Watch the video by clicking here. Third annual program connects students with 32 local employers while building skills, confidence and pathways to future careers Forty-three local students celebrated a summer of growth, new experiences and professional accomplishments as the Children’s Services Council of Leon County (CSC Leon) marked the completion of its third annual Summer Youth Internship Program. …
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UPDATE: Spaces still available at some of the 13 programs funded to serve Leon County youth through year-round and summer opportunities. TALLAHASSEE, FL – The Children’s Services Council of Leon County (CSC Leon) approved a $2.69 million investment in youth development programs during its March 5 Governing Council meeting, expanding access to high-quality afterschool and…
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Kindergarten readiness begins long before a child enters a classroom. It begins with a healthy pregnancy, consistent prenatal care, and access to pediatric services during a child’s first year of life. For many families in Leon County, transportation is a barrier to that care. To address this challenge, Children’s Services Council of Leon County funded…
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Expanding Access to Mental Health Support for Families in Leon County In Leon County, many women face impossible choices every day, choosing between paying bills, buying groceries, or securing childcare. These challenges impact not only individual families, but the health and stability of our entire community. At the Children’s Services Council of Leon County (CSC…
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TALLAHASSEE, FL – The Children’s Services Council of Leon County (CSC Leon) today announced an allocation of up to $300,000 to ensure operations at four Leon County Head Start centers continues amid a pause in funding resulted from the current federal government shutdown. This support will directly benefit approximately 322 young children and their families…
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We are joining forces with community partners to host a Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Get your costumes ready and grab your candy bags to join us at the Old West Florida Enrichment Center, located at 2344 Lake Bradford Road. This free family-friendly event offers a safe and…
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Tracking Four Years of Investments, Progress, and Measurable Outcomes for Leon County Families The Children’s Services Council of Leon County (CSC Leon) has released its first Impact Report 2021–2024, offering a comprehensive look at the organization’s progress since voters approved the Council in 2020. The report documents how approximately $23.4 million has been invested in…
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CSC Leon is excited to welcome Elaine Johnson to our team as our new Public Relations Intern! Elaine joins us from Florida A&M University, where she is a senior majoring in Public Relations. Originally from Bridgeport, Connecticut, she brings a strong set of communication, organizational, and leadership skills to this role, as well as a…
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Provisional $2.1 million investment would support Leon County students while waiting for federal 21st Century Community Learning Centers funding. On Thursday, July 17, 2025, the Children’s Services Council of Leon County (CSC Leon) approved funding for an emergency request of $2.1 million submitted by the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Big Bend, in partnership…
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Today, Leon County Government, in collaboration with the Children’s Services Council of Leon County (CSC Leon) and Children’s Home Society of Florida (CHS), celebrated the opening of a new Family Resource Center (FRC) at the Leon County Fort Braden Community Center. This collaborative initiative brings essential family support services and resources directly to the Fort…
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