Our Impact
At Skyline CAP, our mission is reflected in the lives we touch every day. Through our education, housing, and community programs, we work to empower individuals and families across our region. In the past year alone, Skyline CAP supported 1,633 people on their path to greater stability and opportunity. Behind every number is a story — stories of resilience, growth, and hope. We invite you to explore the inspiring success stories from our programs and see firsthand the difference we’re making together.
From Grateful Beginnings to Lifelong Impact: A Head Start Parent's Journey
by Kerri Banks
Our journey with Head Start began about seven years ago when Fay Butcher [Head Start Family Advocate Manager] called me—literally the day before the “Meet the Teachers” open house. From that moment, our family felt an overwhelming sense of gratitude and excitement about joining the Head Start community. Little did I know that it would mark the beginning of incredible friendships, personal growth, and countless opportunities—not just for my son, but for our entire family.
Shortly after enrolling my son, I joined the [Head Start] Policy Council, which led to even greater involvement. I became the chairperson of the Policy Council, the secretary of the Skyline CAP Board, a member of the Virginia Head Start Family Council, and a parent representative for the Virginia Head Start Association. These roles opened doors for me to attend numerous Head Start conferences and trainings, each experience broadening my understanding and deepening my appreciation for the program.
Over the past seven years, all four of my children have had the privilege of being part of Head Start, and my youngest is now in kindergarten. While I’m proud of this milestone, I’m also deeply saddened that our time with Head Start has come to an end. This program has been so much more than early education—it has been a transformative journey for my family, one that we will always treasure.
Kerri Banks is the mother of four children, all of whom completed Skyline CAP’s Head Start program. Kerri continues to serve as chairperson of the Policy Council, secretary of the Skyline CAP Board, a member of the Virginia Head Start Family Council, and parent representative for the Virginia Head Start Association. Kerri, her husband, Jordan, and their children, Jordan Jr., Hayden, Dorothy, and Faith, live in Madison County, Virginia where they own and operate Triple F, LLC farm.
Healthy Families: Transforming Lives, One Visit at a Time
Through programs like Healthy Families, Skyline CAP continues to make a profound impact on families in our community. By building stronger parent-child relationships and providing practical tools for success, we are helping to create brighter futures for children and their families.
For many participants, the consistency and dedication of their home visitors provided a foundation of stability in otherwise challenging circumstances.
One client shared, “I’ve not had a lot of consistency in my life. She (the home visitor) was always there for me – no matter what. I always felt she wanted what was best for me and she helped me learn the best way to take care of an infant and a toddler at the same time.” This unwavering presence helped parents navigate the complexities of raising young children while gaining confidence in their parenting skills.
The program’s impact often extends beyond parenting guidance. One participant credited her home visitor with empowering her to return to school and plan for a brighter future: “Believe it or not, my home visitor is the reason I finished school. She helped me figure out how to schedule and plan everything so that the baby got what he needed, and I could do something for our future.”
Healthy Families also provides vital emotional support, helping participants overcome challenges such as postpartum depression and childhood trauma. Another client expressed gratitude for the attentive care that led to life-changing help: “She figured out that I had postpartum depression and told me how to get help. I thought of her as a teacher and a friend really.”
The program meets families where they are, both figuratively and literally. Whether providing hands-on activities, connecting families to essential resources, or assisting with navigating complex systems, the home visitors make a tangible difference. A mother in a shelter recounted, “She helped me apply for WIC, SNAP, and Medicaid. She helped me apply for permanent housing. She also helped me find a pediatrician who would catch my baby up on shots.”
Perhaps the most poignant feedback is the simplest: “Someone listened to me.” This heartfelt comment underscores the profound value of being heard and supported during vulnerable times.
Through Skyline CAP’s Healthy Families program, families are not only given tools to thrive but are also reminded that they are never alone on their journey. Each home visit is a step toward brighter futures and stronger communities.
Finding Stability: A Family’s Journey Home
At Skyline CAP Housing, we understand that safe, stable housing is the foundation for building a brighter future. For families facing housing insecurity, the journey to stability can feel overwhelming and out of reach. Through personalized guidance and unwavering support, Skyline CAP Housing empowers individuals and families to navigate challenges, secure affordable housing, and rebuild their lives. The following testimonial is just one example of how our services transform lives and provide hope to those in need.
“When I moved to Virginia with my two young children, I hoped for better opportunities. But I quickly realized that finding affordable housing was out of reach. With nowhere else to go, we ended up sleeping on a friend’s living room floor—a temporary shelter but far from stable. Feeling overwhelmed, I reached out to Skyline CAP Housing. They guided me through the process of finding a home that accepted my housing voucher. Thanks to their support, we now have a place to call home, and I finally feel like we can start rebuilding our lives.”
This story highlights the critical role Skyline CAP Housing plays in helping families overcome barriers to secure stable, affordable housing.
Restoring Safety and Dignity: Emergency Home Repair in Action
An elderly homeowner turned to Skyline CAP’s Emergency Home Repair Program for assistance with a critical issue—her home’s only bathroom was on the verge of collapse. An inspection revealed that the bathroom floor was dangerously unstable, supported by nothing more than a single 2×4, and at risk of falling through to the basement. Due to safety concerns, the homeowner had stopped using the bathroom entirely.
Skyline CAP stepped in to perform a comprehensive renovation, which included replacing the flooring, upgrading the plumbing, and installing new fixtures such as a bathtub, sink, and toilet. The total cost of the project was approximately $12,000. To fund this life-changing repair, Skyline CAP secured a Housing Preservation Grant from the Thomas Jefferson Planning District Commission and supplemented the remaining costs with grant funding from the Bama Works Fund of Dave Matthews Band, administered by the Charlottesville Area Community Foundation.
Thanks to the generosity of these organizations and others, Skyline CAP continues to enhance the health, safety, and quality of life for low-income homeowners who face insurmountable barriers to affording essential home repairs.
