to the nonprofit's giving opportunities. Families and volunteers may find new avenues to get involved through the organization's expanded fundraising efforts.
The takeaway
Sustainable funding partnerships between private donors and public agencies can help child welfare organizations meet rising demand. Readers interested in supporting foster and family services can look for local nonprofits' giving programs.
Further reading
Explore more Philanthropy coverage to see how nonprofits across Pennsylvania are raising funds for family services.
More information
Learn about giving opportunities through the Families United Network website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Williamsport Sun-Gazette.
