Iris Family Support Center Debuts New Mission and Vision
The Fort Wayne organization concludes a two-year transition, moving from its former identity as SCAN to a new brand.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Philanthropy
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The Iris Family Support Center recently unveiled a new mission and vision for the community, capping a two-year organizational transition. Formerly known as SCAN, the center aims to prioritize child safety and family stability through its updated operational identity.
Why it matters
The rebrand reflects a strategic evolution in how the organization delivers services to Fort Wayne families. By focusing on permanent, safe housing and community education, the center seeks to ensure that every child can thrive in a nurturing home environment.
The organization completed a two-year transition period to officially shift its operations and public identity from SCAN to the Iris Family Support Center. This timeline marks the duration of the internal strategic shift.
The players
Iris Family Support Center
A Fort Wayne-based organization formerly known as SCAN that works to protect children and strengthen families.
Jessica Tartaglia
A community engagement specialist who hand-painted the new mural depicting the transition of the support center.
The details
To commemorate the milestone, the center commissioned a hand-painted mural by local community engagement specialist Jessica Tartaglia. The artwork visually represents the transition by depicting the Greek goddess Iris moving from a stormy night into daylight, with imagery featuring the Well Street Bridge.
Timeline
October 22, 2026: The organization unveiled its new mission, vision, and mural.
2024-2026: The support center underwent a two-year transition process to rename the entity from SCAN to Iris.
Market Landscape
The transition from SCAN to Iris marks a significant evolution in the local non-profit sector's public presence. This rebranding allows the organization to align its mission more closely with the historical organizational evolution of SCAN while signaling a renewed focus on modern family support.
Residents can continue to access the same essential support services under the new Iris branding, ensuring continuity of care for children and families. The updated mission underscores the center's commitment to providing safe, permanent living environments for local youth.
The takeaway
The transformation of this center highlights the importance of aligning an organization's visual and mission-based identity with its long-term goals. Residents seeking support or information about family resources should note the name change to ensure they access the correct services.
Further reading
Learn more about local efforts to support children and families in the Fort Wayne Philanthropy section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by 21alivenews.
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