"We need our daughters just as much as they need us."
-Laura

Emerald Coast

Every year, we help more than 2,000 kids and families in the Panama City area. We create brighter futures for our children. We change their lives. We guide teens toward brighter futures ... teens like Morgan.

Morgan

Throughout her childhood, Morgan believed she was worthless, almost deserving of the brutal beatings she endured daily. She suffered in silence. When she was finally rescued from her nightmares, Morgan found safety, love and acceptance with Children's Home Society of Florida. With solid guidance, stability and encouragement, Morgan found self-confidence to participate in band, ROTC and leadership programs. Morgan recently graduated high school and now attends college on a full scholarship.

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Our community

See how we change lives. You probably know us best for Clair's House ... but we do so much more!

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Local contacts

Main number: (850) 747-5411
Fax: (850) 872-7345
914 Harrison Ave.
Panama City, FL 32401

William H. "Buster" Coleman
Executive Director
William.Coleman@chsfl.org

Felicia Cook
Development Director
Felicia.Cook@chsfl.org

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Grand Vacations Partnership

Win-Win! For you and kids!

Mention Children’s Home Society of Florida and receive 10 percent off your room, PLUS Grand Vacations will donate an additional 10 percent to our Emerald Coast Division.

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