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“Empowering people to grow from crisis to hope.”
Our Services
Family Crisis Network
~ Care & Advocacy for Victims of Domestic Violence or Sexual Assault ~
~ Assistance & Support During Times of Need ~
Family & Children First
~ Coordination of Services for Vulnerable Youth & Their Families~
RAFT Supervised Visitation Center
~ Local Safe Haven for Supervised Visits & Safe Exchanges ~
Recent Stories
COVID-19 – We are still here!
Our Home is still here! During the COVID19 emergency, Our Home Family Resource Center will continue to offer services to Mercer County Residents in need as we are able. Our lobby is closed, but we are monitoring our phones. Call 419-586-4663 and choose an extension to...
read moreEmpty Bowls Mercer County 2020 Campaign Partners
COVID19 Update: Our Home Family Resource Center
Our Home Family Resource Center will continue to offer services to Mercer County Residents in need, but the Lobby is closed. To receive assistance with food, financial assistance, domestic violence, sexual assault, or supervised visitation call 419-586-4663. Any...
read moreTickets, Tickets, Get Your Tickets!!
On Saturday, April 4th, Our Home Family Resource Center will be serving up a good time at the 3rd Annual Empty Bowls Mercer County Dinner & Auction. The event will be held at American Legion Post 210 in Celina. Doors open at 5:30pm, dinner will begin at 6:30pm....
read moreDominion Energy Foundation Grant Awarded to Our Home Family Resource Center
Our Home Family Resource Center has received a grant from the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation. These funds were awarded for support of Our Home’s Direct Services & Referral Program and its efforts to meet critical community needs such as food, shelter, and...
read moreEmpty Bowls Mercer County; “Create A Bowl” Raffle Winners Announced
Nearly 100 painters participated in Our Home Family Resource Center’s annual “Create A Bowl” event held at Brew Nation/Potters House on Main on January 18. In addition to creating 194 unique bowls, this group of people raised $3080 for Empty Bowls Mercer County 2020...
read moreOur Home Family Resource Center
Our Home Family Resource Center is a family of programs, sharing a concern for strengthening individuals and families in Mercer County, Ohio. The primary function of Our Home is to provide a central entry point through which people in Mercer County can find and receive support during times of need. Our Home is a Non-Profit Organization that provides support and services to income eligible residents of Mercer County, Ohio. The programs of Our Home include Family Crisis Network, Direct Services & Referral, R.A.F.T. (Reaching & Assisting Families in Transition) and Mercer County Family & Children First Council.
Our Home Vision
Empowering people to grow from crisis to hope.
Mission Statement
We assist people in their time of need, motivate them to develop and achieve their goals, and inspire their confidence and self-sufficiency.
Starting Bid $10 | Estimated Value $30 [Ends 9am on 4/8]
It’s Purple & It’s A Unicorn … Need We Say More?? This steel, 14oz tumbler with lid and straw is suitable for hot and cold drinks and was donated by A Cup Full of Love (handwash only, do not microwave)
Online Silent Auction Guidelines:
1. View items and place bids on Our Home Family Resource Center’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/OURHomeFRC/ . Bids must be made as a comment on the item posted to Our Home’s Page to be considered valid.
2. To make a bid for an Online Silent Auction Item, locate the item on Our Home’s Facebook Page, enter your bid in the comment section under the picture of the item that you are bidding on. The opening bid on each item will be posted by Our Home Family Resource Center. Each subsequent bid must follow the minimum increment of $5.00. Any bid not adhering to these guidelines will be declared invalid and voided.
3. Once the auction is declared closed, the highest bid entered in the comment section that adheres to the designated increment shall constitute the winning bid and will be so marked. In the event of a dispute, the Empty Bowls Mercer County (EBMC) Committee Chair shall act as the final authority.
4. The winning bidder will be contacted via Facebook Messenger, to discuss payment and delivery.
a. Payment must be made within 24 hours and winner will be given instructions for processing this through Our Home’s Facebook account (Paypal or Credit Card).
b. Delivery for most items can be handled through First Class Mail, those that cannot be mailed will require pickup. Arrangements for pickup will be made with health and safety in mind, on convenient future date, at an agreed upon public place within Celina City Limits.
5. Payment must be made in full (Paypal or Credit Card)
6. Any item that is not paid for within 24 hours of auction closing will be offered to the next highest bidder and sold.
7. By bidding in the Online Silent Auction, each bidder agrees to these auction rules. EBMC reserves the right to add or withdraw items, without notice, to or from the Online Silent Auction. Auction item purchases are final. No returns or exchanges will be issued. All items “as is”.
8. EBMC provides no guarantees, warranties or servicing of auction items and is not liable for any personal injury of damage to property that may result from the use of the item or service sold.
Thank you for your support of Empty Bowls Mercer County; Happy Bidding!!
#EBMC20 #EmptyBowls #Auction #Fundraising #Unicorn #Purple #Drinks
It’s Purple & It’s A Unicorn … Need We Say More?? This steel, 14oz tumbler with lid and straw is suitable for hot and cold drinks and was donated by A Cup Full of Love (handwash only, do not microwave)
Online Silent Auction Guidelines:
1. View items and place bids on Our Home Family Resource Center’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/OURHomeFRC/ . Bids must be made as a comment on the item posted to Our Home’s Page to be considered valid.
2. To make a bid for an Online Silent Auction Item, locate the item on Our Home’s Facebook Page, enter your bid in the comment section under the picture of the item that you are bidding on. The opening bid on each item will be posted by Our Home Family Resource Center. Each subsequent bid must follow the minimum increment of $5.00. Any bid not adhering to these guidelines will be declared invalid and voided.
3. Once the auction is declared closed, the highest bid entered in the comment section that adheres to the designated increment shall constitute the winning bid and will be so marked. In the event of a dispute, the Empty Bowls Mercer County (EBMC) Committee Chair shall act as the final authority.
4. The winning bidder will be contacted via Facebook Messenger, to discuss payment and delivery.
a. Payment must be made within 24 hours and winner will be given instructions for processing this through Our Home’s Facebook account (Paypal or Credit Card).
b. Delivery for most items can be handled through First Class Mail, those that cannot be mailed will require pickup. Arrangements for pickup will be made with health and safety in mind, on convenient future date, at an agreed upon public place within Celina City Limits.
5. Payment must be made in full (Paypal or Credit Card)
6. Any item that is not paid for within 24 hours of auction closing will be offered to the next highest bidder and sold.
7. By bidding in the Online Silent Auction, each bidder agrees to these auction rules. EBMC reserves the right to add or withdraw items, without notice, to or from the Online Silent Auction. Auction item purchases are final. No returns or exchanges will be issued. All items “as is”.
8. EBMC provides no guarantees, warranties or servicing of auction items and is not liable for any personal injury of damage to property that may result from the use of the item or service sold.
Thank you for your support of Empty Bowls Mercer County; Happy Bidding!!
#EBMC20 #EmptyBowls #Auction #Fundraising #Unicorn #Purple #Drinks
Starting Bid $15 | Estimated Value $40 [Ends 9am on 4/8]
No need to go to the big city for cutting edge fashion! Shop Shop olive and ASH for fresh, fun, and affordable clothing, décor, and accessories. Donation includes: $25 gift card with inspirational sign and koozie.
Online Silent Auction Guidelines:
1. View items and place bids on Our Home Family Resource Center’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/OURHomeFRC/ . Bids must be made as a comment on the item posted to Our Home’s Page to be considered valid.
2. To make a bid for an Online Silent Auction Item, locate the item on Our Home’s Facebook Page, enter your bid in the comment section under the picture of the item that you are bidding on. The opening bid on each item will be posted by Our Home Family Resource Center. Each subsequent bid must follow the minimum increment of $5.00. Any bid not adhering to these guidelines will be declared invalid and voided.
3. Once the auction is declared closed, the highest bid entered in the comment section that adheres to the designated increment shall constitute the winning bid and will be so marked. In the event of a dispute, the Empty Bowls Mercer County (EBMC) Committee Chair shall act as the final authority.
4. The winning bidder will be contacted via Facebook Messenger, to discuss payment and delivery.
a. Payment must be made within 24 hours and winner will be given instructions for processing this through Our Home’s Facebook account (Paypal or Credit Card).
b. Delivery for most items can be handled through First Class Mail, those that cannot be mailed will require pickup. Arrangements for pickup will be made with health and safety in mind, on convenient future date, at an agreed upon public place within Celina City Limits.
5. Payment must be made in full (Paypal or Credit Card)
6. Any item that is not paid for within 24 hours of auction closing will be offered to the next highest bidder and sold.
7. By bidding in the Online Silent Auction, each bidder agrees to these auction rules. EBMC reserves the right to add or withdraw items, without notice, to or from the Online Silent Auction. Auction item purchases are final. No returns or exchanges will be issued. All items “as is”.
8. EBMC provides no guarantees, warranties or servicing of auction items and is not liable for any personal injury of damage to property that may result from the use of the item or service sold.
Thank you for your support of Empty Bowls Mercer County; Happy Bidding!!
#EBMC20 #EmptyBowls #Auction #Fundraising #Boutiques #ShopLocal
No need to go to the big city for cutting edge fashion! Shop Shop olive and ASH for fresh, fun, and affordable clothing, décor, and accessories. Donation includes: $25 gift card with inspirational sign and koozie.
Online Silent Auction Guidelines:
1. View items and place bids on Our Home Family Resource Center’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/OURHomeFRC/ . Bids must be made as a comment on the item posted to Our Home’s Page to be considered valid.
2. To make a bid for an Online Silent Auction Item, locate the item on Our Home’s Facebook Page, enter your bid in the comment section under the picture of the item that you are bidding on. The opening bid on each item will be posted by Our Home Family Resource Center. Each subsequent bid must follow the minimum increment of $5.00. Any bid not adhering to these guidelines will be declared invalid and voided.
3. Once the auction is declared closed, the highest bid entered in the comment section that adheres to the designated increment shall constitute the winning bid and will be so marked. In the event of a dispute, the Empty Bowls Mercer County (EBMC) Committee Chair shall act as the final authority.
4. The winning bidder will be contacted via Facebook Messenger, to discuss payment and delivery.
a. Payment must be made within 24 hours and winner will be given instructions for processing this through Our Home’s Facebook account (Paypal or Credit Card).
b. Delivery for most items can be handled through First Class Mail, those that cannot be mailed will require pickup. Arrangements for pickup will be made with health and safety in mind, on convenient future date, at an agreed upon public place within Celina City Limits.
5. Payment must be made in full (Paypal or Credit Card)
6. Any item that is not paid for within 24 hours of auction closing will be offered to the next highest bidder and sold.
7. By bidding in the Online Silent Auction, each bidder agrees to these auction rules. EBMC reserves the right to add or withdraw items, without notice, to or from the Online Silent Auction. Auction item purchases are final. No returns or exchanges will be issued. All items “as is”.
8. EBMC provides no guarantees, warranties or servicing of auction items and is not liable for any personal injury of damage to property that may result from the use of the item or service sold.
Thank you for your support of Empty Bowls Mercer County; Happy Bidding!!
#EBMC20 #EmptyBowls #Auction #Fundraising #Boutiques #ShopLocal
Starting Bid $10 | Estimated Value $20 [Ends 9am on 4/8]
Bid on a $20 gift certificate from Coldwater Flowers on the Corner, your local connection for unique gifts, beautiful floral arrangements, AND great customer service!
Online Silent Auction Guidelines:
1. View items and place bids on Our Home Family Resource Center’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/OURHomeFRC/ . Bids must be made as a comment on the item posted to Our Home’s Page to be considered valid.
2. To make a bid for an Online Silent Auction Item, locate the item on Our Home’s Facebook Page, enter your bid in the comment section under the picture of the item that you are bidding on. The opening bid on each item will be posted by Our Home Family Resource Center. Each subsequent bid must follow the minimum increment of $5.00. Any bid not adhering to these guidelines will be declared invalid and voided.
3. Once the auction is declared closed, the highest bid entered in the comment section that adheres to the designated increment shall constitute the winning bid and will be so marked. In the event of a dispute, the Empty Bowls Mercer County (EBMC) Committee Chair shall act as the final authority.
4. The winning bidder will be contacted via Facebook Messenger, to discuss payment and delivery.
a. Payment must be made within 24 hours and winner will be given instructions for processing this through Our Home’s Facebook account (Paypal or Credit Card).
b. Delivery for most items can be handled through First Class Mail, those that cannot be mailed will require pickup. Arrangements for pickup will be made with health and safety in mind, on convenient future date, at an agreed upon public place within Celina City Limits.
5. Payment must be made in full (Paypal or Credit Card)
6. Any item that is not paid for within 24 hours of auction closing will be offered to the next highest bidder and sold.
7. By bidding in the Online Silent Auction, each bidder agrees to these auction rules. EBMC reserves the right to add or withdraw items, without notice, to or from the Online Silent Auction. Auction item purchases are final. No returns or exchanges will be issued. All items “as is”.
8. EBMC provides no guarantees, warranties or servicing of auction items and is not liable for any personal injury of damage to property that may result from the use of the item or service sold.
Thank you for your support of Empty Bowls Mercer County; Happy Bidding!!
#EBMC20 #EmptyBowls #Auction #Fundraising #Florists #ShopLocal
Bid on a $20 gift certificate from Coldwater Flowers on the Corner, your local connection for unique gifts, beautiful floral arrangements, AND great customer service!
Online Silent Auction Guidelines:
1. View items and place bids on Our Home Family Resource Center’s Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/OURHomeFRC/ . Bids must be made as a comment on the item posted to Our Home’s Page to be considered valid.
2. To make a bid for an Online Silent Auction Item, locate the item on Our Home’s Facebook Page, enter your bid in the comment section under the picture of the item that you are bidding on. The opening bid on each item will be posted by Our Home Family Resource Center. Each subsequent bid must follow the minimum increment of $5.00. Any bid not adhering to these guidelines will be declared invalid and voided.
3. Once the auction is declared closed, the highest bid entered in the comment section that adheres to the designated increment shall constitute the winning bid and will be so marked. In the event of a dispute, the Empty Bowls Mercer County (EBMC) Committee Chair shall act as the final authority.
4. The winning bidder will be contacted via Facebook Messenger, to discuss payment and delivery.
a. Payment must be made within 24 hours and winner will be given instructions for processing this through Our Home’s Facebook account (Paypal or Credit Card).
b. Delivery for most items can be handled through First Class Mail, those that cannot be mailed will require pickup. Arrangements for pickup will be made with health and safety in mind, on convenient future date, at an agreed upon public place within Celina City Limits.
5. Payment must be made in full (Paypal or Credit Card)
6. Any item that is not paid for within 24 hours of auction closing will be offered to the next highest bidder and sold.
7. By bidding in the Online Silent Auction, each bidder agrees to these auction rules. EBMC reserves the right to add or withdraw items, without notice, to or from the Online Silent Auction. Auction item purchases are final. No returns or exchanges will be issued. All items “as is”.
8. EBMC provides no guarantees, warranties or servicing of auction items and is not liable for any personal injury of damage to property that may result from the use of the item or service sold.
Thank you for your support of Empty Bowls Mercer County; Happy Bidding!!
#EBMC20 #EmptyBowls #Auction #Fundraising #Florists #ShopLocal
