The lift initiative works to strengthen families to provide for children needs long-term. The program focuses on the promotion of the “strengths and resources” of children, families, and communities, rather than their “needs and deficits”. Providing direct support to families to provide for children’s needs long term. The program provides families with the tools, resources, mentorship it is our belief that with access to pathways out of poverty such as income strengthening opportunities, community health and provision of lively hoods for families we will strive for stronger units within households.