Franklin County Department of Social Services

07/31/2026

❗️Please see the important announcement below❗️

07/18/2026

Mark your calendars! Back-to-school season is quickly approaching. Come to Carilion Children's – Tanglewood on August 1 at 9 a.m. for free children's haircuts and fun!

School supply donations can be purchased through the Amazon Wishlist: https://amzn.to/4xYPUn8

Donations requested include:
Full-size backpacks
Spiral-bound notebooks
Notebook paper
Pencil cases
Scissors

We hope to see you there!

07/18/2026

Congratulations!

Many of you know Rocky and the determination he brings to everything he does. We’re proud to celebrate him as a recipient of the Doug Ramsey Education Scholarship as he heads back to Ole Miss to continue pursuing his law degree.

Rocky’s commitment to his education and his future is inspiring, and we’re honored to invest in students who are working hard to achieve their goals and make a difference in their communities!

Congratulations, Rocky!! We’re cheering you on and can’t wait to see all that you accomplish!

07/18/2026

The has job openings!
We are excited to announce position openings for Revenue Officers within the Small Business Self Employed Operating Division. You will be part of a dedicated team that plays a crucial role in the U.S. economy. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement.

If you’re ready to make a difference, apply today!
⭐ Revenue Officer (GS-07/09): https://ow.ly/eRhb50Zokui
⭐ Revenue Officer (GS-11): https://ow.ly/6fkQ50Zokvw

05/31/2026

Today our agency had the pleasure of taking a self-defense class, and it was an incredible experience. Our team had a great time, built confidence, and learned valuable skills.

Thank you Alejandro Modern Martial Arts Academy having us!

05/16/2026

Police Appreciation Week 💙

Today we brought donuts to proudly recognize the incredible men and women of the Rocky Mount Police Department - Virginia and the Standing Watch - Office of the Sheriff, Franklin County, Va.

We are deeply grateful for the partnership, protection, and unwavering support you provide to our agency and to the families we serve. Your dedication strengthens our work and keeps our community safe.

Thank you for all you do — today and every day. 💙

04/26/2026

Last night our Director, Toni Turner, and Benefits Supervisor, Donna Barbour, had a blast volunteering to chaperone the Franklin County High School after prom party. ❤️

04/12/2026

Thank you to everyone who attended our third annual Child Abuse Awareness Family Fun Day! It was a joy to see everyone having such a great time.

It was a wonderful turnout and we’d like to thank all of our wonderful volunteers, vendors, and community partners for making it such a special day. 💙

04/10/2026

Tomorrow is our Child Abuse Awareness Family Fun Day💙

Here are just a few reasons you won’t want to miss it:

• Touch‑a‑Truck experience and displays from Franklin County Sherriff's Office, Rocky Mount Police Department, and Public Safety
• Complimentary bounce house
• Free face painting
• Free carnival‑style games with prizes
• Free temporary tattoo station
• Opportunities to shop with local small businesses
• Great food available on-site
• Information about community services and support groups
• Education on how to recognize and report child abuse
• Live music at no cost
• Raffle drawings for gift cards and items from local businesses
• Opportunities to support BACA and SVCAC, organizations dedicated to helping children in our community
• And much more!

We hope to see you there tomorrow for a day full of family fun and community connection! 💙🩵

04/08/2026

Life’s what you make it — so let’s make it rock!

Join us for Child Abuse Awareness Family Funday on April 11th, 11 AM–3 PM.

Bring the family, enjoy activities, and stand together for a safer, stronger community.

Thank you Mayor Holland Perdue and Franklin County Family YMCA for partnering with us!