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
To engage, educate, enrich and empower women of all generations.
OUR VISION
We envision a region where all women and families thrive.
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!
WRC Inbox: Letter from a client
Dear WRC, I met with an attorney through the WRC’s Ask an Attorney program several months ago. I was in an abusive relationship, left him and went through a very difficult divorce. Unfortunately,
Meet WRC Case Manager: Regina Morris
"Regina shared an entire year of blood, sweat, and tears. She was my
The Leading Faces Behind WRC’s Fall Events
If you have visited any of the three WRC Centers, glanced through an
Life, Legacy and Love: Remembering Betty Schoenbaum
Over the summer, our community lost a philanthropic leader and a friend when
J. Jill’s Woman of the Quarter: Meet Alayna Chavez
The Queen of Soldering Is Crowned J.Jill “Woman of the Quarter” WRC is
CHANGE A LIFE TODAY
Support our 2,000+ clients who participated in over 8,279 hours of programming this year at the WRC.