EMPOWERING WOMEN ON THE SUNCOAST SINCE 1979
For over 35 years, the Women’s Resource Center has been dedicated to provide counseling, training and direction to women of all generations by encouraging, educating, enriching and empowering them through life’s transitions.
Today, WRC serves thousands of women and families in Manatee and Sarasota counties. Our vision is to offer unique strategies and resources that encourage self-confidence, determination and a sense of place, that not only will meet immediate needs, but also provide hope for the future.
OUR MISSION
The Women’s Resource Center is dedicated to women of all generations by providing services which engage, educate, enrich and empower them through life’s transitions.
OUR VISION
To provide unique strategies and resources that provide our clients with the information, confidence and determination they need to meet her immediate needs and create hope for her future.
THE CENTERS
We entered a new era when both the Manatee County and Sarasota County WRC Boards of Directors voted unanimously to merge effective January 1, 2017. This merger strengthened our organization and enabled us to expand our programming with far-reaching impacts.
As we celebrate the merger’s one year anniversary, our team is better positioned to serve women from Parrish to Englewood, offering the tools she needs to be successful. There are now three Women’s Resource Center locations, convenient from anywhere in our community.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
We host several fundraising events throughout the year. Learn more about what’s happening.
CHANGING YOUR OUTFIT… COULD CHANGE ANOTHER WOMAN’S LIFE
Donate and purchase frequently at the Unique Boutique of the Women’s Resource Center!
The Unique Boutique of the Women’s Resource Center is an upscale resale boutique offering gently worn, brand name, women’s clothing and accessories in a variety of sizes and styles… you never know what treasures you will find!
Visit us in the heart of Bradenton’s charming downtown area in Jennings Arcade on Old Main Street. We are open from 11am until 5pm from Tuesday through Friday, and 10am to 2pm on Saturday.
WRC NEWS & UPDATES
There’s always something exciting happening at the Women’s Resource Center!
How WRC connects others to financial lifelines
Within our community, there are various resources available for hard-working families that are struggling to make ends meet. One of our objectives is to be able to connect our clients to these resources when
Why Trade Schools Might Be The Right Fit For You
Hear from our Wonder Women Client, Alayna Chavez! Alayna has exemplified great success in
Women’s Resource Center Awards $22,000 in 22 scholarships
The Women’s Resource Center, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to engaging, educating, enriching and empowering women
Economic prosperity for women through WRC
On a recent grant application, Women's Resource Center was asked how our organization builds
2018 Giving Partner Challenge
We just put the finishing touches on the supplemental grant applications for the 2018
CHANGE A LIFE TODAY
Support our 2,000+ clients who participated in over 8,279 hours of programming this year at the WRC.