Established in 1978, The Arc of Indian River County supports and empowers individuals with special needs to achieve their life goals. This organization operates six residential group homes, and provides adult training, behavioral services, supportive employment, and transportation services. The Arc supports over 200 individuals,...

The Laura (Riding) Jackson Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that is dedicated to preserving the author’s home and nurturing local writers of all ages. The mission of the LRJF is to serve as the “Literary Heart of Indian River County.” To this end, the...

Literacy Services of Indian River County believes empowering adults with literacy and English language skills is the key to building a stronger, more vibrant community. For over 50 years, the organization's dedicated volunteer tutors have helped hundreds of adults in Indian River County achieve their personal...

The Alzheimer and Parkinson Association of Indian River County is a 501c(3) non profit organization that provides free services and programs to families that are living with memory or movement disorders. This organization started over 40 years ago as a support group for caregivers and...

The mission of YSF Community Sailing Vero Beach is to provide Indian River County with educational, recreational and competitive sailing programs for all ages in a fun and safe environment. The organization is dedicated to fostering a love for sailing among the youth in our...

Vero Beach Rowing is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting and teaching the sport of rowing to the community in order to develop physical fitness, personal character, and an ethic of cooperation through competitive and recreational opportunities. The club’s goal is to bring the amazing sport of...

According to the Florida Department of Education, 55% of children in Indian River County are kindergarten ready, a significant improvement from the 2022 rate of 45%. Childcare Resources is actively increasing kindergarten readiness by elevating and promoting the highest quality early childhood development and education...

Indian River County Healthy Start Coalition’s mission is to establish and support a local system of care that optimizes the health of moms, babies, and their families living in Indian River County. The organization offers a network of care, support, and specialized classes and programs...

Literacy Services Team: Catherine Daily, Andreina Curiel, Shannon Maitland, & Elida Gomez It is estimated that 1 in 5 adults in Indian River County struggles with completing a job application, reading a newspaper, reading to their children or helping them with schoolwork. Founded in 1971, Literacy...

Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Lucie, Indian River and Okeechobee Counties works to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. The organization's vision is that all youth will achieve their full potential. One-to-one mentoring programs have a...