Resource and Referral Services is the central point of information to assist individuals in finding services that match their needs, wants, hopes, and dreams.
Mission, values, and the work supporting people of all abilities in their communities every day.
A snapshot of the year’s milestones, measurable outcomes, and organization-wide impact.
The people guiding strategy, operations, and the quality of support across the organization.
Board stewardship, oversight, and accountability help guide the organization’s long-term direction.
The priorities and long-term goals guiding growth, innovation, and organizational direction.
Policies, reporting, and safeguards that support accountability, transparency, and ethical practice.
Business partners whose support strengthens programs, expands opportunities, and increases community impact.
Become a Corporate SponsorOrganizations across the network are working together to broaden services, share resources, and strengthen support.
Learn MoreLocal partnerships that expand access, build stronger community connections, and deepen our shared impact.
See our PartnersThere are so many ways to show up. Support inclusion, raise voices, and stay connected to the work. Find the opportunity that fits you and make it yours.
Every gift makes a difference. Find the giving option that feels right for you and the people we serve. No matter the size, your support helps someone thrive.
Leave a legacy that reflects what you believe in and ensures our work lives on for generations. It's one of the most meaningful ways to make a lasting difference.
Roll up your sleeves. Hands-on projects and service days that strengthen the spaces we all share. Your time and energy make a direct, visible difference in people's lives.
Our History
FREE was founded in April 1977 by a group of parents and advocates responding to the need for community residential alternatives to institutionalization. Scroll through five decades of programs, residences, and people.
Every milestone in this timeline started because someone said yes: a donor, a volunteer, a partner, a family. The next chapter is open.
