The mission of Families First of Palm beach County is to advance the well-being of children and families through high-quality programs in prevention, early intervention, child development, behavioral health, education, and advocacy.
For 29 years, Families First has been providing a hand up to families so they can find their way back to self-sufficiency and provide safe, loving homes for their children. Services are directed toward family strengthening, health, behavioral health, and housing.
To learn more about Families First of Palm Beach County please visit their website.
We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to providing creative design programs for individuals with disabilities. We offer professional health support, creative training, workforce skills development and interactive activities to individuals aged out of school with differential abilities, as well as their caregivers and/or families. Our 5 month training programs in design are flexibly tailored to each person and emphasize teamwork as aC² Team of a Creative (the individual) and Collaborator (the caregiver). Featuring various artistic techniques, re-purposing recycled materials and awareness for sustainability.
We proudly strive for opportunities for Creatives and Collaborators to develop artistic strengths, self expression and inspiration for their own design brand. At the end of our programs, we connect our teams with local venues to showcase and market their own brand as an artist.
They can be reached by phone at 954.600.5330 or on the aZul for Better Living website here. Listen to the program here:
Achievement Centers is a community based, family focused organization dedicated to providing opportunities where under resourced children may thrive in a positive environment. Our programs support educational growth, skill building and healthy lifestyles which create a positive and lasting impact on a child.
They can be reached by phone here 561-276-0520or on the Achievement Centers for Children and Families website here. Listen to the program here:
The Community Spirit Race is a community-wide fundraising event for nonprofit organizations with plans to be one of the largest collaborative fundraising events in South Palm Beach County.
The Spirit Race will feature:
Certified & Accuchip Timed 5K
1 Mile Run/Walk
Kid’s Fun Run
Nonprofit/Vendor Expo
Kid’s Zone
Organizations and businesses recruit walkers/runners /donation-gatherers to raise funds. Funds can be raised for any nonprofit organization, school or church. The run and walk is open to all.
To register for the race please got to SpiritRace.org
For more information on the Community Spirit Race please visit SpiritofGivingNetwork.com or call 561.385.0144
ScentsAbility is an organization that helps individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our mission is to provide job training, employment and housing for young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We teach them how to punch in/out for their shift, how to use a cash register, stock shelves, alphabetize, count money, and how to use a computer to ring up a sale. Building a better future for individuals with IDD!
Oh, we forgot to mention they make amazing custom soy blend candles for ambiance in the home, baby showers, wedding gifts, or as party favors. Or use the mini-tin with custom logo as a calling card for your company or organization.
“Lighting the Path to Independence One Candle at a Time!”
Visit the ScentsAbility store! 11480 W. Sample Road Coral Springs Fl 33065 954-234-4405
WiseTribe is an education nonprofit that empowers individuals as engaged citizens through collaborative learning opportunities. By bringing diverse generations and cultures together for project-based experiences, WiseTribe strengthens the wellbeing and sustainability of our communities.
Our learning projects are forward thinking, fostering social innovation and economic development within local economies. Innovative ideas are exchanged, relationships are sparked, and new skills are developed as we build a better world – and have fun doing it.
They can be reached by email attogether@wisetribe.us or on the WiseTribe website here. Listen to the program here:
Ted Hoskinson was an elementary school teacher for a period of time at a very fine academic institution in Washington, DC. Years earlier, he was a student at the same school for nine years and graduated from high school there.
Although Ted did not make teaching his life-long vocation, he always cared deeply about elementary education. His wife Anne and he decided that their joint legacy would be to establish and fund a charity that would focus on children in need, improving their lives through better education and by encouraging strong, cohesive families. As Ted became more involved in this idea, his initial focus became centered on public school elementary education. As a boy attending a private school Ted was privileged to receive great knowledge and caring from many teachers. He enjoyed experiences that he had once taken for granted, and now understands now just how precious they were in so many ways.
Ted’s wife Anne passed away in April of 2016. As part of the grieving process, he decided the best way he could honor her was to begin the mission they conceived together! Anne wanted to call the Charity “Roots and Wings”. By luck, that name was still available in Florida, and the Charity was officially established as a 501(c)(3) organization under that name. Roots and Wings created an initial Board of Directors and began the work of the Charity, accepting contributions from others who also believed in this cause and its mission. Roots and Wings then began the wonderfully fulfilling task of engaging others in the wonderful adventure of gifting in a meaningful way to enrich the future by strengthening the youth of tomorrow.
My Future My Choice Inc. is here to help! Based in Broward County, Florida, our 501(c)(3) non-profit organization connects inner-city youth with caring mentors charged with the mission of exposing teens to positive influences and educating them in areas such as self-esteem, college planning, financial well being and social responsibility. Our hope is that after completing our program, our youth will possess an appreciation for a quality education, awareness of social issues, financial knowledge and a healthy self-esteem.
We are recruiting mentors who are willing to commit four to five hours per month to our young ladies. If you share our passion to help teens achieve their full potential, we would love to have you as a part of our team! Click here to contact us for more details.
They can be reached by phone at (954) 603-1383 or on the My Future My Choice website here. Listen to the program here:
We had the pleasure of having Irene Deck, Co-Chair of SCORE Palm Beachon this weeks show.
About SCORE:
Clients Matter Our clients’ success is our success.
Small Business Matters Small business is the engine of our national economy through business formation, job creation and wealth building. Small businesses and their support are critical to vibrant communities in our society.
Giving Back Matters We give volunteers, stakeholders and sponsors the ability to give back to communities through their support of SCORE. Successful small business owners understand the importance of giving back to their communities.
Volunteers Matter SCORE is volunteer business people helping small business people solve business problems. Volunteers give freely of their time, energy and knowledge to help others. SCORE volunteers donate over 1 million hours of their time each year to support their communities.
Experience Matters A client’s experience matters – the truest measure of our mission and our service – we ensure that our clients have a positive experience. A volunteer’s experience matters – their relevant knowledge, wisdom and experience serve our clients through mentorship and education. A volunteer’s experience with SCORE matters – we ensure that volunteers find value and satisfaction while engaged with SCORE.
Relationships Matter In relationships, we act with integrity, respect, honesty, purpose, and professionalism. We listen with an open mind, encourage and openly communicate with all people seeking help from SCORE. Personal, long-term relationships are a driver of small business success. Community alliances are critical to the success of SCORE.
Diversity Matters We believe in the importance, value and power of diversity – diversity of people and diversity of thought. The diversity of race, gender, ethnicity, geography, and experience is important and valuable in SCORE. We strive to achieve diversity of our volunteer corps, staff, board and clients.
Lifelong Learning Matters We believe that small business owners who are lifetime learners adapt to change more readily and are more successful. Volunteers as lifelong learners remain relevant, achieve personal satisfaction and growth.
They can be reached by phone at (561) 833-1672 or on the SCORE website here. Listen to the program here:
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