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Who We Are

Two smiling people sitting behind a table at a resource center event, with a sign that reads 'Ferry Street Resource Center - Building bridges to opportunity & sustainability.'

About Ferry Street

Ferry Street Resource Center is a trusted nonprofit helping individuals overcome life’s challenges. We believe real change starts with being seen and heard. That’s why we prioritize one-on-one support—taking time to truly listen, understand each individual’s story, and walk alongside them through life’s challenges.

Whether someone needs emergency assistance or is working toward long-term goals, we offer more than just resources—we offer a caring presence, trusted guidance, and a plan tailored to their needs.

It’s this personal connection that sets us apart—and it’s why so many in our community turn to Ferry Street in their time of need.

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Our Impact

Every year, we respond to:

3,500+

requests for assistance

Every year, we support:

500+

unique individuals

The Heart of Ferry Street

Our Team

Ric Pawloski

Executive Director

Email: directorfsrc@gmail.com

Arqullia Lewis
Services Coordinator
Email: servicesfsrc@gmail.com

Ashley Lesniak
Services Coordinator​
Email: intakefsrc@gmail.com

Our Board of Directors

Harry Lockridge

Board President

Lily Martinez

Board Secretary

Andrew Cousins
Treasurer

Beverly Woodson

Member

Our Supporters

The Ferry Street Resource Center board of directors and staff would like to thank these companies and foundations for their generous support of our programs, as we help the people of Berrien County improve their community.

Black-and-white logo of the Frederick S. Upton Foundation with a portrait of an elderly man in a suit and tie on the left
The Huntington logo featuring a green hexagon with lines forming the letter 'H' inside, and the word 'Huntington' in gray text below.
Logo of the Michigan Gateway Community Foundation with its name in black and blue text.
Logo of Berrien Community Foundation with a stylized blue heart-shaped knot design above the organization's name and slogan.
Logo for Herman & Kittle Properties, Inc., featuring a green house icon and green text.
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Logo of Greater Niles Community Federal Credit Union featuring their name and a shield emblem.
Text logo reading 'the HEART of COOK' with a red heart shape incorporated in the word 'HEART'.
Everwise Credit Union logo with a purple tree symbol and company name
Source Bank logo with an orange house icon containing the words "source" and "Bank" in bold orange letters