SRQ Magazine | Spirit of Giving - Children First

Spirit of Giving Champions Share Their Stories

December 2023 Edition

Philanthropically-minded companies and individuals engage with an incredibly vibrant and diverse ecosystem of nonprofit organizations powering good in Sarasota and Manatee.

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CHILDREN FIRST

AS SARASOTA COUNTY’S EXCLUSIVE PROVIDER OF HEAD START AND EARLY HEAD START SERVICES, Children First offers high-quality, comprehensive services to hundreds of at-risk children and families each year at multiple locations across North Port, Sarasota, and Venice. The education, care, and comprehensive services we offer ensure a healthy and strong foundation for success. Through Children First, children receive the social and cognitive skills needed to enter kindergarten on track, nutritious meals, and comprehensive services to support their well-being. Every family works one-on-one with a Family Advocate in setting and meeting financial, educational, and occupational goals to achieve self-sufficiency. We are grateful for your philanthropy that provides what every child and family deserve - access to the services they need to thrive and opportunities for success.

OUR MISSION Strengthening children and families by improving the quality of their lives through a comprehensive approach to development, education, health, and well-being. We envision a vibrant community that cherishes education, provides opportunities for children and families to grow and thrive, and encourages and empowers families in supporting their children.

CHILDREN FIRST | 1723 N. ORANGE AVENUE, SARASOTA, FL 34234 | 941.953.3877

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