People
Every mother who comes to us is a person first. We listen to her goals and treat her and her baby with dignity, never as a case number.
Illinois not-for-profit
A safe home for mothers and babies, and support for what comes next.
Beautifully Written Foundation buys housing for mothers with babies, helps them get on their feet, and connects them to the resources they need.
Every next chapter, beautifully written.
What we stand for
Three words on our logo. One promise behind them.
Support
A stable roof is where it starts. We pair housing with practical help and connect each family to the services already working in our community.
Brighter Tomorrows
Our goal is independence. Every stay is built around a plan for what comes after, so a family leaves ready for a home of their own.
Our mission
To buy housing for mothers with babies, help them get on their feet, and connect them to the resources they need.
A new baby changes everything, including what a family can afford. When housing falls through, a mother has to find a safe place for two. We're building that place, and the support around it.
Founded by Tara Scruggs · Incorporated in Illinois, 2026
Our work
What we're building
We're in our first year. Here is what the foundation is being built to do.
Homes
We plan to buy and care for homes where mothers and their babies can live safely while they get back on their feet.
A plan for stability
Each mother sets her own goals for work, school, savings, and parenting. We help her keep moving toward a home of her own.
Connections to resources
We connect families to help that's already out there, such as health care, childcare, benefits, job training, and legal aid.
Our progress
Where we are today
You should be able to see exactly where a new nonprofit stands. Here is our path, one step at a time.
We're not accepting donations yet.
Beautifully Written Foundation is not yet a 501(c)(3). We'll open giving only after our Illinois charitable registration is complete. Until then, the best way to help is to join our list or partner with us.
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Incorporated in Illinois
Done · Oct 2026Our Articles of Incorporation are approved and recorded with the Illinois Secretary of State.
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Board of directors and bylaws
Up nextSeating our board and adopting the bylaws and policies that guide how we're run.
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Illinois charitable registration
PlannedRegistering with the Illinois Attorney General, which comes before we ask anyone for a gift.
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Federal tax-exempt status
PlannedApplying to the IRS for recognition as a 501(c)(3) public charity.
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Our first home
PlannedOpening our first home for mothers and babies.
Get involved
Find your place in the story
For mothers
Our homes aren't open yet. If you need a safe place to stay today, free help is a phone call away.
Dial 2-1-1 for housing help anywhere in Illinois. In an emergency, call 9-1-1.
Want to hear when our first home opens? Add your name below.
For partners
Shelters, agencies, churches, landlords, health providers, and local businesses: if you serve mothers and babies, we'd like to meet you.
For neighbors
Want to volunteer, share a skill, or follow our progress? Add your name and we'll keep you posted as each step is done.
Let's talk
Contact us
Tell us a little about yourself and how you'd like to be involved. We'll get back to you.