More than 900 children will receive free summer camp from at least 11 different programs On Saturday, March 23, we will host the second annual Summer Youth Expo on the grounds of FAMU Developmental Research School, from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. This family-friendly event is designed to be a “one-stop shop” showcase to connect…
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The Children’s Services Council of Leon County (CSC Leon) has released a short-term, mini-funding cycle to support nonprofit organizations that provide inclusive and enriching summer camp experiences for children with special needs. If approved, an organization may be awarded up to $75,000 in funding for a period of four months (May 1 – August 30).…
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March 13, 2024: On Thursday, March 7, the Children’s Services Council of Leon County (CSC Leon) approved the intent to fund 11 applications received as part of its funding cycle for Summer Enrichment 2024. This funding is designed to expand the capacity of programs to better meet needs of children, youth, and families in Leon County during the summer of…
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CSC Leon has released its next funding opportunity for “Summer Enrichment” during 2024. We intend to “raise the bar” on quality standard implementation for youth development programs.
June 15, 2023: The Children’s Services Council of Leon County (CSC Leon) executed contracts with 17 community investment partners for the provision of youth development and meals for the summer months. The total investment, after comprehensive budget audit, is $1,692,427.09. CSC Leon anticipates providing more than 1,100 youth with a summer learning experience and serving…
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The Children’s Services Council of Leon County (CSC Leon) seeks a program and quality assurance specialist to join its team dedicated to the development of the organization as a catalyst for positive change to improve the lives and outcomes of children, youth and families in our community. Overview of Children’s Services CouncilChildren’s Services Councils (CSCs),…
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CSC Leon seeks to engage community volunteers to serve as members of various Evaluations Teams to help review proposals for funding from our upcoming application opportunities. When the Council releases Community Investment Partnership (CIP – community providers) funding announcements, the services of these diverse and experienced panel members that represent a wide variety of professions,…
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CSC Leon invests $1.56 million to fund cross-cutting child and youth programs for the summer The Children’s Services Council of Leon County (CSC Leon) has issued 29 contracts to fund the expansion of 30 existing programs for summer 2022. These one-time, short-term investments total $1,565,481.69 across the three priority areas detailed below and are anticipated…
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On Thursday, May 26, the Children’s Services Council of Leon County (CSC Leon) approved the intent to fund 30 applications received from 28 entities as part of its inaugural funding cycle for Summer 2022. This first round of funding was designed as one-time program investments to expand the capacity of existing programs to better meet the needs of children (ages 0-12), youth…
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The Summer 2022 Funding Announcement is officially posted and available to the public. Click here CSC Leon seeks to issue one-time program funding to expand the capacity of existing programs to better meet the needs of children, youth, and families in Leon County during the summer of 2022. Additional funding opportunities to support implementation of…
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