The Family Resource Center

Free and confidential strength-based services for families with minor children

The Family Resource Center is a hub of resources, referrals, and information. Membership is FREE for families with minor children in Hawaiʻi County. 

Benefits include access to emergency supplies like diapers, wipes, hygiene supplies, parenting supports including coaching, classes, informal talk-story sessions, special events and activities, as well as guidance for families experiencing homelessness or who are at risk of homelessness. 

Our mission is to provide a safe environment for families to seek the resources and support they need to thrive!

The Family Resource Center is committed to empowering families by addressing their immediate needs while also focusing on long-term stability. We are here to support families, regardless of income level — whether it’s providing parenting education, distributing essential items, or connecting families to resources that pave the path to a better future.

Your family’s success is our mission. Together, we can continue to create a nurturing and resilient community in Puna.

If you or someone you know could benefit from the services offered by the Family Resource Center, please don’t hesitate to reach out. 

Services Offered

Learn More About the Family Resource Center

Family Resource Center Team

The Family Resource Center is more than just a service provider—it’s a vital asset for families in need, offering support to overcome barriers to a stable home life. 

Our programs are designed to address the root causes of child abuse and neglect, such as lack of housing, insufficient hygiene resources, and gaps in parenting skills. The goal is not only to provide temporary relief but to empower families with the tools and knowledge they need to thrive long-term. 

All our services are delivered using a compassionate, holistic, strength-based, and trauma-informed model.  

Our Team

Our team supports members in achieving their goals, such as securing stable housing, enhancing parenting knowledge and skills, and accessing tangible goods to alleviate financial burdens.

Our dedicated team of professionals understands the unique challenges faced by our community because many have lived through similar experiences themselves, and have deep personal ties to the Hawaiʻi Island community. 

This shared understanding allows us to deliver services in a personalized way, ensuring every family that walks through our doors feels supported and connected.