Close to 800 children in Sarasota, Manatee, and DeSoto counties have been removed from their homes due to allegations of abuse, neglect, or abandonment and placed in temporary living situations.
As the court works to resolve the issues that brought them into foster care, we come alongside them for the perilous journey which takes an average of 18 months, but in some cases much longer.
Through our responsive programs, we meet each child exactly where they are. State funding is limited. Our programs fill gaps and add stability to children and families who are on the brink of chaos. We bring academic progress to children who have fallen behind due to frequent moves and trauma. We support a healthy sense of belonging and self-worth by giving children the opportunity to participate in childhood activities most of us take for granted. And we restore the joy of childhood by supporting milestone events such as birthdays, academic progress, prom, and graduation.