Florida State Employees’ Charitable Campaign2008
APPROVED ORGANIZATIONS
UNITED WAY OF NORTH CENTRAL FLORIDA
Alachua County Organization for Rural Needs, Inc. ( ACORN Clinic)
Provides primary, preventive, low cost medical and dental services to rural and low income families of North Central Florida through the use of volunteer healthcare professionals. (352) 485-1133 5.28%
American Red Cross of North Central Florida
Maintains emergency preparedness, assists disaster victims, provides CPR, First Aid, Water Safety, HIV/AIDS education, provides emergency assistance and communications to military and their families. (352) 376-4669 5.55%
ARC of Alachua County Chapter
Provides residential services, supervised employment, vocational training, community based employment, life skills training and advocacy for persons with developmental disabilities. (352) 334-4060 13.91%
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mid-Florida
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mid-Florida helps children reach their potential through professionally supported one on one mentoring relationships. (352) 375-2525 23.15%
Boys and Girls Clubs of Alachua County, Inc.
Provides youths between the ages of 6 and 18 the opportunity to participate in programs designed specifically for them, with special concern for disadvantaged youth. (352) 373-3885 14.00%
Catholic Charities Bureau, Inc.
Provide services to the needy, advocate for justice, human dignity and quality of life; and call on people of good will to join these efforts. (352) 372-0294 12.08%
Child Advocacy Center, Inc.
Child Advocacy Center conducts child friendly forensic interviews of abused children, therapy and case management using a multidisciplinary team approach in a child friendly environment. (352) 376-9161 24.00%
Children's Home Society of Florida, Mid-Florida Division
Children's Home Society provides a range of services to benefit children and families including prevention and intervention services, residential care and family visitation centers. (352) 334-0955 16.74%
Gainesville Community Ministry
GCM provides emergency assistance to families and individuals in crisis. Assistance includes food, clothing, housing deposits, utility assistance, dental, vision, prescription assistance and special needs. (352) 372-8162 9.00%
Girls Club of Alachua County
Provides unique opportunities for girls to enjoy recreational and academic activities in a nurturing safe environment. Programs include: athletic, summer, after-school and specialty classes. (352) 373-4475 20.19%
North Central Florida YMCA
YMCA provides comprehensive programs throughout the region for people of all ages and income levels. YMCA programs demonstrate the values of honesty, caring, respect and responsibility. (352) 338-9627 14.00%
Peaceful Path Domestic Abuse Network, Inc.
Provides services to victims of domestic violence through emergency and long term shelter, advocacy, case management, information and referrals, and counseling. Training and volunteer opportunities available. (352) 377-5690 4.61%
Planned Parenthood of North Central Florida
Provides responsible sex education programs focused on preventing teen pregnancy and STDs, including HIV. Promotes family planning. Promotes health care for men and women. (352) 376-9000 15.68%
St. Francis House, Inc.
To provide emergency food, temporary shelter, transitional housing, and supportive services in a safe environment for people in Alachua county who find themselves homeless and hungry. (352) 378-9079 23.63%
Three Rivers Legal Services, Inc.
We provide quality legal assistance to the poor, abused, disabled and elderly of North Florida and to empower and educate them through preventive legal education. (352) 372-0519 5.00%
United Way of North Central Florida, Inc.
Working to advance the common good by focusing on: supporting children and families, meeting immediate needs and good health. Engages communities to create long lasting change. (352) 331-2800 15.00%
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