About

CRC Development Center

Empowering Families, Strengthening Communities

ABOUT US

Allowing Our Light To Shine So We Can Make A Difference!

At the Crestview Resource & Community Development Center (CRC), we strive to educate, empower, and equip individuals while fostering a safe and engaging learning environment that helps everyone reach their full potential.

Located at 798 Martin Luther King Jr Ave. in Crestview, FL, CRC is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free programs and enhancing social services to meet the needs of our community.

The CRC collaborates with nonprofit organizations, government agencies, churches, and civic groups, and delivers comprehensive direct client services and educational programs. Our goal is to create a welcoming, family-friendly space where individuals can access essential resources and support in Crestview and surrounding areas.

The CRC also serves as a central hub for support agencies and plays a vital role in feeding the hungry. Every month CRC partners with Emerald Coast Food Rescue (ECFR) to provide meals to families and community members in need in Crestview.

We invite you to join us in our mission to uplift families and strengthen our community. Together, we can make a lasting impact.

WHAT WE OFFER

COUNSELING

  • Counseling Services
  • HIV Testing & Counseling

EMERGENCY

  • Home Assistance
  • Rent & Utilities

EDUCATION

  • Poverty Solutions
  • Job Skills Development
  • Financial & Credit Workshops

MEDICAL ASSISTANCE

  • Vaccines
  • Sickle Cell Support

VOCATIONAL TRAINING

  • Job Readiness
  • Basic Computer Class

OTHER SERVICES

  • Open Computer Lab
  • Free Notary Service
  • Legal Services of North FL

POPULATIONS WE SERVE

The Crestview Resource Center is dedicated to assisting a diverse range of individuals and families by providing access to vital resources and supportive services.

WE PROUDLY SERVE:

  • Active duty military personnel in transition, offering guidance and support during periods of change
  • Veterans, by connecting them with essential services and community-based assistance
  • Individuals and families seeking to rebuild their lives, strengthen their households, and achieve long-term financial stability
  • Those seeking a new beginning, including individuals desiring a positive life transformation and direction

Empowering lives, restoring hope, and building stronger communities, one step at a time.

PARTNER WITH US

Our partners are the backbone of our mission at the CRC. Please contact us to learn more about partnership opportunities.

  • A Bed 4 Me – Provides beds to children in need.
    • 2nd Tues each month. 10:30 A.M. – 2:30 P.M.
  • AHEC (Area Health Education Center) – Seeks to improve health and healthcare access in underserved communities.
    • 1st & 3rd Tues each month. 10:00 A.M. – 2:30 P.M.
  • Basic Computer Class – Free computer class for beginners.
    • Every Wed 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Bridgeway/TBH – Treatment and support for individuals experiencing homelessness.
    • Wed & Thurs each month. 10:30 A.M. – 2:30 P.M.
  • CareerSource – Recommendations for job training and education, resume preparation, and critique.
    • Available by appointment.
  • Catholic Charities – Assistance for any homeless person who needs SNAP/Medicaid Applications.
    • 1st Wed each month. 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.
  • CIL/Center for Independent Living – Providing services and equipment on behalf of people with disabilities.
    • Available by appointment.
  • Lakeview Path – Helps people struggling with mental health issues to obtain housing/stability.
    • 1st & 3rd Tues each month. 10:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.
  • Legal Services of North Florida – Provides free legal counseling and support to qualified clients.
    • 2nd Wed each month. 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.
  • Okaloosa Department of Health – HIV testing and counseling.
    • Last Wed each month. 10:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.
  • Open Computer Lab – Free computer and internet access.
    • Tues & Thurs 10:30 A.M. – 2:30 P.M.
    • Wed closed 11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. for computer class.
  • Panhandle Warrior Project – Providing guidance and support to veterans in NWFL.
    • Every Wed 11:00 A.M. – 2:00 P.M.
  • Shelter House – State-certified domestic violence center with confidential emergency shelter.
    • 4th Tues each month. 10:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.
  • The Salvation Army – Available to help with rent and utilities for qualified persons, and other support services.
    • Every Thurs. 10:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M.
  • We Reign Sickle Cell – Non-profit raising awareness and providing support for those impacted by Sickle Cell.
    • 1st & 3rd Tues each month. 10:00 A.M – 2:00 P.M.

EMERALD COAST FOOD RESCUE

  • WHEN: 2ND THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH
  • TIME: 10:30AM TO 11:00AM (OR UNTIL WE RUN OUT)
  • DETAILS: FIRST COME, FIRST SERVE
  • LOCATION: 798 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave, Crestview, FL 32536

GET IN TOUCH

Staff

  • Dr. Cheryl Perry, Chaplain & Director
    • Email: crc@crestviewresourcecenter.org
  • Connie Johnson, Jill Lewis-Daggs, Assistant Managers
    • Email: crc798mlk@gmail.com