Henry County FRC - Financial Assistance, Kids' Food Backpacks,Parenting Programs & School Supplies

AKA:

Paris Family Resource Center, Henry County Family Resource Center

Description:

Provides case management for children who are in Henry County public school, a benevolent fund to help with temporary financial assistance for eligible families, school supplies assistance for Henry County students in need, a weekend backpack program with food for kids, screening for the food bank and parenting programs.

Hours:

Mon - Fri 7:30 am - 3:00 pm

School supplies assistance: Any day 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Intake Process:

Call to schedule an appointment to apply for Benevolent Fund assistance with basic needs; case management and backpack program requires referral from child's school through guidance counselors; volunteers should contact the resource center directly by calling or emailing

Program Fees:

No Fee

Eligibility:

Families who have children in Henry County school system; to qualify for Benevolent Fund monetary assistance and school supplies assistance, must meet eligibility requirements and fill out application.

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Is Shelter?

No

Date of Official Change:

September 27, 2021

Wishlist:

Children's Books, non-perishable food, weekend backpack food, hygiene products, diapers, school supplies

Volunteer Opportunities:

Volunteers needed for clerical help. Requires application and background check (including a sex offender registry check); volunteers are welcome from any area, especially retired teachers

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Legal Status:

Nonprofit (Incorporated)