History of the CRC

Collier Resource Center was founded in January 2015 to focus on a single mission: help Collier County individuals and families navigate the complex and often perplexing maze of health and human services through case management. As it’s grown, CRC hasn’t wavered from that goal. Today, the case management approach has proven to establish wellness and stability through advocacy, communication, identification of service resources and service facilitation. The case manager helps identify appropriate providers and facilities throughout the continuum of services, while ensuring that the person receives an individualized course of direction and follow-up support.

The first group of volunteers trained on Jan. 29, 2016, at the office of Collier County United Way office. The volunteer case management team continues to grow and flourish thanks to their training, dedication, and diverse skills. From serving 60 people in our first year, we have grown exponentially. Our revenue has also risen dramatically, thanks to the generosity of our donor base.

A knowledgeable, experienced, and dedicated board of directors was strategically identified to provide leadership, creativity and expertise in a variety of areas. Established in 2015 and subsequently expanded, the board has worked tirelessly to enable CRC to succeed in its mission. Just as critically important are the “angels” who provided the necessary funding to launch and support the growing organization. These individuals and new partners understood the dream; their wise foresight and strong financial assistance continue to guide CRC’s growth.

Today, following a “one call does it all” option, CRC makes sure not to duplicate or replace any existing organizations. We partner with non-profits throughout Collier County to ensure that individuals receive accurate and individualized assistance. Indeed, part of what makes Collier Resource Center unique from other organizations that provide referral services is the fact that our case management program costs clients nothing, has no limit of time, and includes follow-up care.

Be part of CRC’s future by volunteering or donating today.