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Vision, Values and History FACETS’ Mission, Vision and Values Mission: Our mission at FACETS is to build strong families and safe communities by improving the quality of life for impoverished men, women and children through comprehensive programs addressing physical, spiritual and emotional needs. Vision: Our vision at FACETS is to be the trusted, primary catalyst for bringing together those who have a need with those who can help meet the need to break the cycle of homelessness and poverty in Fairfax, Virginia. Guiding Values: § Dignity of our clients – FACETS values the dignity of our clients, accepts people wherever they are – physically, emotionally and spiritually. Whenever possible, FACETS works one-on-one with clients. Consistent with our Christian roots, FACETS makes a heart connection, listens and guides but does not judge. § Commitment to our staff, volunteers, partners and donors – FACETS values our dedicated staff, volunteers, partners and donors as our most important assets. They provide, manage and leverage all of our resources. §
Integrity and professionalism of our operations - FACETS values
excellence of management and professionalism of service delivery
and is a superior steward of the resources of the community. History of FACETS FACETS was founded in 1988 to respond to the diverse and multiple needs of homeless and low-income people living in Fairfax, Virginia. It began as an outreach project by its founder, Linda D. Wimpey, and three Episcopalian churches. Today, more than 80 local faith partners, along with numerous businesses and organizations serve as FACETS' partners. Initially, FACETS' work consisted of delivering hot meals to homeless families three nights each week and personal outreach by Ms. Wimpey. Nightly meals have been served by a core of over 600 church volunteers and about 40,000 meals were served in the last year. With the help of an additional 400 volunteers, FACETS provides social work services and programs for families in shelter (The Homeless Intervention Services Program) and at four assisted housing developments (The Family Enrichment Services Program),as well as manages a mentoring program for both adults and youth. FACETS also supports and provides case management to the Supportive Housing Program, which provides the opportunity for homeless people living in extreme poverty to reside in a home with social work supports, mentors and financial assistance. FACETS'
history has been one of growth in the number of people served and
in the quality of its services. The organization is led by a 15
member Board of Directors which is responsible for strategic planning
and resource development. The staff consists of the
Chief Executive Officer, a Deputy Director of Programs and Administration, a Director of
Development, a Volunteer Program Manager, four social workers, three
Program Coordinators, and an Executive Assistant.
To
contact our staff, please visit the contact
page.
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