Vision Statement

Creating a thriving, vibrant, and abundant future for the people of Appalachia.

Vision

The Vision of F.A.C.D.O. is to see cultural, economic, educational, and social transformation through programs designed for youth, family, single parents, addiction recovery, and any disadvantaged peoples looking for and longing to make a change in their lives and future. Our goal is to establish “Centers of Community”. i.e. Facilities containing gathering/meeting facilities, both educational and transitional housing facilities, as well as facilities centered around youth activities, and community kitchens, pantries, and gardens.

Our vision is to offer aid to all in need, while maintaining a focus on the willing. This principle lies at the core of all that F.A.C.D.O. does as they say,  “you can lead a horse to water but, you can’t make them drink”. So our motto is, “lead all, focus on the thirsty.”

Our Mission Statement

The mission of the Freedom for Appalachia Community Development Organization is to combat poverty, addiction, abuse and the disadvantages which they create through social, educational, emotional, behavioral, and relational reform.  FACDO’s plan is to further establish “centers” offering community-wide educational, medicinal, and social opportunities for healthier living, better thinking, and wiser investing.

Our Mission is to:

Dispel poverty and its disadvantages through education

Inspire families and individuals to make better, more educated and holistic choices

Train and equip the people of Appalachia and the Mid-Ohio River Valley through collaborative arts and education

Teach, inspire and elevate the next generation

Offer housing, addiction counseling and treatment and career opportunities