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Family Resource Centers and
FRC Networks
What is a Family Resource Center?
The Basics
Family Resource Centers (FRCs) are trusted, community-rooted hubs that strengthen families, build protective factors, and connect communities to prevention-oriented support.
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FRCs are currently defined in California State Statute under SB 436. CFRA's 2026 policy advocacy puts forth SB 557 to update and align with the National FRC definition (42 U.S.C. § 629a).
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The National Network
Standards That Guide Us
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The National Family Support Network (NFSN) is a member network of FRCs and associations across the country. As a member, CFRA stays connected to NFSN for practices and policies at a national level that directly support the enhancement of FRCs in California. CFRA coordinates training and implementation of the NFSN Standards of Quality for Family Strengthening & Support across California FRCs.
The History of Family Resource Centers
Our Roots
Family Resource Centers have played a vital role in strengthening families and communities across the US for decades. Rooted in a commitment to prevention and family well-being, FRCs have evolved into trusted, community-based hubs that connect families to resources, support, and one another.
Explore the full history to learn how this movement began and how it has grown into CFRA and the network of centers serving California communities today.
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