Family Roots for Life, Inc.® Reunites, Reconnects & Restores Children, Youth, & Families.

Special thanks to all sponsors, vendors, and attendees who supported this year's Girlfriends Gathering - Roots, Boots, and Bling!

We had a fantastic time. Take a look at our downloadable Souvenir Booklet which recaps a little of the evening's fun and excitement. 

If you missed it, peek at the official Roots, Boots, and Bling! Commemorative Event Booklet. It's available to download too!

 We were honored to recognize Mrs. Francis in 2023 as our Living Legend. At the time of her death, she was the oldest living person in the U.S. and the third-oldest person in the world. She lived most of her life in Houston, Texas.

Get Your Official Girlfriends Gathering Commemorative T-Shirt - "Roots, Boots, and Bling - It's A Family Thing!"

Look good while showing your support. Each t-shirt purchased helps Family Roots for Life provide programs and services for youth and families impacted by foster care, adoption, and/or the juvenile justice systems.

*SHIRT IS A RELAXED FIT, SIZES: SMALL - 3X        4 COLORS ARE AVAILABLE - WHITE, BROWN, PURPLE, BLACK. 

We appreciate the generosity of our 2024 Sponsors.

At 102 years old, Shelby, Alabama native Gladys Montgomery Perkins is Family Roots for Life’s newest Living Legend.  

Mrs. Perkins is recognized globally by more than 210K followers, and beloved, as one of the longest-living, elder TikTok sensations.  A series created by her youngest daughter, Maxine Perkins (@maxineperkinswordsmith), is a living history of her memories, life experiences, celebrations, and expressions of faith. They are a source of inspiration and entertainment for her offspring including 27 grandchildren, 34 great-grandchildren, 6 great-great-grandchildren, and internet families worldwide.

Family Roots for Life celebrated 3 years as a social service organization in 12/2023.  

We appreciate your continual support and thank you for helping us reunite, reconnect, and restore children, youth, and families in communities in and near Greater Houston..

No matter what you call him -- Dad, Daddy, Father, or Papa, his presence and influence can be integral to the development of his child(ren) at every age and stage of their lives. This June, Family Roots for Life shares a few heartfelt moments and ways fathers have made a positive difference in the lives of a few of our supporters. 

Mr. Rick Kelley, father of Atasha Kelley-Harris, founder of Family Roots for Life, Inc.®, suddenly passed away on May 20, 2024. Those who met him knew that he appreciated family, and valued the dreams of his daughter Atasha, and her desire to Reunite, Reconnect and Restore children and families through her organization, Family Roots for Life, Inc.® Please help us continue the legacy with a gift “in honor of” or “in memory of” Mr. Rick Kelley--a genuine husband, father, and friend. 

RAP learns more about Family Roots For Life; a Houston-based non-profit that provides advocacy and mentorship for youth, plus encourages building and repairing connections with youth and their families.