CHS Blog
When Summer Begins, New Challenges Can Emerge For many students and their families, summer brings excitement, adventure, and a well-earned break from the classroom. But for thousands of families across Florida, the season can also bring new challenges. When school is out, many of the resources families rely on every day become less accessible. School […]
How to Create a Fundraiser for Children’s Home Society of Florida on Instagram and Facebook Every child deserves the opportunity to dream, grow, and succeed. At Children’s Home Society of Florida, that belief drives everything we do. Each year, CHS serves more than 50,000 children and families across the state through programs focused on education, mental health, […]
Recently our partners at the Florida Chamber Foundation released the 2026 State of Childhood Poverty in Florida report. The headline is encouraging—but the reality is clear: more than 700,000 children in Florida are still growing up without consistent access to food, stable housing, and the support they need to succeed. Even more telling, child poverty is concentrated in a small number […]
Together, we brought essential support services right into homes, schools, and neighborhoods where child poverty is highest. Families who had every door closing on them found one that opened. Students who had never seen a counselor, a dentist, or a doctor without missing school received care right on campus. Babies who showed early signs of developmental […]
September is Suicide Prevention Month, a powerful reminder that mental health support saves lives. At Children’s Home Society of Florida (CHS), our Behavioral Health team is on the front lines every day, making sure no child or family has to face struggles alone. From anxiety and depression to trauma and behavioral challenges, young people across […]
Every holiday season carries its own kind of magic — small moments of comfort, wonder, and connection that stay with us long after the lights come down. But for many children across Florida, those moments are much harder to come by. That’s why Children’s Home Society of Florida created the 2025 Give Unexpected Gift Guide, a heartfelt invitation […]
Orlando, Fla. – September 26, 2025 – Children’s Home Society of Florida (CHS) proudly recognizes Rebecca Hughes for her dedicated service on its State Board of Directors. This is a powerful, full-circle journey as she was adopted through CHS as a child. With extensive expertise in data analytics, IT governance, risk management, and cybersecurity, Hughes […]
Orlando, Fla. – September 26, 2025 – Children’s Home Society of Florida (CHS) is honored to recognize Howard M. Holley, Sr. for his service on our State Board of Directors. With decades of executive leadership, expertise in strategic communications, and a steadfast dedication to community service, Holley continues to strengthen CHS’s mission of building brighter […]
Casey Schroder, our Assoc. Vice President of Foundation & Gift Planning, works everyday with families who want to build their legacy. Yet, when her father’s health took an unexpected turn, all she could think about was her dad. “I just wanted to be there for him,” she shared. “But the paperwork can be overwhelming, especially […]
On June 19, the CHS Redefining Legacy fundraiser brought together community leaders, advocates, and supporters in Indian Harbour Beach for an inspiring evening hosted by the Mitra family. The event celebrated the power of youth leadership and the lasting impact of community investment, and at the heart of it was a young woman whose commitment […]
At Children’s Home Society of Florida, we witness the power of family every single day. We see parents rise from some of the darkest places, determined to bring their children home. And we walk alongside them, step by step, cheering them on through the setbacks and celebrating the milestones. That’s why Reunification Month each June […]
Arrow Group executive brings decades of public service, policy expertise to one of Florida’s oldest child welfare organizations TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – June 9, 2025 – Children’s Home Society of Florida (CHS) proudly announces the election of Ron Brisé, Vice President and Senior Advisor at Arrow Group, as Chair of its State Board of Directors. Brisé’s […]
Tampa, Fla. — Mort Elementary, A Community Partnership School, was awarded $10,000 from Aetna to support its All Pro Dad initiative. This program provides fathers with valuable resources, training and events to help them raise their children for a healthier, brighter future. Funds will have a significant impact, benefiting up to 60 Mort students and […]
Bradenton, Fla. (February 19, 2025)— Children’s Home Society of Florida (CHS) is thrilled to announce that we have been selected as the recipient of the Impact100 SRQ 2024 grant. This prestigious recognition will significantly enhance our efforts to improve the lives of children and families throughout our community. The $109,500 grant from Impact100 […]
