Family Resources
CSC Leon does not provide direct services to families. However, we want to ensure families are connected to the best possible resources in our community. We strongly recommend you call 2-1-1 or visit them online at https://211bigbend.org/.
Just as you would call 9-1-1 for emergencies, you can call 2-1-1 for human service information and assistance. They are available 24 hours a day to listen and provide emotional support, crisis counseling, suicide prevention, and information & referrals. You do not have to be in crisis to call, there is no eligibility criteria, and services are free. They help you navigate through the maze of community services in a nonjudgmental manner. Because life is 24/7, so are they!
Partner Spotlights
Below are a few selected resources from our partners.
Learn more about this program at https://www.lsnf.org/
Learn more about this program at https://www.carterscorner.org/24-7-dad/
Learn more about this program at https://theoasiscenter.net/counseling/
Learn more about this program at https://firstteetallahassee.org/
Learn more about this program at https://theoasiscenter.net/programs-services/girls-circle/
Learn more about this agency at https://www.omegalamplighters.org/
Learn more about this agency at https://www.bgcbb.org/
Programs Funded by CSC Leon
2-1-1 Big Bend
Family Medical Transportation Services
Available countywide with referral
Boys & Girls Club of the Big Bend
Afterschool & Summer Programs
Clubs at Fort Braden & FAMU DRS
Brehon Family Services
Brehon House Emergency Housing
Available with application
Brownsville Seeds of Literacy
Afterschool & Summer Programs
Scholarships Available
Camp Summer Garden
Inclusive Afterschool & Summer Programs
Scholarships Available
Capital Area Healthy Start Coalition
C.O.A.S.T. through Pregnancy Perinatal Navigation
Available countywide
Capital Area Community Action Agency
Head Start (Preschool for 3-5 year olds)
Available in Select Neighborhoods
Capital City Youth Services
Emergency Housing for Youth
Available countywide with referral
Carter’s Corner Community Services
24/7 Dads Program
Available countywide
Children’s Home Society of Florida
Family Resource Center (FRC) Management
Available in Select Neighborhoods
Early Learning Coalition of the Big Bend
Expanded Eligibility for School Readiness Voucher
Available countywide
Family Promise of the Big Bend
Emergency Housing for Families
Family Stabilization/Transitional Support
Institute for Music Business
Afterschool & Summer Programs
Available countywide
Legal Services of North Florida
Children & Family Legal Services
Available countywide
Making Miracles Haven
Housing Stabilization for Pregnant Women
Waitlist
Omega Lamplighters
Afterschool & Summer Programs
Available countywide
Rebound & Recovery
Parent, Child & Teacher Training Program
Available in all Public PreK3 and PreK4
Refuge House
Emergency Housing for Families
Available with referral
The Oasis Center for Women & Girls
After Hours Counseling – Available countywide
Girls Circle – Available in Select Schools
United Way of the Big Bend
Afterschool & Summer Programs (21st CCLC)
Available at select schools
WFSU Public Media/PBS Kids
Education Resources for Parents & Kids
Available countywide
Other Funded Programs
More than 900 children received free summer camp in 2025 from 11 different programs
All children in Leon County, regardless of what neighborhood they live in, should be able to participate in educational and recreational opportunities that help close the learning gap. To qualify for free summer camp tuition, children must be rising Kindergarten through 12th grade and residents of Leon County. Priority will be given to families who live in specific neighborhoods. Slots are available on a first come, first served basis and may require a small registration fee to hold a spot. Families who receive the free summer camps must agree to participate in their chosen camp all summer. See what camps were available by clicking here.
25 Programs selected for small investments to help build organizational capacity while delivering services to children, youth & families
Success in School and Life
- Diamonds in the Rough Sports, Entertainment, & Education, Inc.
- Divine Revelations Ministries, Inc.
- DJ Demp Foundation, Inc.
- Dream Builders Greatness Center, Inc.
- FWPC Community Development Corporation
- STEMS4Girls, Inc.
- The Clean Start Initiative
- The Project Bridge, Inc.
Healthy Children, Youth and Families
- Domestic Violence Coordinating Council
- Indaba, Inc.
- Javacya Arts Conservatory
- KidSafe
- Lincoln Center Foundation, Inc.
- The 850 Kings
Stable & Nurturing Families & Communities
- Blautism, Inc.
- Community Carpentry USA, Inc.
- Consulting Together Community Outreach, Inc.
- Inclusion Cafe
- Life Skills and Leadership Academy
- North Florida Community Development Corporation
- TallyRobotics/Tallahassee LEGO Robotics Club, Inc.
- Teenpreneur Foundation, Inc.
- The Foundation for Wealth Building, Inc.
- The Less Fortunate Still Matter Foundation
- Youth Entrepreneur Program of Florida, Inc.
Details about Round 1 Recipients
(October 2023 – March, 2024)
Details about Round 2 Recipients
(January, 2024 – June, 2024)
Details about Round 3 Recipients
(April, 2024 – September, 2024)