Children in Crisis, Inc. Florida

11/05/2026

A little holiday magic is coming to CIC! 🎄✨

Northwest Florida Ballet is graciously providing tickets for CIC children and house parents to attend an evening performance of The Nutcracker at the Mattie Kelly Arts Center, November 20–22.

Thank you, Northwest Florida Ballet, for making this special experience possible and helping create lasting holiday memories for our CIC families! ❤️

🎟️ Learn more and get tickets: https://www.nfballet.org/

11/03/2026

🙌 OUR COMMUNITY NEEDS YOU!

From disaster recovery efforts to everyday programs that support local families, United Way Emerald Coast and our incredible non-profit partners and friends are hard at work meeting the needs of our community. But we can't do it alone!

Whether you have a few hours to spare, a special skill to share, or simply a heart for helping others, there are plenty of ways to get involved! 💙

💙 UNITED WAY EMERALD COAST VOLUNTEER NEEDS:
Partner Agency Reviews: Help support our annual non-profit funding review process.
ReadingPals: Help young readers build literacy skills and confidence.
EmpowHER: Assist with preparations for our upcoming teen empowerment workshop.

🤝 VOLUNTEER NEEDS FROM OUR NON-PROFIT PARTNERS & FRIENDS:
Matrix COC : Disaster recovery assistance, supply distribution, transportation, and support for households in need.
Elder Services of Okaloosa County: Yard work and meal deliveries.
The Salvation Army serving Okaloosa & Walton Counties: Building cleanup, serving meals, and disaster response.
Crestview Area Shelter for the Homeless: Preparing and distributing food and supplies.
Cultural Arts Alliance of Walton County: Assistance with upcoming community events.
One Hopeful Place: Fence repairs, storm debris cleanup, and campus restoration.
Freedom Life Compass: Fence repairs at Freedom House locations.
Emerald Coast Science Center: Fallen tree and debris removal.
Children in Crisis, Inc. Florida: Campus cleanup, debris removal, and beautification.
PAWS: Sorting and organizing donations at the thrift store.

✨ READY TO LEND A HAND?
Whether you're an individual, a business, or a group looking to give back, we'd love to help connect you with an opportunity to make a difference!

📩 Email [email protected] to learn more or get involved!

Together, we can help our community recover, rebuild, and grow stronger. Because UNITED IS THE WAY! 💙

10/27/2026

🎅🎄 YOUR DREAM BIKE COULD MAKE THEIR CHRISTMAS BRIGHTER! 🏍️🎁

Santa's bringing something a little different this year... and it has TWO WHEELS! 👀🔥

We're excited to be part of the 2026 Toys 4 Tots Ride on the Emerald Coast BIKE RAFFLE, presented by H.O.G. Chapter #3605!

🏍️ THE PRIZE: A customized 2016 Harley-Davidson CVO Pro Street Breakout!

🎟️ RAFFLE TICKETS: JUST $50 EACH!

Even better? Every ticket purchased helps support two incredible local organizations:

💙 Children in Crisis, Inc.
💚 Emerald Coast Children's Advocacy Center

A HUGE thank you to Jason Hall and Five Channels for generously donating this incredible motorcycle, along with our amazing community partners, Emerald Coast Harley-Davidson and Mills Heating & Air, for helping make this possible!

🎄✨ One lucky winner gets an incredible ride, and together, we get to make the holidays a little brighter for children right here on the Emerald Coast!

🎟️ GET YOUR RAFFLE TICKETS TODAY! 👇

https://app.dvforms.net/api/dv/zk5ej3

You can also scan the QR code on the flyer!

🏍️ Your dream bike. Their brighter Christmas. ❤️

Help us spread the word by sharing this post with your motorcycle-loving friends!

10/26/2026

The countdown is ON! In just 31 days, runners will be hitting the pavement on Thanksgiving morning for the 30A 10K, and Children in Crisis is honored to be one of this year’s benefiting charities! ✨

Every registration, every mile, and every step helps support our mission of keeping brothers and sisters together and providing children in our community with safe, loving homes. 💙 And that’s something worth running for!

A huge thank-you to the 30A 10K team, our fellow benefiting nonprofits, and everyone who makes this incredible event possible. We can’t wait to see our community come together for a cause that matters!

🎟️ Haven’t registered yet? Now’s the time to sign up and be part of the impact!
https://www.30a10k.com/Race/FL/RosemaryBeach/30A10K

10/21/2026

💙 United for Impact: 3rd Annual Nonprofit Conference 💙

CIC was proud to be represented at the 3rd Annual United for Impact Nonprofit Conference hosted at Beachside Church! 🙌

With more than 200 passionate attendees, the event brought together nonprofit leaders and community partners to learn, connect, share ideas, and strengthen the work we do throughout our community.

A big thank-you to United Way Emerald Coast for helping create opportunities for collaboration and connection! We’re grateful to be part of a community that works together to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve. 💙

10/20/2026

🎟️💰 YOUR CHANCE AT $10,000 IS STILL UP FOR GRABS! 💰🎟️

Have you gotten your Emerald Coast Foundation Drawdown ticket yet? 👀

If not, there's still time to join the excitement AND support a great cause! 💙

🏆 Grand Prize: $10,000!
🎟️ Tickets: $100 each
📅 Drawing: November 12, 2026
⏰ LAST DAY TO PURCHASE: OCTOBER 31!

With only 500 tickets available, you don't want to miss your chance!

🎟️ GET YOUR TICKET TODAY! 👇
https://app.dvforms.net/api/dv/zk5ej3

Every ticket purchased through Children in Crisis helps us continue providing safe, loving homes and keeping brothers and sisters together while in foster care. 🏡❤️

✨ A chance to win BIG while making a BIG difference for local kids? That's a win-win!

Don't let October 31 sneak up on you! 🎉

10/16/2026

🎂💌 Help Us Celebrate Our November Birthdays! 💌🎂

November is just around the corner, and we’d love your help making our kiddos feel extra special on their birthdays! 💙 A birthday card filled with kind words, encouragement, and a little love can go a long way in reminding each child that they are celebrated, valued, and cared for.

Would you help us fill their mailboxes with birthday wishes? 🥳 Every card is a little reminder that our community is thinking of them!

📬 Mail or drop off your birthday cards to:
Children in Crisis, Inc.
1000 Luke’s Way
Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548

Thank you for helping us make birthdays a little brighter! 💙🎉

10/14/2026

🎃👻 HELP MAKE HALLOWEEN MAGICAL FOR OUR KIDDOS! 🧡🖤

Halloween is right around the corner, and we’re looking for Halloween costume donations for the children in our care! 🦸‍♀️🧙‍♂️👻

Every child deserves the chance to dress up, have fun, and make special memories. Your generosity can help make this Halloween extra sweet for our kiddos! 🍬✨

🎃 Want to donate a costume?

📧 Contact Sarah Traver at [email protected]
📞 Call us at 850-864-4242

Thank you for helping us make Halloween a little more magical for the children we serve! 💙

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10/13/2026