Tag: children
Marler Park Restored!
By Carolyn Newcomer Ketchel
Each month, I highlight a project within Okaloosa County. Many of you have visited Marler Park over the decades. It is...
Meet Our Hometown Hero: Zachary Woodard and Lightz of Hope
By Michelle Ruschman
One of the greatest forces for good can be a child looking out for other children. Zachary Woodard was such a child...
The Magic Ingredients of The Boys & Girls Club
By Lisa Woodrum
The atmosphere was electric as I entered the gymnasium: confetti falling from above, balloons floating around, popping, the smell of pizza, rousing...
Embrace Florida Kids! A Walk Down Magnolia Lane Tees Up Support...
By Ramsey Lawrence, Director of Development and Community Relations at Embrace Florida Kids
Embrace Florida Kids, a nonprofit faith-based organization dedicated to providing homes, healing...
ECCAC’s Signature Gala & Golf Events March 8-10
The Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center (ECCAC) is putting on its annual signature Gala & Golf event this year, presented by George and Janice...
Join the Wall of Champions
ECCAC calls on community to pave the way to ending child abuse and neglect
The Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center (ECCAC) invites the community to become champions...
Meet Our Hometown Hero: Children in Crisis’ Ken Hair
A Legacy of Compassion and Leadership
By Doug Stauffer
Ken Hair, a name synonymous with compassion and dedication, has been the face, heart and soul of Children...
ECCAC Rebrands
Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center (ECCAC) has launched a new brand to continue growth and heighten its impact in the fight to end child...
Reunification: The Primary Goal of Foster Care
By Ramsey Lawrence, Embrace Florida Kids
For many of us, remembering our childhood brings back happy memories: holidays spent with family, playing outside with siblings...
Beat the Heat: Fun Musical Activities for Summer Break
Summer break offers a fantastic opportunity for students to explore their creativity and passion for music. Whether they are aspiring musicians or simply enjoy...