A Short History of the Family Resource Center

The Family Resource Center traces its roots back to community forums held in the late 1980's, where citizens requested a place for parents and caregivers to go for information and support. In response to this community need, the Family Resource Center opened its doors at Bend's Rosie Bareis Campus in 1991.

Our mission: To strengthen and support family relationships by serving as the Central Oregon source for parenting education, information and resources.

The Family Resource Center is a registered non-profit that is governed by a Board of Directors. The Center operates through a combination of public and private funds and community donations and partnerships. The Center is a United Way of Deschutes County member agency. If you would like to make a contribution to the Family Resource Center, please click here.