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Tuesday, June 07, 2022Destin Commons Announces 11th Annual Smoke on the Coast
Smoke on the Coast is back at Destin Commons. The 11th Annual Smoke on the Coast BBQ & Fireworks Festival, benefitting Coins for a Cause, is making a return on Sunday, July 3, 2022. This year’s event is magically presented by PRESTO! at The Magic Parlor, a pop-up magic show featuring five internationally-renowned acts that have graced the stages of Broadway, London’s West End, America’s Got Talent and more. The show is taking place in Destin through Aug. 28, 2022. The festive evening kicks off with live
Monday, May 16, 2022Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) Training Hosted by Children in Crisis
Children in Crisis (CIC) hosted the Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI) training which is designed to prepare parents and adults for working with children, families and in systems of care impacted by trauma. TBRI purports three principles are the foundation for working with kids from hard places – Connecting, Empowering, and Correcting. This week participants from Children in Crisis, Fresh Start for Children & Families, One More Child and The Pearl Project met at CIC’s Kid’s Clubhouse for the TBRI
Thursday, April 14, 2022Children In Crisis Needs Foster Parents
Children in Crisis (CIC) and Families First Network (FFN) will cohost a Foster Care Recruitment Event on April 23, Noon to 2 o’clock p.m., at CIC’s Kid’s Clubhouse located at 1000 Luke’s Way, Fort Walton Beach, FL. There is a shortage of Foster Parents in District 1 area, which includes Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa and Walton counties. CIC will be recruiting Foster Parents to come live in their homes in The Children’s Neighborhood. CIC’s program staff will train and license foster parents in The
Tuesday, February 08, 2022Seeking Sponsors, Teams & Auction Items for Children In Crisis' 16th Annual Charity Golf Tournament
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Monday, November 01, 2021Emerald Coast Title Services Issues Thanksgiving Challenge 2021
Last year we exceeded our expectations so we decided to do it again! Our goal is to inspire our community to take on the Thanksgiving baskets challenge. All items will be donated to Children in Crisis, Inc. This charity is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization committed to “Providing Homes…Keeping Brothers and Sister Together.” CIC gives a home to the abused, neglected, and abandoned children in our community. Each Thanksgiving basket will go to a different family that is supporting one or more children in
Friday, September 17, 2021Fort Walton Beach Medical Center Auxiliary Donates to Children In Crisis 2021
The Fort Walton Beach Medical Center Auxiliary recently presented a check for $500 to Children in Crisis to help feed, clothe, and give a loving home to the children living at the CIC Neighborhood. Ken Hair, CIC President & CEO commented, “2021 has been a difficult year due to COVID-19 and a reduction in donations which makes the challenge critical. The donation will make a huge difference in the lives of our children. Support from the FWB Medical Ct. Auxiliary is vital to our very worthy
Wednesday, June 09, 2021Crane Fund Helps CIC Kids
Crane Fund for Widows and Children presented a donation check for $5,000 to Children in Crisis this week at a presentation ceremony. The CIC donation will help provide a home, food, clothing and care for the foster children living at the CIC Neighborhood. Each year almost 100 foster children have a safe, secure, loving home at CIC thanks to the great support of the community. CIC was nominated by an employee to receive the donation which was unanimously supported by the entire Crane workforce of over 150
Tuesday, April 27, 2021First Judicial Circuit Law Enforcement Assoc. Donates to CIC Children
The First Judicial Circuit Law Enforcement Association presented a check for $1,000 to Children In Crisis Inc. The funds will be used to purchase computer and educational equipment for at risk children living at the CIC Neighborhood. Ken Hair, CIC President & CEO commented, “The donation was truly a blessing and came at a perfect time. We provide a home to about 100 children every year and most are behind in school when they arrive. This donation will be an enormous help with our tutoring and educational
Monday, April 12, 2021Sons and Daughters of Italy Helps Children in Crisis
President Joy Browne representing the Sons and Daughters of Italy of Fort Walton Beach recently presented Children in Crisis, Inc., a $650 donation and pledged the club's support to CIC. The donation will help feed, clothe and care for the children living at the CIC Children’s Neighborhood. Ken Hair, CIC President & CEO, commented, “We have been blessed with great support from the community to build the Children’s Neighborhood. However, it’s a struggle to find the necessary funding to feed and clothe the
Monday, April 05, 2021Gulf Coast Friends Donate to CIC Kids
The Gulf Coast Friends and Santa Rosa Woman’s Club helped the kids living at Children in Crisis by having a food drive and donated a huge assortment of needed items. Thanks to the generous donations, the kids living at the CIC Neighborhood will be better prepared for summer break. According to Ken Hair, CIC President & CEO, “The donation helped provide our at-risk children living at CIC with much needed items. The donation truly makes a difference and we are very thankful.” Children in Crisis, Inc. is a
Tuesday, February 23, 202115th Annual Children in Crisis Charity Golf Tournament on March 19
The 15th Annual Children In Crisis Charity Golf Tournament will be held Friday, March 19, 2021, at the Ft. Walton Beach Golf Course on Lewis Turner. The day will begin with an 11 a.m. check-in/lunch and shot-gun start at noon. The tournament is to raise critical funds to help feed, clothe and care for the kids living at the Children’s Neighborhood. Participants will enjoy refreshments from beverage stops on the course and food and wine tasting at the awards ceremony immediately after golf. There will
Wednesday, October 28, 2020Ft. Walton Beach Medical Ct. Auxiliary Donates to CIC
The Fort Walton Beach Medical Center Auxiliary recently presented a check for $1,000 to Children in Crisis to help feed, clothe, and give a loving home to the children living at the CIC Neighborhood. Ken Hair, CIC President & CEO commented, “2020 has been a difficult year due to COVID-19 and a reduction in donations which makes the challenge critical. The donation will make a huge difference in the lives of our children. Support from the FWB Medical Ct. Auxiliary is vital to our very worthy
Monday, October 26, 2020Foster Care Not Broken at CIC
A recent article appeared in the NWF Daily News titled “The System is so Broken” by USA Today network investigators concerning the State of Florida’s foster care system. On the contrary, DCF Circuit 1, and Okaloosa County, Children in Crisis’ (CIC) Children’s Neighborhood has provided homes and excellent care to over 985 children during the past 12 years. In 2003, Children in Crisis, Inc., was formed to address the shortage of foster homes in our community. Construction began in 2007, and the Susanna
Monday, October 19, 202016 Northwest Florida Children’s Charities Receive $1.2 Million In Donations
Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation (DCWAF), recognized as the fifth largest charity wine auction in the U.S. by Wine Spectator, is pleased to announce the donation of $1.2 million to 16 children’s charities in Northwest Florida following its first virtual auction on August 22. Each charity was awarded their funding in a private check presentation ceremony, adapted to fit social distancing guidelines. “In a year when we were not even sure we would be able to host our auction, all of us associated
Tuesday, September 08, 2020Eglin Federal Credit Union Donates to CIC Kids
Eglin Federal Credit Union helped the kids living at Children in Crisis by donating $2,500 to help with the COVID-19 emergency. Thanks to the generous donation, the kids living at the CIC Neighborhood will have resources to help bridge the gap in funding caused by the coronavirus. According to Ken Hair, CIC President & CEO, “The donation helped provide our children with much needed food, clothing and a BIG SMILE! The donation truly makes a difference and we are very thankful.” Children in Crisis, Inc.
Monday, August 31, 2020AJ’s Kids on the Coast Foundation Donates to CIC Kids
AJ’s Kids on the Coast Foundation showed its great support to Children In Crisis by donating $1,000 in gift cards for the children living at CIC. Thanks to the generous contributions from members and supporters of Kids on the Coast, the kids living at the CIC Neighborhood will have needed school supplies for the upcoming year. According to Ken Hair, CIC President & CEO, “The donation from Kids on the Coast helped provide our children living at CIC with a vital school supplies for the new school year.
Friday, August 28, 2020Crane Fund for Widows and Children Helps CIC Kids
Crane Fund for Widows and Children presented a donation check for $5,000 to Children in Crisis this week at a presentation ceremony. The CIC donation will help provide a home, food, clothing and care for the foster children living at the CIC Neighborhood. Each year over 100 foster children have a safe, secure, loving home at CIC thanks to the great support of the community. CIC was nominated by an employee to receive the donation, which was unanimously supported by the entire Crane workforce of more than
Tuesday, August 25, 2020Volunteer Donates School Supplies to CIC Kids
Lindsay Simmons helped the kids living at Children in Crisis by donating needed school items typically not available to the CIC Kids. Thanks to the generous donations from her personal campaign, the kids living at the CIC Neighborhood received necessary supplies to help them get ready for the new school year. According to Ken Hair, CIC President & CEO, “The donation helped provide school essentials to our at-risk children living at CIC. This donation truly makes a difference and we are very
Wednesday, July 29, 2020Great Florida Insurance Helps Children in Crisis
The Great Florida Insurance of Ft. Walton Beach, Inc., showed its great support to Children in Crisis by presenting a $500 donation to help feed, clothe and care for the children living at the CIC Children’s Neighborhood. The focus of this year’s contribution was prevention of child abuse and giving a home to those children who are victims. Ken Hair, CIC President & CEO commented, “We have been blessed with great support from the community to build the Children’s Neighborhood. Now we must continue to
Monday, July 27, 2020Emerald Coast Exchange Club Helps Children in Crisis
The Emerald Coast Exchange Club of Ft. Walton Beach continued its great support to Children in Crisis by presenting a $1,000 donation to help feed, clothe and care for the children living at the CIC Children’s Neighborhood. After the check presentation, the membership volunteered their Saturday morning to help with the weekly yard maintenance and other needed “To Dos.” Ken Hair, CIC President & CEO commented, “We have been blessed with great support from the community to build the Children’s
Monday, July 13, 2020WaterVue holds Pantry Party for CIC Kids
Tiffany Merrell with WaterVue helped the kids living at Children in Crisis by holding a Pantry Party for CIC Kids. Thanks to the generous donations from the staff and supporters through the “Pantry Party”, the kids living at the CIC Neighborhood received necessary food and supplies to stock the CIC Kay’s Cupboard Food Pantry. WaterVue at Brooks Street is a breathtaking waterfront venue for special occasion. It’s a perfect location for weddings, corporate events and events. According to Ken Hair, CIC
Thursday, July 09, 2020Genuine Appliance Parts Helps CIC Kids Again
Cody Bowling and Brian Ecenarro, representing Genuine Replacement Parts of Mary Esther, were recently recognized for their generous support as the “Presenting Sponsor” for the 13th Annual Sugar Sands Charity Golf Classic, benefiting Children In Crisis. Thanks to great community support, the Annual Tournament has grown to be one of the most prestigious charity tournaments on the Emerald Coast! Ken Hair, President and CEO, Children in Crisis, commented, “Genuine Replacement Parts’ support to the abused,
Friday, May 22, 2020Niceville Exchange Club Donates to Children
The Exchange Club of Niceville continued their great support to Children in Crisis by presenting a $1,000 donation to help feed, clothe and care for the children living at the CIC Children’s Neighborhood. The $1,000 annual donation qualifies them as a member of the CIC Kid’s Club. Additionally, the membership donated paper products for the CIC foster homes. This is one of the most used items in caring for the children. The Exchange Club is a national organization that focuses on reinforcing American
Tuesday, May 19, 2020Artful Things Donates Art Supplies to CIC Kids
Artful Things of Niceville donated Art Supply gift cards and Toys to Kids living at the Children in Crisis Neighborhood. Thanks to the generous donation, the CIC Kids will have art and school supplies for the school summer vacation. According to Ken Hair, CIC President & CEO, “The donation helped provide our children in need with school summer vacation activities and a BIG SMILE! The donation truly made a difference and we are very thankful.” Children in Crisis, Inc. is a 501(c)(3), non-profit charity
Tuesday, May 05, 2020Face Masks for CIC Kids
Thanks to the generous donations of face masks to the Children In Crisis Neighborhood, the children will be protected as the community opens in phases. The protective masks were donated by Stephen Banks with n’Odor. There are three sizes of masks and they’re reusable after cleaning. According to Stephen Banks who coordinated the donation, “I’m glad we were able to help because we know it’s difficult to care for the over 100 children per year who live at CIC!” According to Ken Hair, CIC President & CEO,
Monday, April 20, 2020Glast Heim Team Helps Children in Crisis
Glast Heim, a real estate consultant agency based in Fort Walton Beach, recently presented Children in Crisis a donation for $6,000 to help provide a home and care to the abused, neglected and abandoned children of the local community. According to Ken Hair, CIC President & CEO, “We opened the Children’s Neighborhood in February 2008 and since then; we’ve provided a home to about 975 Kids and have kept all of our brother and sister sibling group families together. We continue to have a critical need for
Monday, April 13, 2020Genuine Appliance Parts Help Children in Crisis
Cody Bowling representing Genuine Appliance Parts of Mary Esther was recently recognized for generous support as the “Presenting Sponsor” for the 14th Annual Children In Crisis Golf Tournament. Thanks to the great community support the Annual CIC Tournament was a complete sellout with 144 golfers! Ken Hair, President and CEO, Children in Crisis, commented, “Genuine Appliance Parts’ support to the abused, neglected and abandoned children of our community is a true commitment of caring. All proceeds from the
Tuesday, April 07, 2020Destin Snowbirds Donate Quilts to CIC Kids
The Destin Snowbird Quilters recently presented beautiful hand-made quilts to each child living at the Children In Crisis (CIC) Neighborhood. Ken Hair, CIC President & CEO, commented, “The donation will make a huge difference in the lives of our children living at the CIC Neighborhood. Support from the Destin Snowbirds is vital to our very worthy mission.” Children in Crisis is a non-profit, 501(c)(3), charity of caring people that are passionate about helping with the severe shortage of foster homes in
Tuesday, March 31, 2020Mustang Club Donates to CIC Kids
The Emerald Coast Regional Mustang Club recently presented a check for $1,000 to Children in Crisis to help feed, clothe, and give a loving home to the children living at the CIC Neighborhood. Ken Hair, CIC President, & CEO commented, “The donation will make a huge difference in the lives of over 100 children that will call the CIC Neighborhood home this year. Support from the Emerald Coast Regional Mustang Club is vital to sustain our very worthy mission.” Children in Crisis is a non-profit, 501(c)(3),
Tuesday, March 24, 2020Beachside Community Ministries Church Donate to CIC Kids
Eric Miracle, the Adult Ministries Director, and Sierra Lawrence, the Assistant to the Lead Pastor of Beachside Community Ministries Church, presented a $5,000 donation to the kids living at Children in Crisis. Thanks to the generous donations from the members and the “Be Rich” program, the kids living at the CIC Neighborhood will have critical necessities during these difficult times. The donation will also help provide a home and care for the more than 100 children that will call CIC home this
Monday, March 09, 2020Walton Snowbirds Continue Support to CIC Kids
The Walton County Snowbirds, Inc., showed that the panhandle is their winter home, and they are truly at home while in the area. They presented Children in Crisis with a check for $2,628 and pledged their support as members of the community. The Snowbird President made the presentation on behalf of the membership. Funding for the donation came from proceeds generated from community coupon book sales and 50/50 drawings. The donation renewed the winter guest organization’s membership in the CIC Kid’s Club,
Monday, March 02, 2020Kiwanis Club of South Walton Donates to Children in Crisis
The Kiwanis Club of South Walton recently presented Children in Crisis, Inc., a donation of $1,000 to help feed, clothe, and care for the children living at the CIC Children’s Neighborhood. Ken Hair, CIC President & CEO commented, “We have been blessed with great support from the community to build the CIC Neighborhood. However, it’s a struggle to find the necessary funding to feed and clothe the kids and sustain operations into the future. Support from the South Walton Kiwanis is a tremendous help in our
Monday, February 24, 2020Seering Concert Raises $14,000 for CIC Kids
Accomplished musician and performer David Seering accompanied by pianist Bobby Van Deusen and vocalist Amanda Holmes-Rippert, delighted a near sell-out crowd raising over $14,000 for Children in Crisis. The concert pushed the nine-year total to more than $189,000 for the at-risk children living at the CIC Neighborhood. The concert was held at the Village Baptist Church in Destin and all proceeds were donated to give a home and help feed, clothe, and care for the foster children at CIC. Each year over 100
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