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‘A mighty oak’: From single orphanage, Children’s Home Society is state’s greatest legacy

April 30, 2023

Chances are you know someone whose life has changed because of Children’s Home Society of Florida. Whether woven within the fabric of a family created through the loving act of adoption or the pomp and circumstance of a first-generation high school graduate, Children’s Home Society of Florida’s 120-year legacy is deeply braided into Jacksonville’s history. Established in […]

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Raise Awareness and Support Families During National Child Abuse Prevention Month

April 27, 2023

Since 1902, Children’s Home Society of Florida has helped children and families by supporting and empowering parents to raise their children in healthy, nurturing homes. During National Child Abuse Prevention Month, we celebrate families working hard to break cycles of abuse and neglect, to create safe and stable homes for their kids, and to build […]

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Children living in poverty need us to rethink our focus | Commentary

April 23, 2023

It takes a village to raise a child, and our village is struggling. Why? Simply put, childhood poverty. The number of children living in poverty in Orange County is staggering, with more than 58,000 children impacted. That number represents a poverty rate of 19%, higher than the overall Florida rate of 18.2%. Growing up in an under-resourced […]

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25 Women for 2023: Anna Kay Hutchison is ‘the connector’ in school partnership

April 21, 2023

Working in the human-services sector isn’t a job for Anna Kay, it’s her life’s calling. She started volunteering at the age of 12 at the local YMCA and has now amassed over 25 years of impressive work in the nonprofit arena, including some of the ground-breaking innovations and partnerships that have led to her being […]

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Preventing Child Abuse: A Community-Wide Effort

April 18, 2023

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month, a time to raise awareness about child abuse and neglect, and to educate communities and families about how to prevent it. Child abuse is a serious problem that affects millions of children every year. According to the CDC,  one in seven children in the United States experiences child abuse […]

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Struggles Turn Into Hope Thanks to Community Partnership School

April 13, 2023

Kelly, a mother of 3, was feeling hopeless and adrift. She had recently lost her job and was struggling to provide for her three children. She needed clothes and school supplies for her kids and dress clothes for herself so she start interviewing again. Kelly was worried about how she would manage to do it […]

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‘Care Closet’ At C.A. Weis Elementary School provides students with food, clothing and hygiene products

April 7, 2023

PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) —  When students at C.A. Weis Elementary return to school Monday they’ll have access to a new space. A brand new “care closet” will provide free food, clothing and hygiene products for those who may be in need. “Some of our students they lack some confidence when it comes to their physical […]

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Remembering Samuel P. Bell III

March 27, 2023

A legacy of GOOD With relentless passion, Samuel P. Bell III left a legacy that will forever change the future for Florida’s children. A fierce and loyal child advocate, Sam carried a powerful voice to influence decisions that would create a stronger, healthier, safer Florida for kids; through Sam’s leadership in the Florida Legislature, he […]

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Empowering Florida’s students

March 24, 2023

Shawn, Community Partnership School Director at Wilkinson Jr. High in Jacksonville shares the importance of supporting students and their families each day.  When communities come together, GOOD can grow even further… a mission we’re passionate about expanding through our Community Partnership Schools™ model. What fuels you in your role every day? I’m fueled every day […]

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Spotlight On Community Solutions: Unlocking Potential through Mentoring, Outreach, & Job Training

March 23, 2023

Life can be tough – for all of us. For youth and adults who try to navigate life’s hurdles alone, it can be especially tough. That’s why we’re passionate about connecting youth with mentors, guidance and resources – so they know they’re not alone!  Through CHS’ many programs, youth can build skills and confidence as […]

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