To: The West Virginia State House, The West Virginia State Senate, and Governor Jim Justice
I Support my Family Resource Network
FRN's have been essential in generating additional resources for communities during the continuous federal and state budget cuts and economic downturn. This economy has not effected the children and families of WV, but the support system that helps to provide a safety net for out citizens - including social services, law enforcement agencies and schools. The FRN's have emerged as the safety net our communities have needed, while at the same time receiving 23% less in funding than in 2000, despite inflation. This erodes at the foundation of the work that FRN's are able to do in WV counties and jeopardizes the resources.
Why is this important?
Family Resource Networks are organizations that understand and are responsive to the needs and opportunities in WV communities. Partnering with citizens and local organization, the FRNs develop, coordinate and administer innovative projects and provide needed resources.
FRNs have leverage
6.7 million in funds to local communities
1.3 million in funds for other organizations
Over 2 million in-kind
117 people employed through FRNs
FRN's believe that the most valuable and lasting improvements arise locally, from determined and well-equipped local leaders who can mobilize their communities with a common vision. We believe that investing in these leaders is one of the most critical catalysts for community-wide change. Most of all we believe that the children and families of WV are valuable. A state that is equally proud of its worth and resources will be a state that continues to work for a better future.