Crossover Mission empowers kids to become successful adults through a program of year-round basketball and one-to-one academic mentoring. The organization provides experiences that can shape the students’ vision about what is possible in their own education and careers. IRCF recently awarded Crossover Mission $25,000 from the Community...

Founded in 2004, Feed the Lambs has a mission to provide education, recreation, workforce development, and mentorship services for underprivileged children, youth, and young adults at no cost who would otherwise be unable to obtain those services. Indian River Community Foundation recently awarded Feed the...

Established in 2000, the Boys and Girls Club of Indian River County works to inspire and enable all young people, especially those from disadvantaged circumstances, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible citizens. Indian River Community Foundation recently awarded the Boys and Girls Clubs...

Founded in 1994, Childcare Resources of Indian River elevates and promotes the highest quality early childhood development and education in Indian River County, focusing on economically challenged children and families. Indian River Community Foundation recently awarded Childcare Resources $25,000 from the Community Enrichment Fund to...

Jeff Pickering, Sue Dean, Tara Wright, Leslie Bowen, & Brooke Sauserman Founded in 2009, The Buggy Bunch is dedicated to building relationships and meeting the needs of Indian River County moms and their families. Their vision is that all Indian River County moms and families...

Approximately 40% of drownings treated in emergency departments require hospitalization or transfer for further care (compared with 10% for all unintentional injuries). Float Hope of Indian River County provides the gift of swimming as a life skill and a sport to children in Indian River...

Indian River County's rate of hospitalizations for mood and depressive disorders among youth under age 18 is 1,120.3 per 100,000 youth and children. This rate is over twice the state average. According to the Florida Youth Substance Abuse Survey, 40.2% of male students and 51.5%...

Ballet Vero Beach (BVB) strives to promote the art of dance as a universal language in Indian River County and beyond. Indian River Community Foundation recently awarded Ballet Vero Beach $25,000 from the Community Enrichment Fund to support their programs for school aged children. In Indian...

Youth Guidance Mentoring Academy (YGMA) is dedicated to enriching the lives of Indian River County youth through mentoring relationships that inspire trust, self-esteem and positive futures. Indian River Community Foundation recently awarded YGMA $40,000 from the Community Enrichment Fund to support their Group Mentoring Programs....

Girls on the Run of the Treasure Coast has fun, evidence-based programs that inspire all girls to build their confidence, kindness and decision making skills. The organization is committed to ensuring access for all participants, regardless of their financial situation. Meeting in small teams, trained volunteer...