Family Resource Center, Inc.

About FRC

About the Family Resource Center The Family Resource Center is a non-profit organization founded in 1983 to provide shelter and support services to victims of domestic and sexual violence in the Bland, Carroll, Galax, Grayson, Smyth and Wythe area. Mission Statement The mission of the Family Resource Center, Inc. is to provide education, resources and services to the community addressing the issues of domestic and sexual violence. Philosophy Family Resource Center, Inc. is committed to fostering a community that does not tolerate domestic and sexual violence, understands the dynamics of these issues, and is aware of available resources. We are committed to providing a safe, supportive environment for our clients, assuring the provision of information, education, and advocacy to enhance self-esteem and promote healing. We are committed to providing a full range of services and resources such as crisis intervention, supportive counseling, legal advocacy, education, and referrals to empower clients to make informed decisions and positive lifestyle choices. Our center is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors of up to 20 members. Funding is received from a variety of sources, including the Virginia Dept. of Social Services, Virginia Dept. of Housing & Community Development, Virginia Dept. of Health, Dept. of Criminal Justice, private foundations, United Way, and many contributions from individuals, churches, & civic groups. History of the Family Resource Center The FRC started in 1983 when a group of concerned citizens saw the need for a safe place for victims of domestic violence and their children to stay in our community. The all-volunteer group began by renovating an old home to be used as the first shelter facility and formed the non-profit organization. The first shelter housed a maximum of 12 and employed 4 people. Within a year the agency expanded to offer services to victims of sexual assault. The expansion offered outreach services to those who do not come to shelter, which now comprises the majority of our services. Through the years the agency has expanded and added new programs and services and weathered many highs and lows. The second facility also located in a renovated home was destroyed by fire in 1992. After the fire the agency was housed in rented space until our first new building—which was designed as a shelter and office space—was ready in 1994. After outgrowing that building, the current quarters were completed in 1999.