In 2021, the rate per 100,000 of children in foster care in Indian River County was 598.3 compared to Florida at 590.4. Voices for Children of Okeechobee and the Treasure Coast is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization founded in 2013 to raise funds in support of the efforts and activities of the Florida...

In Indian River County, approximately 45% of households either live below the Federal poverty level or just above. This means that over 31,000 households struggle to manage daily financial pressures. United Against Poverty works to inspire and empower people living in poverty to lift themselves and their families...

According to the Florida Department of Education, there were 342 homeless students in Indian River County during the 2022-2023 school year. This is nearly a 50% increase in the number of homeless students from the previous school year. In 2015, the Homeless Children's Foundation (HCF) was created...

The idyllic landscapes of Maui have long been a paradise for residents and visitors alike. However, the recent catastrophic fires that swept through the island have left behind a trail of destruction, displacing families, destroying homes, and altering the very fabric of these communities. In...

August 17th is National Nonprofit Day, a day dedicated to recognizing and honoring the incredible contributions of nonprofit organizations to our communities and beyond. There are 832 501(c)(3) charitable organizations in Indian River County of which 175 filed a 990 Tax Return with the IRS....

In Indian River County, 73.3% of mothers started prenatal care in the first trimester as compared to the state average of 68.3%. Indian River County Healthy Start Coalition offers a network of care, support, and specialized classes and programs for every mother, every baby, and...

On July 20th the Humane Society of Vero Beach & Indian River County announced that their admissions department would be closing temporarily due to the “the critical lack of space to accommodate the unprecedented influx of owner surrender and stray animals”. According to a recent...

The Treasure Coast Girls Coalition (TCGC) is driven by its commitment of fostering resilience in girls and young women between the ages of 9 and 18. Through their enhanced STEAM curriculum, digital literacy training, and emotional intelligence programs, TCGC aims to create a positive impact...

In partnership with Vero Beach Magazine, Indian River Community Foundation’s President and CEO, Jeff Pickering, writes a monthly column called Indian River Insights. These articles explore the root causes of community needs, celebrate successes, analyze meaningful solutions, and offer insights into persistent challenges. In the August 2023...

Youth Sailing Foundation of Indian River County works to provide Indian River County with educational, recreational, and competitive sailing programs for all ages in a fun and safe environment. Indian River Community Foundation recently awarded YSF $50,000 towards their capital campaign to build a community sailing...