[VIDEO] A Family Thriving: Erika’s Journey With MFS Ready, Set, Go!
When Erika Ramirez Molina and her husband, Umberto, joined Ready, Set, Go at Metropolitan Family Service (MFS), they expected a school readiness program. What they found was something much deeper: a community that believed in them and walked alongside their family every step of the way.
Erika and Umberto are raising three incredible children—Abigail, Ivan, and Roxanna. Like many parents, they wanted to create stability, opportunity, and a bright future for their kids. Through MFS Ready, Set, Go!, they found parenting classes, supportive mentors, and culturally responsive resources that strengthened their confidence and expanded what felt possible.
The ripple effects have been powerful.
Abigail, their oldest, is preparing for college.
Umberto launched his own business.
The family purchased their first home, with room for a garden they’ve always wanted.
And each child is stepping into independence with pride and a strong sense of what’s ahead.
These milestones didn’t happen overnight—they grew from the steady mix of support, skills, and community connection that Ready, Set, Go provides. For Erika, the program became a place to build relationships, ask questions, learn alongside other parents, and feel seen.
Her family’s story reflects what we see every day across MFS:
When families have the tools, support, and community they need, opportunity takes root—and grows across generations.
We invite you to watch Erika’s story and experience the power of partnership, resilience, and possibility.
