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IRCF Awards Habitat for Humanity $40,000 IRCF Awards Habitat for Humanity $40,000
Since 1991, Indian River Habitat for Humanity has served the community by providing affordable homeownership, home repair and home preservation for qualifying families. With a deep sense of compassion and a commitment to service, the organization works hand in hand with their family partners, volunteers, and...

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IRCF Awards The Source $20,000 IRCF Awards The Source $20,000
Founded in 1995, The Source provides a range of essential assistance, including restaurant-style hot meals, clothing provisions, counseling services, support groups, hygiene amenities, access to showers, mail and telephone facilities, and referrals for benefits. Indian River Community Foundation recently awarded The Source $20,000 from the...

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Weekly Insights: Homeless Children's Foundation Weekly Insights: Homeless Children's Foundation
The Homeless Children’s Foundation (HCF) was founded in 2015 to address a critical need for support among homeless families in Indian River County. During school breaks, parents often face an impossible dilemma: leave their children in unsafe, unstable situations while they work or give up...

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Weekly Insights: St. Francis Manor Weekly Insights: St. Francis Manor
In Indian River County, 44% of seniors live below the ALICE threshold. ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) households earn more than the Federal Poverty Level, but less than the basic cost of living for the county. Additionally, nearly 4,000 seniors in the county live below...

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Weekly Insights: Homeless Children's Foundation Weekly Insights: Homeless Children's Foundation
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...

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IRCF Awards The Hope for Families Center $50,000 IRCF Awards The Hope for Families Center $50,000
For over 30 years, The Hope for Families Center (HFC) has been an integral part of improving the lives of families in crisis. This organization values the family and often helps break the cycle of generational poverty and homelessness. Indian River Community Foundation recently awarded HFC $50,000...

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IRCF Awards Children's Home Society $25,000 IRCF Awards Children's Home Society $25,000
Brooke Sauserman, Kristi Walsh, Toni Hamner & Sabrina Barnes Children's Home Society (CHS) builds bridges to success for children in order to achieve a world where children realize their full potential. Indian River Community Foundation recently awarded CHS $25,000 to support the Transitional Living Program. CHS's Transitional...

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Weekly Insights: Camp Haven Weekly Insights: Camp Haven
According to the Treasure Coast Homeless Services Council, there are approximately 256 homeless adults in Indian River County in 2023. Established in 2014, Camp Haven is the only transformational shelter for homeless and at-risk men of Indian River County. The organization is dedicated to helping men experiencing...

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Weekly Insights: Saint Francis Manor Weekly Insights: Saint Francis Manor
In Indian River County, 32% of seniors fall into the ALICE population and 6% of seniors live below the poverty line. ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) households earn more than the Federal Poverty Level, but less than the basic cost of living for the...

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IRCF Awards The Source $12,000 IRCF Awards The Source $12,000
Established in 1995, The Source seeks to identify ways to improve the community, assist individuals in need, and provide safe and secure housing during economic housing crisis. Indian River Community Foundation recently awarded The Source $12,000 to fully renovate one of the cottages in the...

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