Where families of all backgrounds find guidance, connection, and strength.
Trusted Support, Reliable Resources
When Life Gets Complicated, You Don’t Have to Face It Alone
Raising teens isn’t for the faint of heart; perhaps you're unsure how to help. Maybe you’re seeking a specialist due to health concerns or trying to understand your legal rights in a challenging situation. If you're new to the area, you may feel lost.
At the Family Resource Center, we offer more than just information—we provide genuine support anchored in dignity, trust, and culturally sensitive care. Whether you’re navigating challenging parenting moments, addressing housing or legal inquiries, or simply seeking someone who truly listens, we’re here for you. No matter the challenge or phase of life, you don’t have to face it alone.
Because Strong Families Strengthen Us All
When your family is facing something hard—big or small—it’s easy to feel alone. Perhaps you’re juggling parenting stress, health concerns, or a significant transition, such as moving to a new community. You want answers, but more than that, you want to feel seen, heard, and supported.
At the Family Resource Center, we walk alongside families at every stage of life. We offer trusted, culturally aware support that meets you where you are—with dignity, understanding, and care. Because when families thrive, the whole community benefits.
What You’ll Find Here:
A welcoming space where every family feels valued
Culturally responsive guidance for parenting, health, and daily life
Help navigating services, programs, and local resources
Support for newcomers settling into life in Pelican Rapids
A safe place to ask questions, get answers, and grow together
What We Offer
Parenting support and education
Help navigating school systems
Mental health and wellness resources
Housing and food access connections
Immigration and legal information
Community referrals and advocacy
Whether you’re new to Pelican Rapids or new to the U.S., the Family Resource Center is here to help you feel at home.
We offer bilingual support, trusted local connections, and a warm welcome every step of the way—because belonging doesn’t just happen. It starts with people who care.
Reach out, we’re ready to help.
Getting support shouldn’t be stressful. Our team is here to listen, help you find answers, and walk alongside you with care and respect.
Explore More of What We Offer
Community Gathering Space
A flexible, welcoming venue for celebrations, learning, and connection. From cultural events to potlucks and performances, this is where the Pelican Rapids community comes together.
The Friendship Kitchen
This licensed commercial kitchen supports emerging entrepreneurs, home cooks, and cultural traditions, turning recipes into livelihoods and meals into moments of belonging.
The Youths
Young people lead here. From life skills to leadership development, our youth-led programs empower the next generation to build confidence, discover purpose, and drive community change.
Support The Center
Get Involved Today!
This place exists because of people like you who believe in community. Want to help keep it thriving?
Donate: Help us keep the doors open, lights on, and programming humming.
Volunteer: Set up events, host, clean up, and welcome guests.
Partner: Contribute monetarily, goods, services, or expertise—from furnishings to construction—to help bring the vision of The Bridge Center to life.
Give What You Can: From snacks to supplies, your in-kind donations keep this space running.