The organization was incorporated in 1995 to develop affordable housing, a child development center, and a community resource center.
Since 2000, the agency has focused its efforts on providing family support programs with a focus on family literacy, adult education, and the empowerment of community residents. GFS is recognized as an incubator of high quality, community-focused, results-oriented programs that respond to residents' needs. To strengthen our impact, GFS partners with over 20 organizations to implement programs, refer volunteers, and conduct evaluation.