The Sarah Frances Grant Homestead, built in 1880 was once the home of Smith and Sarah Frances, prominent members of Central Falls society. This majestic, Queen Anne style home was gifted by Mrs. Sarah Frances with the wish that, "young women may have life and have it more abundantly."

The Sarah Frances Grant Homestead became the headquarters of the YWCA Greater Rhode Island in 1914, turning it into the hub of YWCA operations, and the cornerstone of support for citizens in the cities of Pawtucket and Central Falls. In 1996 a plan was implemented to restore this grand Victorian to its original purpose-- a safe haven and a home.