The Big Brothers Big Sisters Mission is to help children reach their potential through professionally supported, one-to-one relationships with measurable impact. Our vision is successful mentoring relationships for all children who need and want them, co...
Books-By-Mail is a fast, convenient service that supplies books, audio books, music cds and DVDs to people who are unable to use the library system due to temporary or long-term physical and medical disabilities....
Provides a safe, drop-in afterschool youth center. Summer programs are also available....
Provides an enriched educational program with an emphasis on literacy for children of working parents in the Harlem Heights community. Includes afterschool and summer programs....
Candlelighters of Southwest Florida provides support, education and advocacy to children with cancer and blood disorders as well as the professionals that care for them. The Candlelighters organization is a source of emotional support and assistance for ...
"The William ""Bill"" Austen Youth Center is a facility for children between the ages of 8-18 that includes a recreation center. Kids can drop in daily for use of the gaming systems (XBox 360 and Wii), the latest in computer software, video games, watch m...
A program for mentally and physically challenged children and adults to enjoy the full benefits of baseball, teamwork, sportsmanship, and fun in an atmosphere specifically designed to meet the individual needs of each challenged athlete....
Provides family support services including after-school programs, parenting classes, adult and family literacy, volunteer recruitment and placement, neighborhood revitalization, social services, juvenile diversion and reentry, mental health counseling and...
The purpose of the foundation is to fulfill the favorite wish of a terminally ill child. All arrangements are made and expenses covered by the foundation. Ex: airline tickets, rental cars, expense money and parental salary lost, as a result of taking time...
Children's Network of SWFL serves children who have been or are at risk of abuse, neglect or abandonment. Their services include: prevention/diversion, reunification, in home supervision, parent support services, parent education, medical case managemen...
This is a pregnancy and truancy prevention program designed for teens. This program is designed to reduce at risk behaviors and increased self-esteem in an after-school group setting....
Community Youth Development (CYD) creates environments, events, and activities that cultivate leadership and support positive choices. CYD serves thousands of middle and high school aged youth in Sarasota County each year. CYD encourages young people to ...
Offers a full collection, reference service, and a youth services department as well as Internet access, and free programs for adults, teens and children, including story time. Patrons can borrow CD books, music on CD, DVDs and magazines as well as books....
Ages: 10 - 18 (summer camp), 8 - 18 (residential program) Provides a week-long summer camp for youth. Provides residential programs for at-risk youth....
Ages 16 - 18. A 17 month quasi-military training and mentoring program. Assists high school dropouts, expellees and at-risk youth to develop life skills, complete education goals, and develop employment potential....
Includes a teen ministry. Provides non-perishable food. (food pantry / food bank)...
Provides adults and children with developmental disabilities social and educational opportunities designed to foster independence, self-esteem, individual growth and interpersonal relations. Provides supported employment, non-residential support services,...
"The mission of Friends of Foster Children of Southwest Florida (""FFC"") is to provide abused, neglected and abandoned children in Southwest Florida with the social, educational and financial assistance support the state does not."...
We are a ministry in partnership with Nathaniel's Hope; a program designed to give caregivers of children with special needs (VIP's) a break for three hours. One Saturday a month, from 10:00am to 1:00pm, fun activities such as games, stories, videos, mus...
Providing after-school, summer, early childhood, literacy, and youth development programs for at-risk children or impoverished families....
The Cultural Center of Charlotte County enriches the lives of area residents and visitors by offering educational, recreational, and social and fitness activities. The eight-acre center features a 500+seat theater, The Learning Place - for the Arts, Acad...
Provides services to all people with complex needs related to transitions, loss, and end of life. Services include individual and group grief counseling, support group, and counseling for victims of crime. Hope Kids Care provides developmentally appropri...
​E 4 i assists families with disabilities explore the sensation of self sustainability through entrepreneurship. Picasso Einstein's mission is to educate persons with disabilities to embrace a 'problem-solving' approach to life, and bring their untapped t...
4-H offers young people ages 5-18 an opportunity to share learn and grow through a variety of projects and events that help build self-confidence and other critical life skills. The goal of the Lee County 4-H Program is to build strong productive citizen...
Provides mobile library service to families living in housing projects, rural areas, and low income neighborhoods. The bookmobile is also available for special visits to schools and community events by appointment....
Large variety of programs and facilities available throughout Lee County for all ages. All locations offer programs; some fees attached....
​Entrepreneurship 4 Independence: assists families with disabilities explore the sensation of self sustainability through entrepreneurship. Picasso Einstein's mission is to educate persons with disabilities to embrace a 'problem-solving' approach to life,...
Offers free services to low income families and individuals including a library, food/clothing/household goods bank, afterschool program, academic support, day care, computer training, GED assistance, social services, health services, and housing assistan...
Wishes granted to children with life threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy....
The busy North Fort Myers Public Library offers a full collection, reference service, and a youth services department as well as Internet access, and free programs for adults, teens and children, including story time. Patrons can borrow CD books, music o...
A non-residential delinquency prevention program, targeting the unique needs of females who are identified as dependent, truant, runaway, delinquent, or in need of academic skills....
Offers at-risk youth ages 10 - 17 the opportunity to participate in youth development, sports and homework assistance. The program is led by the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office and is aimed at creating a positive relationship between the youth and law e...
Promotes leadership; strong attitudes and values....
Working residential ranch for boys with behavioral problems....
Two campuses in Bonita Springs. The Center for Visual Arts at 26100 Old 41 Road provides classes, workshops, gallery exhibitions programs for all ages in arts. The Center for Performing Arts at 10150 features theater, music, dance for all ages. In Boni...
Second Chance-Last Opportunity (SCLO) is a community-based organization that has been offering life management skills classes to at-risk teens and their low income and/or homeless families since 1995. Our clients often face multiple health, social and ec...
A horseback riding program which provides therapeutic riding to mentally- and physically-challenged children and adults. Fee for services; scholarships available....
Wish-granting for children with life threatening illnesses. The Wishing Well Foundation, Inc. is committed to creating cherished moments for those special children here in Collier & Lee Counties and to offer ongoing love and support to their families. O...
Provides recreational facilities in cooperation with Charlotte County Parks & Recreation Department. Recreational facilities and programs for youth aged 4 to 18. Computer room, children’s reading room, library, recreation room, and basketball courts avail...
Provides positive youth development programs and services including education, character development, arts and recreation. Free for students K-5. Low cost for middle school students. Transportation provided from many schools. ...
To provide a world-class Club experience that assures success is within reach of every young person who walks through our doors, with all members on track to graduate from high school with a plan for the future, demonstrating good character and citizenshi...
Clubs offer program activities in five areas: character and leadership, development, education and career development, health and life skills, the arts, sports and fitness recreation....
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