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Welcome!
The Child and Family Resource Council is a non-profit agency based in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
Our mission is to shape a community that protects children from abuse and neglect. To do this, we provide a series of programs and services designed to protect children, support families, and strengthen our community.
We work with people from many walks of life in Kent County, providing critical information, resources, and referrals that empower parents and caregivers to make healthy and positive decisions for themselves and their families, resulting in a safer, healthier community for everybody.
Our commitment to excellence and innovation positions us as a local leader in the effort to prevent child abuse and neglect.
The Child and Family Resource Council is funded in part by the Heart of West Michigan United Way.
Hope Circle 2010
The Council hosted its 3rd Annual Hope Circle luncheon on February 24. Thanks to all of you who were able to join us for this memorable event! Click the arrow in the screen above to see a highlight of Hope Circle 2010. Your $5 or $10 contribution will help families succeed and children thrive. Thank you for your support.
Service to Children Awards 2010 Nominations Now Open!
The Child and Family Resource Council is hosting its 22nd Annual Service to Children Awards on Tuesday, May 11 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. at Aquinas College, Wege Ballroom. If you know someone who has made a significant impact on the lives of children and families in Kent County, please nominate them for the 2010 Service to Children Awards.
Temporary Jobs Available-U.S. Census Bureau-$13.50 an hour!
While the economy continues to create uncertainty, the U.S. Census Bureau is providing
opportunities for individuals to supplement their incomes with flexible, good-paying jobs.
Why Pay When You Can Get Your Taxes Done for Free? Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Provides Free Tax Preparation!
If you earn $49,000 or less per year, you can get free tax filing help through the IRS VITA program. VITA can provide fast electronic tax filing. Community volunteers receive IRS-approved training to help individuals with tax returns. Some VITA sites can help you open a bank account if you don’t have one. Call 1-800-906-9887 to find the nearest VITA location and its days and hours of operation. Click the Earned Income Tax Credit Information link to see if you qualify for the Earned Income and child Tax Credit!
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Earned Income Tax Credit Information
Winter 2009 Newsletter
Stay informed about the work of the Council!
With just a click, you can access our newsletter, the Council Connection, where you’ll find up-to-date information on the programs and services we offer and their impact on the families we serve.
Hand In Hand Tours
Learn first hand how we are working to prevent child abuse and neglect.
Sign up to attend an inspirational Hand-in-Hand tour held at the Child and Family Resource Council office. The tours are designed around the philosophy that the vast majority of child abuse and neglect (85%) can be prevented. You will get a snapshot of what we are doing in Kent County with parents and children everyday. The tour never lasts more than 1 hour (ever!), and you will not be asked for a contribution. We will provide a complimentary lunch or "to go" after the 11 a.m. tours upon request.
2009 Kids Count Data Book - How Are Our Kids Doing?
The annual Kids Count book uses ten indicators of child well-being to compare and rank states. These indicators are chosen to reflect a wide range of factors affecting the condition of children's lives. This interactive Kids Count widget provides quick access to state rankings and state and national data on ten key indicators of economic, educational and physical well-being from the 2009 Kids Count Data Book. Kids Count Data Widget