Florida State Employees’ Charitable Campaign
2008
APPROVED ORGANIZATIONS
HEART OF FLORIDA UNITED WAY
Adult Literacy League, Inc.
Trained volunteers, tutors and paid instructors provide reading instruction to youth and adults. Family literacy
services are provided for infants and preschoolers and their parents. (407) 422-1540 www.adultliteracyleague.org
6.93%
Alzheimer Resource Center, Inc.
To lighten the burden and improve the quality of life for families devastated by Alzheimer's disease through
counseling, support services, research and hope. (407) 843-1910 www.alzheimerresourcecenter.org 16.52%
BETA Center, Inc.
Educational, residential, childcare and other supportive services that help build stronger families and prevent child
abuse among teen and other high risk parents. (407) 277-1942 www.betacenter.org 9.28%
Big Brother Big Sister of Central Florida
The mission of Big Brothers Big Sisters of central Florida is to help children reach their greatest potential through
professionally supported one to one mentoring relationships. (407) 478-2996 www.bbbscfl.org 11.24%
Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Florida, Inc.
Safe affordable after-school summer child care and developmental programming for at risk youth in Brevard, Orange,
Osceola, and Seminole counties, teaching values, skills and knowledge for successful lives. (407) 841-6855
www.bgccf.org 8.76%
Boys Scouts of America, Central Florida Council
Boys Scouts of America provides educational program activities for youth ages 6-20 such as leadership training,
aquatic safety, camping and food collection for the needy. (407) 889-4403 www.cfcbsa.org 6.62%
Catholic Charities of Central Florida
A family agency providing b-lingual individual/marriage/family counseling, pregnancy services, adoption placement,
disaster response, family assistance (food, rent, utilities), immigration services/refugee resettlement. (407) 658-1818
www.cflcc.org 14.64%
Center for Drugs-Free Living, Inc. (The)
The center is a comprehensive community-based non profit provider of substance abuse, prevention, intervention,
and treatment as well as behavioral health and wellness services. (407) 245-0045 www.cfdfl.com 13.70%
Center for Independence Living in Central Florida, Inc.
CIL promotes rights, responsibilities and independence among people with all disabilities and strives to eliminate
architectural, communication, and attitudinal barriers through education, resources and training. (407) 623-1070
www.cilorlando.org 13.97%
Central Florida Police Athletic League, Inc.
Provides educational and recreational programs in a safe environment for at-risk youth. Programs foster self-respect
and respect for others and law enforcement. (407) 291-1996 www.centralfloridapal.org 15.45%
Central Florida Young Men's Christian Association
Develops values and improves the quality of life for individuals, families and communities through fitness, youth
development and senior outreach programs. (407) 896-9220 www.centralfloridaymca.org 13.17%
Children's Home Society of Florida Central Florida Division
Embracing children, inspiring lives, adoption foster care, children's emergency shelter, counseling, case
management, parent education, child abuse prevention, mentoring in Orange, Osceola, Seminole counties. (321)
397-3007 www.chsfl.org 16.74%
Christian Service Center for Central Florida, Inc.
Feeding the hungry, providing rent/utility assistance, food and clothing to hurting families. Providing tutoring, after
school care and summer camp for at risk children. (407) 425-2523 www.christianservicecenter.org 21.37%
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Coalition to Educate for the Homeless of Central Florida, Inc.
To address the needs of the homeless in our community and to serve as a catalyst for community collaboration to
end homelessness. (407) 426-1256 www.centralfloridahomeless.org 21.89%
Community Coordinated Care for Children, Inc. (4C)
A child care resource and referral agency which provides financial subsidies to quality early learning child care
programs for low to moderate income working families. (407) 532-4115 www.4cflorida.org 2.12%
Community Health Centers, Inc.
Community Health Centers, Inc. is a nonprofit, healthcare organization that provides quality primary and preventative
medical, dental, and pharmaceutical services to the central Florida community. (407) 905-8827 www.chcfl.com
11.44%
Devereux Florida
Devereux Florida provides services for emotional, development and behavioral needs for 13,500 children annually in
settings ranging from home, school and community to residential programs. (407) 362-9210 www.devereuxfl.org
5.27%
Edgewood Children's Ranch, Inc.
We house, educate, love, counsel, and care for at risk youth ages seven through seventeen in an effort to reunite the
family. (407) 578-0506 www.edgewoodranch.org 15.33%
Florida Senior Programs, Inc. (Foster Grandparent Program of Central Florida)
Provide stipend volunteer opportunities for low income persons 60+ years with children who have special and/or
exceptional needs. (407) 298-4180 www.fostergrandparentprogram.org 11.59%
Florida Senior Programs, Inc. dba Retired & Senior Volunteer Program
RSVP helps people 55 and better to participate more fully in the life of their community through significant volunteer
service at 130 volunteer stations. (407) 422-1535 www.rsvporangecountyfl.net 11.59%
Girls Scouts of Citrus Council, Inc.
Girl scouting provides programs and activities which help girls build their own courage, confidence and character who
make the world a better place. (407) 896-4475 www.citru-gs.org 24.77%
GROWS (Greater Reading or Writing Skills) Literacy Council, Inc.
GROWS is a literacy program dedicated to teach reading, writing, listening and speaking skills to adults no matter
race, creed, color of national origin. (407) 889-0100
10.38%
Heart of Florida United Way
Improves people's lives by mobilizing the caring power of Central Florida through volunteering, in kind donations, 2-11 referral service, and raising funds for critical programs. (407) 835-0900 (407) 835-0900 www.hfuw.org 10.65%
Jewish Community Center of Greater Orlando
To provide variety of programs and services designed to strengthen family life and enhance the quality of life for both
the Jewish and general community. (407) 645-5933 www.orlandojcc.org 9.46%
Jewish Family Services of Greater Orlando, Inc.
Jewish Family Services is a multi-service agency providing programs that meet human service needs and enhance
family life for both Jewish and non-Jewish communities. (407) 644-7593 www.jfsorlando.org 12.16%
Justice and Peace Office, Inc.
We provide educational and after school programming, parenting skills, financial literacy and emergency assistance
for adults and children of the rural working poor in Central Florida. (407) 889-0100 www.apopkajpo.org 12.03%
Kathleen Anderson Comprehensive Work Center d/b/a Seminole Work Opportunity Program
Provides sheltered employment for developmentally disabled adults, taught basic academics, communication, daily
living, job related skills. Paid for all work performed per department of Labor. (407) 699-4419 21.05%
Kids House of Seminole, Inc.
Aid abused children from report and investigation through prosecution and treatment. We provide all necessary
services for abuse cases in a friendly non-threatening environment.
(407) 324-3036 www.kidshouse.org 15.03%
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Lakeside Behavioral Healthcare , Inc.
Lakeside Behavioral Healthcare, Inc. provides high quality, cost-effective mental health services for adults, children
and families in Central Florida including inpatient and outpatient care. (407) 822-5051 www.lakesidecares.org
6.04%
Legal Aid Society of the Orange County Bar Association, Inc.
Provides free legal assistance to low income residents in civil matters including family, immigration, housing, public
benefits, consumer, health and juvenile law. (407) 841-8310 www.legalaidocba.org 8.38%
Life Concepts, Inc. dba Quest, Inc.
Quest provides choices and opportunities for individuals with disabilities to exceed expectations by offering
vocational, residential, employment, supported living, recreational and children's services. (407) 218-4363
www.questinc.org 19.89%
LifeLine of Central Florida, Inc.
Provides a range of crisis services to individuals in Central Florida. Services include a 24 hour community crisis line
and youth services. (407) 425-5201 www.lifelinecentralflorida.org 19.33%
Lighthouse Central Florida, Inc.
Lighthouse Central Florida promotes the independence of people with blindness and visual impairment through
professional vision rehabilitation including technology, education, support and advocacy. (407) 898-2483
www.lighthousecentral florida.org 17.46%
Living Hope International Ministry, Inc.
Residential outreach services to females 18 older giving them the opportunity for lifestyle change, the ability to
recover from chemical dependency abuse, dysfunctional lifestyle. (407) 422-6797 www.livinghopecdc.org 13.21%
Meals on Wheels
Provide nutrition and other supportive services to older adults of Seminole County which help them to live
independently. (407) 333-8877 www.mealsetc.org 10.43%
Mental Health Association of Central Florida, Inc.
Support families and consumers of mental health. Provide prevention and diversion programs especially to high risk
youth to improve our community's mental health. (407) 898-0110 www.mhacf.org 11.09%
Mustard Seed of Central Florida
To provide basic necessities such as furniture and clothing at no charge to families and individuals who desire to
rebuild their lives after a tragedy. (407) 875-2040 www.mustardseedfla.org 11.23%
Orlando Day Nursery Association, Inc. (ODN)
ODN provides quality care and education services to young children from Orlando's most vulnerable families in order
to build a more stable and flourishing community. (407) 422-5291 www.orlandodaynursery.org 7.94%
Orlando Regional Healthcare Foundation on the behalf of The Howard Phillip Center for Children and
Families
Helps children overcome developmental delays, offers healthcare to uninsured teens, advocates for and protects
victims of child abuse and provides comprehensive care for HIV positive individuals. (321) 843-1022
www.arnoldpalmerhospital.org/parents/child_health/phillips/index.cfm 2.41%
Osceola Association for Retarded Citizens, Inc.
Osceola ARC provides skill acquisition, competitive job placement, vocational training, transportation and supported
living coaching to adults with developmental disabilities in Osceola County. (407) 847-6016 www.osceolaarc.org
10.34%
Osceola County Council on Aging, Inc.
Provide assistance for vulnerable populations enabling our clients to remain in their homes thereby fostering selfreliance, independence and self-sufficiency. (407) 846-8532 www.osceolagenerations.org 9.34%
Primrose Center, Inc.
To transform the lives of people with developmental disabilities by providing opportunities to achieve their fullest
potential. (407) 898-7201 www.primrosecenter.org 10.26%
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Rescue Outreach Mission of Sanford, Inc.
Organization provides emergency food, shelter, clothing to the poor and needy of our communities. In addition,
counseling and case management is provided to improve condition. (407) 321-8224
www.rescueoutreachmission.org 17.14%
Safehouse of Seminole
Seeking an end to domestic violence by providing community education, outreach support, crisis intervention and
safe haven for survivors of domestic violence and their children. (407) 302-5220 www.safehouseofseminole.org
6.16%
Salvation Army of Orange County
The Salvation Army-Orange County provides shelter for the homeless, food for the hungry and programs to prevent
homelessness with the goal of relieving human suffering. (407) 423-8581 www.salvationarmyorlando.org 19.85%
Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, Inc.
Second Harvest Food Bank collects and distributes over 17 million pounds of donated food annually to more than 500
local non-profit agencies with feeding programs. (407) 295-1066 www.foodbankcentralflorida.org 2.78%
Seminole Community Volunteer Program, Inc.
Through innovative partnerships and collaborations, SCVP engages and connects volunteers with opportunities to
serve providing a high quality experience enriching their lives. (407) 323-4440 www.scvp.org 11.32%
Seminole County Bar Association Legal Aid Society, Inc.
Empower disadvantaged Seminole County residents by providing them opportunity to access legal system with goal
of enhancement of self-sufficiency, living conditions and personal safety. (407) 834-1660 5.91%
Seniors First, Inc.
Providing Meals on Wheels, Neighborhood lunch, home improvement, durable medical equipment, and other
services for senior citizens in central Florida. (407) 292-0177 www.seniorsfirstinc.org 21.58%
Share the Care, Inc.
Share the Care mission is to relieve the burden of caregiving by providing access to respite services, enabling
caregivers to maintain their family at home. (407) 423-5311 www.helpforcaregivers.org 21.30%
Specialized Treatment, Education and Prevention Services, Inc. (STEPS)
Community based organization that offers comprehensive substance abuse intervention, education, and treatment to
individuals prioritizing women who are pregnant/postpartum and/or have small children. (407) 522-2144
www.flsteps.org 10.34%
Spouse Abuse, Inc. (d.b.a. HARBOR HOUSE)
Harbor House's programs include emergency shelter, 24 hour crisis hotline, court advocacy, outreach services and
education programs. Last year Harbor House helped over 14,000 survivors. (407) 886-2244
www.harborhousefl.com 6.56%
The Gift of Swimming, Inc.
The mission of the Gift of Swimming is to provide swimming scholarships to the community's underprivileged,
mentally or physically challenged or otherwise disadvantaged. (407) 905-2815 www.giftofswimming.org 21.97%
The Grove Counseling Center, Inc.
The Grove offers a comprehensive service system for the prevention and treatment of substance abuse and
behavioral health problems in and around Central Florida. 407-327-1765 (407) 327-1765 www.thegrove.org
11.93%
United Cerebral Palsy of Central Florida
UCP of central Florida develops the full potential within each child with special needs by providing the best support,
education and therapy services. (407) 852-3300 www.ucpcdc.org 9.54%
Visiting Nurse Association of Central Florida, Inc.
VNACF delays and prevents inappropriate or unnecessary nursing home admissions of frail homebound elderly
through the provision of home and community based services. (407) 628-2884 www.ccecares.com 12.42%
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Welborne Avenue Nursery & Kindergarten, Inc.
Affordable quality childcare for ages 6 weeks - 5 years for very low-moderate income families, programs to
strengthen cognitive, social, motor skills assessed semi-annually. (407) 644-5885 13.53%
Winter Park Day Nursery, Inc.
Provides high quality child care, preschool and pre-kindergarten education to lower-income families with fees on a
sliding scale based on placement on federal poverty level. (407) 647-0505 www.winterparkdaynursery.org
11.33%
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