JFCS Receives $50,000 Grant for Building Strong Families Program
Summary
Sarasota, FL, November 09, 2013 --( The grant will allow JFCS to continue serving those at risk in North Port for homelessness because of domestic violence, substance abuse, divorce/separation, medical crisis, employment loss and other life challenges facing families.“Our BSF Program allows our families to focus on each other and achieve economic self-sufficiency,” said Rose Chapman, LCSW, president and CEO of JFCS.“We are very grateful to Gulf Coast Community Foundation for the opportunity to serve more families in the North Port area where services are limited and financial hardship is overwhelming.” “JFCS’ BSF program has a success rate greater than 91% for the more than 7,600 families we have assisted since 2003,” reported Joe Mendels, Board Chair of JFCS.“We value our relationship with Gulf Coast Community Foundation and their ongoing support for our efforts to strengthen our community.” For more information about the program, call The Building Strong Families Coordinator at 941-366-2224.Sarasota, FL, November 09, 2013 --( PR.com )-- The Building Strong Families program, offered in Sarasota and Manatee counties, is a project geared towards keeping families safely housed in their present home by providing financial assistance and case management services because of a job loss or reduced earnings.The grant will allow JFCS to continue serving those at risk in North Port for homelessness because of domestic violence, substance abuse, divorce/separation, medical crisis, employment loss and other life challenges facing families.