OUR MISSION
To identify and implement projects assisting at-risk children and their families in Palm Beach County.
The Children’s Foundation of Palm Beach County condemns systemic racism and social injustice. Since our inception 10 years ago we have addressed these issues by identifying and funding projects to assist at-risk children and their families in Palm Beach County. We believe it is the responsibility of all organizations to speak out if they abhor violence, hatred and the lack or respect for their fellow human beings. We will continue to address the problem and be part of the solution to bring about meaningful change in our society.
OUR MISSION
To identify and implement projects assisting at-risk children and their families in Palm Beach County.
The Children’s Foundation of Palm Beach County condemns systemic racism and social injustice. Since our inception 10 years ago we have addressed these issues by identifying and funding projects to assist at-risk children and their families in Palm Beach County. We believe it is the responsibility of all organizations to speak out if they abhor violence, hatred and the lack or respect for their fellow human beings. We will continue to address the problem and be part of the solution to bring about meaningful change in our society.
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THE NEED
In Palm Beach County, one in four children under age 6 lives in poverty, as does 15 percent of the overall county population, according to the United Way.
THE NEED
In Palm Beach County, one in four children under age 6 lives in poverty, as does 15 percent of the overall county population, according to the United Way.
WHAT THEY THINK ABOUT US
2019
Through the support of Children’s Foundation of PBC, we have been able to provide nearly 100 teens and young adults with special needs an opportunity to learn functional academics, independent living skills, and employability skills. As a result, 8 of these young adults are now employed and have found purpose, meaning and a sense of belonging within their communities.
Sharon Alexander, M.H.Sc.
CEO, Unicorn Children’s Foundation
2019
Children’s Foundation of PBC has made dreams come true by providing new beds and bedding for more than 150 children and families in Palm Beach County who had been sleeping on floors, couches, sharing small mattresses, or in otherwise unsafe or inappropriate conditions. Today they are better rested and prepared for school, work, and daily challenges thanks to your generous support.
Suzanne Broad
Executive Director of Sweet Dream Makers
2019
Our pride and joy is the Nat King Cole Generation Hope Summer Strings program which gives underserved children the opportunity to have access to quality music education. Thanks to Children’s Foundation of PBC we have been able to fund this unique program for the past six years and are so grateful for their support.
Timolin Cole
Co-Founder, Nat King Cole Generation Hope
2019
Children’s Foundation of PBC’s support significantly helped develop CampSafe—education for camp counselors and staff to ensure that campers are safe and that the camp experience is part of an empowered childhood. This enabled us to partner with a large camp staffing firm to provide this new training to 4,000 camp counselors. Their passion to protect children shows in their commitment to partner with us to prevent, and promote resiliency from, childhood trauma and abuse.
Laura Askowitz
CEO, KidSafe Foundation
WHAT THEY THINK ABOUT US
APR 15, 2013
Beyond my wildest expectations when I met you in New York two and a half years ago. You are bringing the Foundation to another level which I predict will exceed all our predictions. You have shown me what an idea can achieve in a short time with your vision. I am proud to be a part of the team as we move into the next phase of the Foundation with you at the helm. Great day, great job!
Shep Forest
DEC 23, 2013
To all the wonderful Boca West volunteers and staff, there are 200 lucky children and their families who feel special and whose holidays will be brighter because of all you do! I want to capture the joy that was in the room and keep it in my heart all year long. I hope you are all still standing, I know I am, I know the Boys and Girls Club children are and we all will be for a long time!!! Thank you again!!
Kae Jonsons
AUG 25, 2015
Dear Giving Tree, Thank you so much for those beds, it was a blessing from God. My son was too big for the broken bed he has. My daughter was sleeping with me, which I was having pain in my body every day because my bed is too small for two. Thank you again. My kids and I were blessed with those beds. God Bless!
Rose Moises
APR 7, 2017
Good morning,
Just wanted to extend a personal thank you – in spite of ever so many moving parts, you paid supreme attention to details and created an excellent experience – all while raising $$ for my favorite charity! Kudos to you, your Board, the Boca West staff and your many volunteers!
Connie Siskowski, RN, PhD
President & Founder, American Association of Caregiving Youth (AACY)
