Georgia Avenue Family Support Collaborative (GAFSC) was formed in 1998 to respond to the needs of at-risk families and children in Northwest DC. With support from the D.C. child welfare agency, then under receivership, GAFSC engaged residents, conducted needs assessments and developed a governance body in the target areas. In 2002, the Collaborative became a separate 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. GAFSC is one of five Healthy Families Thriving Communities (HFTC) Collaboratives in the District of Columbia. Although these nonprofit organizations focus primarily on their communities and therefore are Ward-based, we work collectively to plan programs and services, advocate for low-income families, and implement and maintain common practice standards.

Celebrating Growth, Community, and Connection at BFSC

The Brightwood Family Success Center (BFSC) is excited to share recent highlights and upcoming opportunities that continue to strengthen our bond with the community. A Joyful Graduation: Ready Set Go Life Skills Program Earlier this month, we proudly hosted the Ready...

Join the BFSC Community Advisory Council

At the Brightwood Family Success Center (BFSC), we believe that true community success begins with community voice. That’s why we are inviting passionate, committed, and experienced neighbors to join our Community Advisory Council (CAC) — a group dedicated to shaping...

The Family Services Program

The Family Services Program provides community-based child welfare services that use the Protective Factors Framework and Motivational Interviewing to strengthen families. Services in this program include family support, case management, information and referral,...

Naloxone (Narcan) Distribution

Georgia Avenue Family Support Collaborative (GAFSC) has been certified to manage and operate an Opioid Overdose Prevention Program through a Standing Order signed by Dr. Nancy Black, Interim Chief Medical Officer, Department of Behavioral Health (DBH).  This standing...

Our Mission. Our Purpose.

The Georgia Avenue Family Support Collaborative (GAFSC) mission is to support children, youth and families to become healthy, empowered and connected in a multi-cultural community. We envision a diverse community where individuals and families prosper, are invested, are self-reliant and live safe and healthy lives. 

Our direct work with families focuses on building protective factors in parents and children, and our community capacity building work increases the skills, knowledge and advocacy ability of residents and partners and strengthens the safety net. This dual approach contributes to family wellbeing that can be sustained over time with minimal dependence on formal service providers.  All our programs are focused on better outcomes for youth and their families.

Upcoming Events

The Georgia Avenue Family Support Collaborative (GAFSC) is actively engaged within our local community as well as in the District at large, providing support to those in need and participating in events that encourage community involvement and growth.

See a quick view of upcoming events in our area that you might be interested in participating in and be sure to check out the Community Events section of our site for even more event details and information. We look forward to meeting you there!

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