Dalton, Ga. – April 22, 2025 – The Floor Covering Industry Foundation (FCIF) has released its 2024 Report to the Industry, an interactive flipbook that documents a year of community support, donor impact, and financial assistance for flooring families in medical crisis. The report features compelling stories, photography, and messages from across the industry, including the story of Maribel, a resilient professional whose journey is highlighted on the cover. As FCIF continues its mission, the organization calls on the flooring community to join its Day of Giving on June 1 to raise critical funds in support of families facing life-altering medical challenges.
Check out FCIF’s 2024 Report to the Industry flipbook here.
Hear the Story Behind the Cover: Meet Maribel
Maribel, a 16-year veteran of the flooring industry and a former tufting machine operator, faced an unimaginable challenge when diagnosed with breast cancer. As medical bills mounted and daily expenses became overwhelming, FCIF stepped in—covering her mortgage, utilities, groceries, and essential care. Her story, featured on the cover and in a moving video, exemplifies the resilience of the industry’s workforce and the critical role donor support plays in times of crisis. Hear Maribel tell her story in her own words in English and Spanish.
Support Flooring Families like Maribel’s: Join FCIF’s Day of Giving – June 1
FCIF’s Day of Giving on Saturday, June 1, invites flooring professionals, business leaders, and industry supporters to make a direct impact. Donations made on this day will help fund essential expenses for families facing serious medical conditions. Join the movement and support flooring families in need here.
About the Floor Covering Industry Foundation (FCIF)
Since 1981, the Floor Covering Industry Foundation has provided direct financial assistance to flooring professionals battling catastrophic injuries, severe disabilities, or life-threatening illnesses. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, FCIF offers support for industry families during their most difficult times—helping them regain stability and focus on healing.
To view the full report, apply for assistance, or donate, visit www.fcif.org.