Brooks County Family Connection, Inc.

06/09/2026

🌀It's Hurricane Season!🌀

Are you ready? Save this Red Cross Hurricane checklist as a handy reference!

06/09/2026

Drugs and your body have a toxic relationship. They can damage your organs, twist your mental health, and make you feel like a stranger in your own skin. Ditch the drama and learn more about drugs’ toxic behaviors at cdc.gov/FreeMind.

06/03/2026

Summertime pantry restock ☀️😎⛱️

06/02/2026

Are you ready for hurricane season?

Take action TODAY to be better prepared for when the worst happens. Understand your risk from hurricanes, and begin pre-season preparations now. Make sure you understand how to interpret forecasts and alerts, and know what to do before, during, and after a storm. Even if you feel ready, there may be additional things you could do or learn.

noaa.gov/take-action-today

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05/26/2026

Hurricane Season starts next week! Are you prepared?

A key part of hurricane preparedness is understanding the dangers that remain well after a storm. This is NOT the time to put your guard down. Nearly half of hurricane fatalities occur after the storm.

noaa.gov/use-caution-after-storms

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05/21/2026

We’re only one week into Summer Break, how are you helping prevent the Summer Slide?

Reading just 4 to 6 books over the summer break can help prevent a decline in reading scores!

05/19/2026

Hurricane Season is around the corner!

Be prepared by knowing what to do during a storm. Whether you’ve evacuated or are sheltering in place, know what to expect from the hazards you may face. Remain vigilant, stay up-to-date with the latest forecasts and alerts, and continue to listen to local officials.

noaa.gov/stay-protected-during-storms

(Image credit: NOAA's National Weather Service)

05/14/2026

Happy Summer Break!! 😎

Want to help your kiddo prepare for next school year? Help stop the Summer Slide! The Summer Slide is what educators call the loss of students' learned skills (such as math or reading skills) during the long summer break.

How can you help? By incorporating fun reading or math activities into your summer schedule. Just 15-30 minutes a day of consistent learning activities can help beat the Summer Slide!

Summer slide doesn't have to be inevitable. With intentionality and creativity, we can turn summer into the most powerful learning season of all.

05/13/2026

Happy Last Day of School!

Parents & teachers play a crucial role in shaping how children learn & grow. During , talk about substance use prevention and well-being.

Download games & activities: samhsa.gov/prevention-week/community-events/activities

05/12/2026

📢📢📢 We are hiring a Fundraising Consultant!!!

Brooks County Family Connection is seeking an individual to fill a fundraising consultant position on a one-year contract to conduct multiple successful fundraising activities. This is a part-time, non-permanent, contract position with commission-based pay.

Ideal applicants will have previous non-profit fundraising, marketing, or related experience. They should also be able to organize and coordinate fundraising events and activities, prepare fundraising reports, and communicate effectively and professionally with donors, staff, and volunteers. They should be able to maintain multiple projects simultaneously, be detailed oriented, and possess strong organizational and intrapersonal skills.

Interested applicants can email their resume and cover letter to [email protected] or mail them to PO Box 937, Quitman, GA 31643. Applications will be accepted through May 27th, 2026.