To strengthen and support children, families, and individuals as they evolve and grow in a changing community.

To advocate and to serve in the best interests of children in our community.

To provide volunteer advocates to work independently for the best interests of each child of service coming under the jurisdiction of the Michigan Barry, Eaton, and Ingham County Courts due to abuse and neglect.

To provide a safe, faith-based, Christian living environment for women who have been previously incarcerated. These women will be afforded the opportunity to obtain the help, training, treatment, and support for permanent, positive re-entry into the community.

To make the life-changing wisdom of the Bible understandable and accessible to all.

To provide quality volunteer advocacy for abused and neglected children involved with family court to assure each child a safe, permanent, and nurturing home.

We advance the missions of Michigan nonprofit organizations that serve low income individuals and communities through pro bono and low cost legal and other professional services, organizational development, and trusted guidance

To develop and promote efforts aimed at the elimination of all domestic and sexual violence in Michigan.

To advocate for the safety and well-being of children in the courts and through other programs and services.

The goal of the Citizens Research Council is to secure good government for the citizens of Michigan — government that is representative of and responsible and accountable to the public; effective in carrying out its responsibilities and providing services; and efficient in the use of its resources.