About us
Centro de Apoyo Familiar (CAF) is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization dedicated to transforming communities through economic, social, and educational empowerment in collaboration with community and faith-based organizations. As a HUD-approved Housing Counseling Agency, CAF provides free educational workshops and a wide range of housing counseling services, including pre-purchase assistance, foreclosure prevention, and rental guidance. Founded in Massachusetts in 2006 and expanded to Maryland, Northern Virginia, Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico, CAF’s Community Transformation Model offers comprehensive support through food distribution, environmental health and justice, workforce development, and housing opportunities. Serving over 55,000 low-income and immigrant families each year, CAF is committed to building stronger and more resilient communities.
Our Founders
CAF Board Directory
Name | Kibsaim Jimenez | Yaribeth Hart | Iluminada Gomez | Eduardo Caceres | Grey Jiménez-Galeas | Ana Vilma Rodríguez | Nery Casanes |
Position | Chair | Treasure | Secretary | Board | Board | Board | Board |
Name | Position |
Kibsaim Jimenez | Chair |
Yaribeth Hart | Treasure |
Iluminada Gomez | Secretary |
Eduardo Caceres | Board |
Grey Jiménez-Galeas | Board |
Ana Vilma Rodríguez | Board |
Nery Casanes | Board |
Our History

2006 – Massachusetts
CAF was founded in the state of Massachusetts.
2009 – Maryland
CAF expanded its operations to Maryland, increasing its reach and impact.
2017 – Virginia
Further growth led to the establishment of CAF in Virginia, strengthening its community support efforts.
2020 – Washington, D.C.
CAF extended its services to Washington, D.C., providing essential resources and programs.
2024 – Puerto Rico
CAF reached Puerto Rico, expanding its mission to serve and empower families in the Caribbe.
Empowering Families: Transforming Communities.

PRIVACY & SECURITY
Centro de Apoyo Familiar or Center for Assistance to Families (CAF) is committed to assuring the privacy of individuals and/or families who have contacted us for assistance. We realize that the concerns you bring to us are highly personal in nature. We assure you that all personal information shared orally and/or in writing will be managed within ethical and legal considerations.