Impact in Action

Cocoa, Fla. (January 23, 2024)—Congratulations to Rhea Sinha, Managing Editor of the publication “Roar” at West Shore Jr/Sr High School in Melbourne, for her remarkable essay detailing her experience volunteering with CHS. ​Your heartfelt, genuine, and influential narrative exemplifies why you are truly deserving of the “Excellent” title from the Florida Scholastic Press Association.​   […]

Impact100 SRQ 2024 Finalists Announced: Key Members of CHS Represented Non-Profit at Meet the Finalists Event Tampa, Fla. (December 12, 2024)—Children’s Home Society of Florida is proud to announce that we have been selected as one of the ten finalists for the Impact100 SRQ 2024 Giving Year. CHS was represented at the Meet the Finalists […]

  This season, every family deserves a sense of warmth and security—but for some, these basic needs are out of reach. This is the unimaginable struggle that families like Maria and James, along with their daughters Aaliyah and Amara, are facing today, as 1 in 4 parents struggle to pay for their family’s food or […]

CHS Appoints New Regional Executive Director Dennis Miles in Southeast Florida Orlando, Fla. (November 26, 2024)—Children’s Home Society of Florida has appointed Dennis Miles as the new Regional Executive Director of Greater Palm Beach, Treasure Coast and Broward County. As Dennis transitions into his new role, CHS is confident that his vast experience and determination […]

November is National Adoption Month — a time to celebrate the profound love and commitment of adoptive families who open their hearts to children in need. Over the past year, more than 300 children have found forever homes through CHS adoption services, including the Hackett Family, whose story began with fostering children through CHS. What […]

As we rang in our 122nd year, we also hosted our 2024 virtual North Star Awards and iLEAD graduation, an opportunity to celebrate our amazing “do gooders” going above and beyond for the children and families they serve. It was an inspiring celebration, commemorating the impact, dedication and leadership of our teams statewide. With over […]

PENSACOLA, FLA. – The Ice Flyers Charity of the Month Program presented by Florida Blue is thrilled to announce November’s charity of the month, The Children’s Home Society of Florida’s Social Services Navigator program. This innovative program has been making significant strides in supporting students and families across Escambia and Santa Rosa School districts. “It is an honor to […]

Children’s Home Society Welcomes New Chief Development Officer Orlando, Fla. (October 24, 2024)—Glenn Callihan has been appointed as the new Chief Development Officer at Children’s Home Society of Florida. In this role, Glenn is responsible for the development team to set strategy and drive fundraising growth throughout the state. Glenn’s personal motto of “better together” […]

This October, as we recognize Safe Sleep and SIDS Awareness Month, we want to emphasize the importance of creating safe environments for our youngest community members, ensuring they have a strong and healthy start. Every year, more than 3,600 babies in the U.S. tragically lose their lives to sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) or accidental […]

This October, as we recognize several days dedicated to mental health—Depression Awareness Month, Mental Illness Awareness Week (October 6-12), and World Mental Health Day on October 10—we’re reminded of the importance of early intervention in mental health care. Sarah’s* story is a powerful reflection of how life-changing that support can be. Mental health struggles can […]

We are excited to celebrate our Community Partnership School students who received scholarships awarded by the Children’s Home Society of Florida Foundation! Through the Virginia Morey Rell Memorial Scholarship, CHS remains committed to these youth and their success as they realize their full potential.   Dehlice Ruggio Evans High, A Community Partnership School c/o 2024 […]

Community partnerships are the heart of the Community Partnership Schools model™ , driving powerful, lasting change that empowers students to succeed in school and beyond. Pictured above from left to right: Benjamin Ulsch, Keystone Heights; Carianna Nelson, Jones High School; Tyler Davies, Orange Park High School; Zavier Avera, Jones High School; Christina Walker, Jefferson County […]

Tampa, Fla., (September 13, 2024) – The Greater Tampa Bay Advisory Board of Children’s Home Society of Florida (CHS) proudly hosted the Community Appreciation and Recognition Social on September 12, 2024. This special event celebrated the dedication and contributions of outstanding individuals and organizations that have significantly impacted the lives of children and families in […]

August is a time for fresh starts, especially for students gearing up for a new school year. It’s a month filled with the excitement of new backpacks, teachers, and opportunities—a clean slate for every child to succeed. But for families in under-resourced neighborhoods, this can also be a challenging time as they strive to provide […]

Lakeland, Fla., (July 31, 2024) – The Greater Lakeland Advisory Board of Children’s Home Society of Florida (CHS) proudly hosted the Community Appreciation and Recognition Social on July 30, 2024. This special event celebrated the dedication and contributions of outstanding individuals and organizations that have significantly impacted the lives of children and families in the […]