neighbors in crisis
Who We Serve
The community we serve encompasses anyone in need in Fairfax County. Hear their stories.
breaking the cycle
What We Do
We provide services and leadership to break the cycle of homelessness.
Building Stronger Futures
By helping Fairfax residents today, we hope to empower individuals and families to improve long-term outcomes for themselves, their children, and the generations that follow.
our community’s generosity
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building stronger futures
Services that help our neighbors, every step of the way »
Mission, Vision, and Values
MISSION: FACETS transforms lives by stabilizing and empowering individuals and families facing poverty, housing instability, hunger, and financial insecurity. Through innovative programs, strong partnerships, and data-driven strategies, we create pathways to lasting and systemic change.
VISION: FACETS envisions a community where individuals and families in need can quickly, effectively and compassionately access the resources they need to achieve stable housing, economic security, and overall well-being.
VALUES:
- A Culture where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity
- Leading with empathy, trust, and a sense of community
- Communicating and cooperating respectfully
- Promoting an equitable environment in all facets of our services to both internal and external customers
- Committing to learning opportunities to better understand our own biases and the impact those biases may have on the population we serve
A Proud History
In 1988, FACETS (Fairfax Area Christian Emergency Transition Services) was established by Linda D. Wimpey and other volunteers from local faith communities to provide meals to individuals and families experiencing homelessness and food insecurity in Fairfax County, Virginia.
From our beginnings as an outreach ministry, FACETS has evolved into one of the county’s largest social and human services nonprofits. Today, we are a non-denominational organization working with more than 35 faith communities and several thousand volunteers. We work collaboratively with private and public organizations in a countywide effort to expand safe and affordable housing and address all “facets” of hunger, homelessness, and poverty.
