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Strong, Smart and Bold Girls Incorporated of Jacksonville (formerly Girls Clubs of America) began as a project of the Pilot Club of Jacksonville.

It was incorporated in 1970 and became affiliated with the Girls Clubs of America in 1971. Our first club was located in the Brentwood Housing Development, where we continually maintained a presence until 2004, when the Hope VI Project interrupted our work. In 1990, Girls Clubs of America changed their name to Girls Incorporated on national and local levels. During the school year Girls Inc. holds a literacy based after-school program entitled GirlSMART. The GirlSMART Literacy program is currently in six Duval County schools and we anticipate growth over the next few years. GirlSMART works with kindergarten through third grade girls specifically. Girls have the right to accept and appreciate their bodies, and are entitled to thrive in communities that invest in their total physical, mental, and emotional wellness. Girls need access to information, resources, and skills to be effective partners in promoting their own healthy development. To help ensure that girls have the support that they need to take charge of their own health, Girls Inc. has launched Girls Inc. Mind+Body℠, which focuses on four pillars that, according to research, play a major role in fortifying girls’ ability to develop and sustain strong minds and strong bodies. They are: nutrition, physical activity, stress management, and body image. Today, Girls Incorporated of Jacksonville serves more than 1,700 girls everyday in literacy after-school programs, outreach and summer camps. Our after-school programs provide a supporting, safe environment, offer homework assistance, and enrichment activities like dance, computer, art, story telling, theater, and bullying prevention.

10/10/2026

Due to unforeseen circumstances, Girls Inc. of Jacksonville’s International Day of the Girl event will be postponed until further notice.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support of Girls Inc. of Jacksonville!

10/06/2026

💗 Event Update! 💗

Due to unforeseen circumstances, Girls Inc. of Jacksonville’s International Day of the Girl event will be postponed until further notice.
We’re just pressing pause for now — the celebration isn’t going anywhere! 🎉✨ We can’t wait to come together, celebrate our amazing girls, and make this event one to remember.
Stay tuned for a new date and more details. We’ll see you soon! 💕🌟
Thank you for your understanding and continued support of Girls Inc. of Jacksonville!

💗 You’re Invited! Celebrate International Day of the Girl with Us!

Parents, caregivers, and girls — come celebrate with Girls Inc. of Jacksonville! 🎉

Join us on Saturday, October 10, 2026, for a special day created just for girls ages 8–12 and 13–16, filled with character building, wellness, leadership, empowerment, inspiring speakers, and fun activities!

✨ This is more than an event—it’s an opportunity to pour into our girls, encourage their confidence, celebrate who they are, and equip them to lead in their homes, schools, and communities.

Our girls deserve to know that they are STRONG. SMART. BOLD. 💪🏽✨

📅 October 10, 2026
👧🏽 Ages 8–12 & 13–16
📍 New Town Success Zone-Jacksonville

🎟️ Space is limited, so register your girl today!
👉🏽 Use the registration link to reserve her spot.

https://secure.qgiv.com/for/girinpro/event/leadher/

Tag a parent or caregiver who needs to know about this! 💗
Let’s show our girls how much they matter!

10/05/2026

Happy Monday! 🎉📚

We are thrilled to see how our girls and our Elementary School program are thriving!

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible partnering schools, Wayman Academy and Parkwood Heights Elementary School, for trusting us with your students. We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with you in helping our girls grow, learn, and succeed.

Through our Girls Smart Program, we support readers who may be experiencing challenges by providing them with the tools, strategies, and encouragement they need to build confidence and read on and above grade level. 📖✨

At Girls Inc., we believe learning should be meaningful, engaging, and FUN! That’s why we incorporate creative initiatives and innovative learning techniques that spark our girls’ interests and keep them excited about reading and learning.

A special shoutout to our Literacy Program Leader, Teva Presley! 👏🏽 Teva has been instrumental in this work—not only in the classroom and through training staff, but also in the community, ensuring our girls have the resources and support they need to become successful readers and confident learners.

This is what partnership, purpose, and community look like! 💜

Here’s to empowering our girls, strengthening literacy, and helping every girl discover the joy and confidence that comes with becoming a strong reader—one page at a time! 🌟📚

10/04/2026

Yesterday, Girls Inc. of Jacksonville was proud to be in the community, creating impact and investing in the next generation of girls! ✨

Our CEO, Deidra Simon, and Director of Programs Heather Rollinson joined community partners for the 17th Annual Girls Empowerment Conference—connecting, inspiring, and pouring into young women through empowerment, enrichment, and motivation.

🎤 Our CEO served as the motivational speaker, encouraging girls to embrace what it means to be Strong, Smart & Bold—to believe in themselves, use their voices, and confidently take on the world.

🔥 Our Director of Programs led a breakout session for high school girls, “The Glow Up No One Talks About,” diving into the real work behind becoming the woman you desire to be: Discipline . Decisions . Money . Purpose . Creating the life you desire
Because the glow-up isn't just about what people can see. It's about who you are becoming when no one is watching.

This is what community impact looks like—showing up, building partnerships, sharing knowledge, and creating spaces where girls can envision more for themselves and know they have what it takes to make it happen.

We are grateful to every community partner who continues to create opportunities for girls to be Strong. Smart. Bold.

10/02/2026

🌯 TOMORROW! DO GOOD WITH CHIPOTLE! 🌯

After a great day at the Girls Empowerment Conference, keep the good going by grabbing dinner at Chipotle! ❤️

Join us tomorrow, Saturday, October 3, from 4–8 PM at:

📍 Chipotle – 50 Riverside Ave, Ste 705, Jacksonville, FL 32202

25% of event sales will be donated to Girls Inc. of Jacksonville! 🎉

Ordering online? Use code EYQEJGZ for pickup orders. Or, show this flyer in the restaurant!

Your dinner can help support Girls Inc. girls as they grow to be Strong, Smart, and Bold. 💪✨

Come hungry, bring a friend, and DO GOOD WITH CHIPOTLE! 🌯❤️

09/30/2026

🌟 MEET OUR FINAL TWO FEATURED SPEAKERS! 🌟

We’re thrilled to introduce two incredible leaders from Girls Inc. of Jacksonville who will be joining us for our International Day of Girls celebration! 💕✨

🎤 Heather Rollinson — Character Development Session
As our Director of Programs, Heather oversees Girls Inc. of Jacksonville’s programs and operations. She is also a Girls Inc. HQ Trainer for Character Development, leading this important work across our affiliate.

Heather is passionate about empowering girls to build strong character, confidence, leadership skills, and values that will guide them throughout life. 💪🏽❤️

🎤 Ashlee Joseph — Mind & Body Session
As our Youth & Young Adult Manager, Ashlee brings a deep passion for helping children and young people recognize their worth, embrace their individuality, and confidently become who they were created to be.

With her background in education, youth development, counseling, and nonprofit leadership, Ashlee is dedicated to helping girls prioritize self-care, confidence, balance, and personal growth. 🌸🧠💕

Together, Heather and Ashlee represent the heart of the work we do at Girls Inc. of Jacksonville—equipping girls to be strong, smart, and bold! 👑

Register Here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/girinpro/event/leadher/

📅 Saturday, October 10, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
📍 Newton Success Zone
1083 Line Street, Jacksonville, FL
👧🏽 Ages 8–12 & 13–16

Come celebrate, learn, grow, and be inspired! 💗

Healthy Girls. Brighter Futures. Together.

09/30/2026

🌟 MEET OUR FEATURED SPEAKERS! 🌟

Girls Inc. of Jacksonville is excited to announce two incredible women who will be joining us for our International Day of Girls celebration! 💕👑

🎤 LeCreshia R. Joshway, BSN, RN
💪 Health & Wellness Session
A U.S. Navy veteran, Registered Nurse, entrepreneur, mentor, and community leader, LeCreshia brings more than 20 years of healthcare experience and a passion for empowering women and girls. She’ll be sharing insights centered on health, wellness, service, compassion, and purpose. ❤️

🎤 Brianna Williams
🌟 Leadership Session
A University of North Florida graduate, Senior Human Resources professional, entrepreneur, and dedicated community leader, Brianna is passionate about youth empowerment, leadership development, resilience, and helping girls recognize their voice and value. 💫

Together, these amazing speakers will help our girls build the skills and confidence to be STRONG, SMART & BOLD! 💪🏽🧠✨

Register Here: https://secure.qgiv.com/for/girinpro/event/leadher/

📅 Saturday, October 10, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM–2:00 PM
📍 Newton Success Zone
1083 Line Street, Jacksonville, FL
👧🏽 Ages 8–12 & 13–16

💗 Healthy Girls. Brighter Futures. Together.

09/30/2026

🌟 MEET OUR FEATURED SPEAKERS! 🌟
💗 Dr. Ashley Wright + Dina K. Bernard 💗

We are THRILLED to welcome two incredible women who are ready to pour into, encourage, and empower the next generation of Strong, Smart & Bold girls! 👑✨

👩🏾‍⚕️ DR. ASHLEY WRIGHT — HEALTH & WELLNESS

Dr. Ashley Wright is a pediatrician, mentor, and community advocate passionate about helping young people recognize their potential and pursue their goals with confidence.

She is especially passionate about mentorship, representation, and exposing young girls to opportunities in medicine, science, and STEM.

During our Health & Wellness session, Dr. Wright will encourage girls to understand their worth, take care of themselves, ask questions, explore their interests, and believe that their dreams are possible. 💕🩺

👩🏽‍💼 DINA K. BERNARD — LEADERSHIP

Dina K. Bernard is a Regional Human Resources Manager, HR Leader, and Community Advocate with more than 20 years of experience in human resources, leadership development, employee engagement, and talent advocacy.

Dina is passionate about developing leaders, building confidence, creating meaningful connections, and helping people recognize their professional potential.

During our Leadership session, girls will be encouraged to discover their voices, embrace authenticity, understand the power of service, and recognize that they have the ability to lead. 👑💪🏾

✨ TWO POWERFUL WOMEN. TWO IMPORTANT CONVERSATIONS. ONE UNFORGETTABLE DAY. ✨

This is more than an event — it's an opportunity for our girls to see women who are leading, serving, succeeding, and making an impact in their communities.

We want every girl to leave knowing:

💗 I matter.
💛 I have potential.
❤️ My voice matters.
🖤 I can lead.
✨ My dreams are possible.

📅 Saturday, October 10, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
📍 Newton Success Zone
1083 Line Street, Jacksonville, FL
👧🏽 Ages 8–12 & 13–16

🎟️ REGISTRATION IS OPEN!

Parents, caregivers, mentors, and supporters — don't miss the opportunity to have your girl be part of this experience!

👉🏽 Register today and reserve her spot! https://secure.qgiv.com/for/girinpro/event/leadher/

Healthy Girls. Brighter Futures. Together. 💗

09/23/2026

This week, we proudly welcomed our newest Project Accelerate Intern, Zaria Owens, to Girls Inc. of Jacksonville! 💜

Zaria is no stranger to Girls Inc. of Jacksonville programming. She is currently a student at Edward Waters University, one of our valued programming sites, making this opportunity especially meaningful as she transitions from participant to professional learning experience.

During her internship, Zaria will work alongside our Director of Programs, gaining hands-on insight into the operational, programming, and business functions that are essential to sustaining and growing an organization.

This is exactly what Project Accelerate is all about—building pathways and empowering our girls to become the next generation of leaders through real-world professional experiences.

We are excited to have Zaria join our team and look forward to watching her learn, grow, and accelerate into her future! 🌟

Welcome to the team, Zaria!

💗 You’re Invited! Celebrate International Day of the Girl with Us! Parents, caregivers, and girls — come celebrate with ...

09/19/2026

Address

100 Festival Park Avenue
Jacksonville, FL
32202

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9am - 4:30pm
Friday	9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+19047319933

Website

http://www.girlsincjax.org/

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