OUR VISION AND MISSION

Vision Statement

The Assistance Center of Collin County's vision is to be the resource residents rely on to regain financial stability.

Mission Statement

Our mission is to prevent homelessness and poverty for individuals and families in financial crisis through referrals, education, and short-term assistance.

Our History

In 1977, the population in Plano was slightly below 60,000 and in Collin County was just slightly above 121,000. Initially named the Information and Referral Center of Collin County, the Center was established as a not-for-profit organization to “inform, guide, direct, and link people to appropriate human service resources." Senator Florence Shapiro, along with other forward-thinking citizens of Plano, formed the Center’s first Board of Directors. Fast forward over 40 years later, the Assistance Center has grown as well as the needs of the community. In response to that growth and greater needs of the county, the Assistance Center seeks to stabilize the family’s home by providing rental and utility assistance. Once the home has been stabilized, the family then is engaged in self-sufficiency strategies designed to change their economic condition.

Executive Director

Azaria Hall

Azaria started at the Assistance Center in 2015 and holds an associate degree in social work and a bachelor's degree in human services. She has a passion for helping others and ensuring they have resources available for unexpected hardships. Azaria loves to spend time with her family and friends, travel and watch her children play basketball.

BOARD OF DIRECTORS