Girls Inc. of Lakeland

08/11/2026

Have a great first day of school and a great school year!

08/10/2026

We are accepting afterschool applications for girls in grades K-12 for our afterschool program and all day program when schools are closed. Applications may be picked up or returned between the hours of 4-6 pm Mondays through Fridays at 1220 West Highland Street in Lakeland, FL. Transportation is available from select schools on a first come first serve basis. Payment SHOULD NOT be made until you have received notification of your daughter’s acceptance. Payments are non-refundable. For more info call (813) 414-3196.

07/23/2026

The girls had a wonderful opportunity to personalize and design their own tote bags. They chose from a variety of images, inspiring words, meaningful quotes, and iron-on patches to create unique designs that reflected their personalities and creativity.

A special thank you to Ms. April, our Board Chair, for generously providing the supplies and dedicating your time to make this activity possible. Your thoughtfulness and creativity made a lasting impact, and the girls truly enjoyed every moment. Thank you as well to Ms. Stacy for your support.

07/18/2026

Congratulations to our very own Kennedy Davenport! We are so proud of you!

Congratulations, Kennedy!
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Our West Coast Conference YPD 💚Executive Board Recording Secretary.
Our Local YPD President 💚

We are incredibly proud of you for being selected from across the district as the recipient of the Bishop Edward Waters University Scholarship!

Your unwavering faith, academic excellence, servant’s heart, and dedication have opened yet another door of opportunity. This scholarship is a testament to your hard work, perseverance, and commitment to excellence in every area of your life.

As you begin this exciting new chapter at Edward Waters University, may God continue to guide your steps, bless your journey, and use your gifts to make a lasting impact.

“Commit to the Lord whatever you do, and He will establish your plans.” – Proverbs 16:3

07/16/2026

This summer we have had amazing women and men come in and speak about their career and encourage the girls to be the best they can be. Ms. Ava Brown, principal on assignment for the Polk County Public Schools and Ms. Kylia Carswell, Director of the Family Engagement program, Polk County Public Schools were awesome and had the girls engaged throughout their time with them. Thanks Ladies for making a follow up visit.

07/14/2026

We were blessed to have Mrs. Andrea Oliver to share her life story with the girls today. Mrs. Oliver is the Development Director for Academy Prep and has worn many hats in our community. Many of you may know her from her work at WONN/WPCV radio station and the United Way of Central Florida. She has an amazing story to share and a beautiful voice. The girls really enjoyed her.

07/12/2026

The girls are having a blast at summer camp! Happy faces at Girls Inc. !

07/04/2026

06/28/2026

We want to thank Reggie Cannon and the Juneteenth Committee for awarding Kennedy Davenport with a $500 scholarship at their annual Juneteenth celebration on yesterday. This Scholarship will help her as she makes plans to attend Edward Waters University in the fall. Congratulations Kennedy!


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