This project is funded by an Idaho Children's Trust Fund grant.
Our MFRCs provide resources through school-based family events and community events with the purpose of increasing family and parent engagement in their child’s health and education. MFRC supports ALICE families by providing access to nonprofit resources and services, hopefully easing financial challenges.
These events are designed to support families of diverse backgrounds, recognizing the importance of inclusivity and equity. Given the rural nature of some areas within our service region, this project aims to bridge gaps in access to services and resources for families who may be geographically isolated.
Collaboration with the local schools is at the core of this program. The effect that poverty and economic disadvantage has had on educational outcomes, is evidence by years of research. The need for consistent resources in our communities continues to be a hurdle. For example, those lacking housing, food, consistent employment, or who don’t speak the English language face disadvantages when accessing services or resources. The MFRC is built upon partnership with community organizations and agencies. In order to reach our intended audience, we must initiate strong partnerships and have tough conversations.
“There were so many great resources providing info that can truly benefit a ton of people. I'm so glad we came. I got info packets from each place and I know I will be able to either use or give them to friends who could use them, i.e., I didn't realize the Dept. of Health offered gun locks.”
- Parent Participant of Play it Safe
"This was our first encounter with the Mobile Family Resource Center and it is wonderful. Instilling a love of reading into our children is very important to us and it was great for them to see books as an important part of the event, and to be able to keep one for themselves. Beyond that, it was really nice for us to sit as a family and engage with the crafts together. Thank you all for this resource and this event!"
- Parent participant of Play it Safe
"Getting to know all the organizations and learning all the resources they can provide for the community. Its beneficial for my children as well because they do fun activities and take home new books and crafts."
- Parent participant of an MFRC event
