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10/28/2026

Behind every unforgettable celebration are people who believe in making a difference!

Manatee Children's Services is excited to recognize Amalfi Events Design as our Tides & Treasures Sponsor for the Waves of Hope: Cheers to 50 Years Gala!

Amalfi Events Design has been a wonderful supporter of MCS. Last year, they generously provided the beautiful decor and backdrop for our gala, helping create a memorable experience for our guests.

This year, they're bringing their creativity and talent back with a special sponsorship that will provide a beautiful photo opportunity for everyone attending our 50th Anniversary celebration!

We are incredibly grateful to Amalfi Events Design and founder Anna Fili for their continued generosity, creativity, and commitment to supporting children and families in our community.

As we celebrate 50 years of hope, healing, and community impact, partnerships like these remind us how meaningful it is when local businesses use their talents to give back.

Join us on February 20, 2027, at Mote SEA in Sarasota for an unforgettable evening!

Want your business to help create the next wave of hope? Sponsorship opportunities are still available!

Learn more at www.mcsgala.com.

10/26/2026

What happens when more than 200 people come together to celebrate local businesses and support their community? Amazing connections and meaningful opportunities to make a difference!

Manatee Children's Services was excited to participate in the SaraMana Block Party, where we connected with local business owners, community partners, and neighbors who share our passion for making Manatee County a better place.

One of the highlights of the event was a special moment with Christi McDonald of SaraMana Business Products, Inc., who presented MCS with a generous gala sponsorship check!

We are incredibly grateful to SaraMana Business Solutions for supporting our upcoming Waves of Hope: Cheers to 50 Years Gala, celebrating 50 years of hope, healing, and community impact.

Their generosity is a wonderful example of how local businesses can help create brighter futures for children and families affected by abuse and neglect.

To everyone who stopped by our booth, learned about our mission, and showed their support, thank you! Every conversation helps us raise awareness and build a stronger community for the children we serve.

We invite other local businesses to join SaraMana Business Solutions in making a difference by becoming sponsors of our 50th Anniversary Gala.

Together, we can create the next wave of hope!

Learn more about sponsorship opportunities at www.mcsgala.com

10/22/2026

For some children, the greatest gift this holiday season isn't what's under the tree. It's knowing someone cares about them.

Every child deserves to experience the excitement of the holidays, the joy of opening a gift, and the feeling of being remembered.

But for children and families facing difficult circumstances, the holiday season can bring additional challenges.

That's why Manatee Children's Services is inviting our community to make a difference through our 2026 Holiday Project!

With a $100 sponsorship, you can help bring holiday joy to a child who has experienced or is at risk of abuse or neglect.

Imagine the happiness of a child discovering that someone in their community thought of them and wanted to make their holiday special.

Your generosity is more than a gift. It's a reminder that they matter, that they are valued, and that they are not alone.

We also want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude to all our past Holiday Project sponsors. Year after year, your generosity, compassion, and commitment have helped us create meaningful holiday experiences for children and families in our community.

Because of supporters like you, we have been able to bring smiles, comfort, and hope to children who need it most. Your continued support reminds us of the incredible difference a caring community can make.

To our returning sponsors, thank you for being part of this beautiful tradition. And to those considering joining us for the first time, we would love to welcome you!

Whether you're a local business, community organization, or individual, you have the opportunity to make this holiday season unforgettable for a child.

Will you help us make a child's holiday wish come true?

Sponsor a child or learn how to support our 2026 Holiday Project today:

https://www.manateechildrensservices.com/mcs-holiday-project/

Together, we can make sure more children experience the joy of knowing they are loved, remembered, and supported.

10/20/2026

A new chapter of hope begins at Manatee Children's Services, Inc MCS Child Advocacy Center!

We celebrated an exciting milestone with the groundbreaking ceremony for our new Parenting Center, a space designed to strengthen families, support parents, and help create brighter futures for children in our community.

This is more than a construction project. It's an investment in prevention, education, and the belief that when families receive the right support, children have a greater opportunity to grow up in safe, healthy, and nurturing environments.

We were honored to share this special moment with our MCS staff and Board of Directors, the President and Board Members of the William G. and Marie Selby Foundation, the Hope & Hunger Foundation, and Mayor Gene Brown

Your presence, leadership, and commitment to our community remind us that meaningful change happens when people come together with a shared purpose.

We also want to recognize KMI Development as we begin bringing this vision to life.

For 50 years, Manatee Children's Services has been dedicated to protecting children, supporting families, and creating opportunities for healing and growth. This new Parenting Center represents another important step toward building a stronger future for Manatee County.

To everyone who has supported this vision, thank you for believing in our mission and helping us turn hope into action.

We can't wait to share the progress as this new space takes shape!

Together, we are building more than a center. We are building opportunities for stronger families and brighter futures.

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10/19/2026

What if your kindness could continue changing children's lives for generations?

October is National Estate Planning Awareness Month, a time to think about the future, the people we love, and the legacy we want to leave behind.

At Manatee Children's Services, we believe a meaningful legacy isn't measured only by what we leave behind, but by the lives we help change.

For nearly 50 years, MCS has provided hope, healing, and support to children and families affected by abuse and neglect.

Imagine knowing that your generosity could continue helping children find safety, receive counseling, build confidence, and discover new opportunities long into the future.

By including Manatee Children's Services in your estate plans, you can help support the next generation of children who will need someone to believe in them.

Planned giving isn't only about financial planning. It's about creating a lasting impact through the causes that matter most to you.

This National Estate Planning Awareness Month, we invite you to consider making hope and healing part of your legacy.

Learn more about Manatee Children's Services at www.manateechildrensservices.com, and talk to your financial advisor about how to create a legacy gift that will make a lasting difference.

10/15/2026

Behind every photo is a story of hope, growth, and new possibilities.

A certificate of achievement. A beautiful painting. A moment of happiness shared with someone who cares.

To some, these may seem like ordinary moments. But for the children at Manatee Children's Services, they represent something much bigger.

They represent confidence, healing, personal growth, and the opportunity to experience the childhood every child deserves.

These moments don't happen by accident. They happen because people like YOU choose to make a difference.

Your support helps us provide safe homes, counseling, educational support, and meaningful experiences that give children the opportunity to discover their potential and build brighter futures.

Imagine what could happen if more people committed to giving just a little every month.

More children could receive the care they need. More milestones could be celebrated. More young lives could be filled with hope and opportunity.

That's the power of monthly giving.

You don't have to change the world for every child. You can help change the world for one.

Will you become a monthly donor and help us create more stories like these?

Make your monthly gift today: https://www.manateechildrensservices.com/donate/

Because every child deserves more than a safe place. They deserve a future filled with possibilities.

10/14/2026

Meet the Hearts Behind MCS! 💙

Today, we're proud to spotlight David, a dedicated member of the Manatee Children's Services Board who has been supporting our mission since 2009!

A Manatee County resident for more than 50 years, David is a licensed CPA, local business owner, U.S. Army veteran, and passionate community leader.

His commitment to serving others extends far beyond his professional career. From his involvement with Leadership Manatee to his continued support of local organizations, David has dedicated years to making a positive impact in our community.

We are incredibly grateful for his leadership, generosity, and commitment to helping MCS bring hope, healing, and brighter futures to children and families.

Thank you, David, for being an important part of the MCS family!

10/12/2026

Did you get your ticket? Now is the perfect time to reserve your seat and SAVE!

Join us for Waves of Hope: Cheers to 50 Years!, as Manatee Children's Services celebrates 50 years of hope, healing, and community impact.

Our Early Bird ticket prices are available for a limited time, and you won't want to miss this opportunity!

Join us for an unforgettable evening of great food, entertainment, and community connection while supporting child abuse prevention and helping provide hope and healing to children and families in need.

Saturday, February 20, 2027
6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
Mote SEA
225 University Town Center Dr., Sarasota, FL 34243

Don't wait until prices increase! Secure your Early Bird tickets today at www.mcsgala.com.

Let's celebrate 50 years of making a difference and create the next wave of hope together!

Address

1227 9th Avenue West
Bradenton, FL
34205

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+19413451200

Website

http://manateechildrensservices.com/

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