Disabled Resources

ARC Marion, Inc.

2800 SE Maricamp Road, Ocala, FL 34471

352.387.2210 | www.mcarc.com

Sean McLaughlin | McLaughlin.sean@mcarc.com

Mission Statement: ARC Marion’s mission is to create opportunities for persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live, work, and play to the fullest of their capabilities in Marion County.

Center for Independent Living of North Central Florida

2760 SE 17th St., Suite 300, Ocala, FL 34471-5533

352.368.3788 | http://cilncf.org

Director, Tony Delisle

Office Manager, Andrea Melvin | amelvin@cilncf.org

Mission Statement: To empower people with disabilities to achieve their goals for independence. We carry out our mission by advocating for and improving community inclusion, access to services and resources, civil rights and equality.

Signature Event 2023:: The Give4Marion Fundraiser, to be held in September. Give4Marion will raise money for local nonprofits, like the Center for Independent Living of North Central Florida, through a single online donation platform. This will provide an easy way to connect donors to the charitable causes they care about most and encourage them to take action.

Champions for Champions, Inc.

240 SE 17th St., Suite C, Ocala, FL 34471 352.462.0380 championsforchampions.org

Maria C. Roman or Don Nottingham admin2017@championsforchampions.org

Mission Statement: Our organization was created to address the lack of programs within our area for those with special needs and to inspire inclusivity within our community and foster a welcoming culture where all individuals with special needs are able to participate and flourish.

Signature Events: Weekday and weekend activities- Music

Monday, Bowling Tuesday, Dance and Toastmasters Wednesday, Taste of Champions Cooking Class on Thursday, Art Friday, Saturday varies (please visit our Facebook Page).

Florida Center for the Blind, Inc.

1411 NE 22nd Ave., Ocala, FL 34470

352.873.4700 | www.flblind.org

President/CEO, Anissa Pieriboni |Apieriboni@flblind.org

Mission Statement: Florida Center for the Blind’s (FCB) mission is to provide hope, confidence and independence for individuals with blindness and visual impairments, and to educate the community to prevent vision loss. FCB offers comprehensive no-cost vision rehabilitation programs for babies, children, teens, adults & seniors in Marion, Alachua, Bradford, Columbia, Dixie, Gilchrist, Levy, & Union County.

Kenny’s Place Nursery

7677 SE 41st Court, Ocala, FL 34480

352.867.1213 | www.kennysplacenurserycom kennysplacenursery@centurylink.net

Mission Statement: Our mission is to create a positive, caring, and accepting environment for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Marion Therapeutic Riding Association (MTRA)

6850 SE 41st Court, Ocala, FL 34480

352.732.7300 | www.mtraocala.org

Pam Morrison | execdirector@mtraocala.org

Mission Statement : MTRA strives to offer the miraculous benefits of therapeutic horsebacking riding and equine facilitated learning to persons of all ages and capabilities that are physically, mentally, or emotionally challenged. Goal and Objective of 2023: to fill the gaps of lost services for many clients due to covid-19. Provide one on one sessions to protect the clients and volunteers. Fundraise for the extra monies needed to provide these services safely.

Signature Events: Not so Spooky Halloween drive thru trick or treat for the community October 31st

November 28th Holiday Market, January 16th Florida Mini Match, February 22nd MTRA Golf Tournament

Stirrups ‘n Strides Therapeutic Riding Center, Inc.

4246 W. Hwy 318, Citra, Florida 32113

Mailing address: PO Box 326, Citra, Florida, 32113 352.591.1042 (office) or 352.427.3569 (Betty cell) www.stirrupsnstrides.com

Executive Director, Betty Gray execdir@stirrupsnstrides.com

Program Manager | Gail McDaniel | programmgr@ stirrupsnstrides.com

Facebook: @stirrupsnstrides

Mission Statement: To provide therapeutic horseback riding and carriage driving to anyone with physical, mental, or emotional challenges and to improve their quality of life with opportunities for emotional, educational, and physical growth through horsemanship and competition. Empower. Enrich. Inspire. Volunteers are needed to help with these programs to continue to meet the needs of our community. Student internships and community service hours are available. We are a Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship, International (PATH, Intl.) facility and mentor for PATH certified riding instructor candidates. Please contact us!

Transitions Life Center

3360 NW Gainesville Rd, Ocala, FL 34475

Mailing Address: P.O. Box 236, Ocala, FL 34478 352.877.8999 | www.tlcocala.org

President, Carmen Maines |Carmen.maines@tlcocala.org

About: The Carmen and Carlos Community Center (completed in 2019) is a 5,000 sf building housing our THRIVE (Teamwork, Honor, Respect, Independence, Values, Education) program supporting adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD). Our Vision: Is to develop a full community with resources to support all needs of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Mission Statement: The Mission of Transitions Life Center (TLC) is to provide a safe, caring, and enriching community for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Goal and Objective of 2023: Our 2023 initiative is to raise awareness of our programs and the services available to adults living with an intellectual or developmental disability.

Signature Events: Annual fall event- Champagne Dreams Gala, & Annual Spring event- Special Kids Classic Golf tournament, Give 4 Marion Sept. 19-20.

Education

Ambleside School of Ocala

507 SE Broadway St., Ocala, FL 34471

352.694.1635 | www.amblesideocala.com

Emmy Lilholt | elilholt@amblesideocala.com

Mission Statement: It is the mission of the Ambleside administration and faculty to provide what Charlotte Mason called “a living education,” where each child is guided and empowered to author a full and free life, a life rich in relationship to God, self, others, ideas, and all of creation. Too many educational environments reduce children to test scores, robbing them of their curiosity and wonder. Ambleside creates an atmosphere in healthy relationships, life-giving habits and timeless ideas so they are known, seen and prepared for what’s next in life.

Goal and objective of 2023: We are currently renovating our high school building to accommodate our growing high school. We have built an ADA approved ramp for new and potential students. Our beautiful new pavilion has been built to facilitate an outdoor area used for classrooms, lunch and nature study.

Signature Event: Annual Father-Daughter Dance.

Cornerstone School

2313 SE Lake Weir Ave., Ocala, FL 34471

352.351.8840 | thecornerstoneschool.org

Head of School, Ingrid Wasserfall | info@thevornerstoneschool.org

Mission Statement: In an ever-changing world, our mission is to prepare students for success with a comprehensive educational program of: an innovative curriculum; inspirational teaching that develops a passion for learning; and the Cornerstone values of acceptance, integrity, and mutual respect.

Signature Event: The Marion County Chili Cook-off

Grace Christian School

4410 SE 3rd Ave., Ocala, FL 34480

352.387.3090 | www.gcsocala.com

Meredith Garner | mgarner@gcsocala.com

Mission Statement: To prepare our children for life, to honor and glorify God in a Christ-centered environment of academic excellence.

Goal and Objective of 2023: Grace Christian School has been serving Marion County and the surrounding communities Since 1957. With a mission to provide an educational experience that cultivates academic excellence in a Christ-centered environment, GCS is a family-focused school community seeking to educate the whole childmind, body and soul.

Signature Event: Havana Nights held at Circle Square Cultural Center on April 22nd. Details can be found at www. gcsocala.com/events

Public Education Foundation of Marion County

1239 NW 4th St. Ocala, FL 34475 352.671.4167 | www. pefmc.org

Meghan Magamoll | meghan.magamoll@marion.k12.fl.us

Mission Statement: Connecting child, classrooms, & community. To financially and materially support Marion County Public Schools, its students, and teachers.

Goal and Objective of 2023: We are recruiting mentors for our Take Stock in Children program.

Signature Events: Moot Thomas Golf Scramble: Friday, January 20th at the Ocala Muni. Event information at www. pefmc.org or 352-671-4167.

R.A.M.A.L. Educational and Social Services, Inc. 1636 SW 31st Ave. Ocala, FL 34474

352.875.4237 | www.ramalservices.org

Barbara J. Brooks, Ph.D. | barbarabrooksf@aol.com

Mission Statement: To improve people’s lives and the community in which they live.

Signature Event: Juneteenth Celebration Dance, date TBA check website.

St John Lutheran School 1915 SE Lake Weir Ave Ocala Florida 34471 352.622.7275 | www.stjohnocala.org

Mission Statement: Saints Alumni & Friends come together to foster continued excellence in academics, athletics, social, and spiritual growth, and Christian Service as exemplified in the founding and continuing mission of St. John Lutheran School.

Environment

Howard T Odum Florida Springs Institute

18645 High Springs Main Street, High Springs, FL 32643 386.454.9369 | www.floridaspringsinstitute.org

Outreach Director, Haley Moody hmoody@floridaspringsinstitute.org

Mission Statement: The mission of the Florida Springs Institute is to protect Florida’s springs through sound science and education.

Signature Event: The Springs Run held on Feb. 4th at First Magnitude Brewing Company, Gainesville, FL.

Equine

Florida Thoroughbred Charities, Inc.

801 S. W. 60th Ave., Ocala, FL 34474

352.629.2160 | www.ftboa.com

Tammy Gantt | tgantt@ftboa.com

Mission Statement: Florida Thoroughbred Charities is administered by the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders and Owners Association with the mission to fund charitable organizations within the Thoroughbred industry, the City of Ocala, Marion County, and the State of Florida.

Horse Farms Forever

P.O. Box 5279, Ocala, FL 34478-5279

859.553.5510 | horsefarmsforever.com

Director of Community Affairs, Sara Fennessy | sara. fennessy@horsefarmsforever.com.

Mission Statement: To inspire the conservation of horse farms through education and awareness so as to preserve natural pasture land focusing on horses and their habitats, and to protect the soil and water on which they depend, while minimizing land use conflicts in Marion County.

Horse Protection Association of Florida 20690 NW 130th Ave., Micanopy, FL 32667

352.466.4366 | http://hpaf.org/

President/Executive Director, Christine Massinger christine@hpaf.org

Mission Statement: Equine rescue, rehabilitation, education and adoption services. Assistance to law enforcement and animal agencies with cruelty investigations and the care and placement of horses. Promoting horse care and humane, natural methods of training for horses. Provide sanctuary to horses whose owners have passed away or are terminally ill. Goal and Objective of 2023: Horse Protection is actively seeking a gift of land of 100 or more acres with facilities in Central Marion County. Our current facility is no longer large enough to care for the number of horses that are in need. We, on average, receive ten calls a month regarding horses in desperate and life-threatening situations. A gift of land would allow us to rescue and care for the multitudes of horses in our community who are so desperately in need. Signature Event (s): Horse Protection is now proudly offering their Spirt Walk Program. This program unites a rescued miniature horse with a participant for a walk on a beautiful lane on Horse Protection’s property. This memorable and special experience is a walk of renewal and healing and is one of introspection. Choose to walk with one of the miracle minis: Faith, Hope, Love, Courage, Fortitude or Peace. Visit our website to see these beautiful souls and to learn more at HPAF.org/spirit-walk/

Marion Therapeutic Riding Association (MTRA)

6850 SE 41st Court, Ocala, FL 34480

352.732.7300 | www.mtraocala.org

Pam Morrison | execdirector@mtraocala.org

Mission Statement: MTRA strives to offer the miraculous benefits of therapeutic horseback riding and equine facilitated learning to persons of all ages and capabilities that are physically, mentally, or emotionally challenged.

Goal and Objective of 2023: Our goals are to improve infrastructure and retain additional staff to increase impact as the need for our services has increased by 70 %.

Signature Events: Volunteer Fair January 7th, Hearts and Horses 40th Anniversary Gala February 4th CF Vintage Farm Cocktails, Dinner and Dancing a celebration of 40 years serving the community. 7th Annual Golf Tournament March 6-7 Country Club of Ocala. Veterans Trail Ride in Ocala for PTSD Awareness in October date TBD, So Spooky Halloween drive- thru October 31st, Annual Holiday Market December 2nd, Multiple Car Shows dates TBD.

Faith-Based

Crossroads Alliance and Ministries

P.O. Box 1000, Silver Springs, FL 34480 352.209.8777 | www.crossroadsam.org

Email: info@crossroadsam.org

Mission Statement: Crossroads Alliance & Ministries is committed to changing lives through compassion for people in need. We accomplish this goal by life-sustaining food, water, and Christian spirituality. Crossroads Alliance & Ministries is a faith-based, non-profit organization empowering individuals, churches, and organizations to positively impact people’s lives in need with essentials such as water, food, and medical supplies. Please consider giving to https://www.crossroadsam.org/donate/

Faith Family Camp

352-239-2425 | www.faithfamilycamp.org

FB.com/FaithFamilyCamp

President Eugene F Harper, III bharperiii@faithfamilycamp.org

Mission Statement: Providing an environment where families can gather together affordably and receive encouragement and instruction on how to function together successfully, all while connecting with each other, strengthening their relationships, understanding their roles in the family, and learning about the Creator of the family and rightful Builder of the house.

2023 Goal and Objective: Launch 2023 Create community awareness and support to obtain facilities to Launch!

Signature Events Family Fun Day - Launch 2023 Kick-Off Event - Details & Registration on website and FB page

Faithfully Guided Health Center

40 SW First Ave., Ocala, FL, 34471 352.512.0631 | fghealthcenter.com

Ashlee Seek and Jamie Schofield contact@faithfullyguided.com

Mission Statement: Guide you to abundant life. Goal and Objective of 2023: To help make Marion County the healthiest place to live.

FLIP FLOP Support Groups, Inc.

1629 NW Fourth St., Ocala, FL 34475 352.361.1206 | www.flipflopsg1.com

Mission Statement: Realigning the effects of incarceration on individuals and their families. Goal and objective of 2023: Continue to assist the families of incarcerated and grow our annual Angel Tree network program.

Frank DeLuca YMCA Family Center

3200 SE 17th St., Ocala, FL 34471 352.368.9622 www.ymcacentralflorida.com/y-locations/ frank-deluca

Kelli Garcia | kgarcia@cfymca.org

Mission Statement: Our mission at the Frank DeLuca YMCA is to put Christian principles into practice through programs that build health, spirit, mind, and body for all.

Goal and objective of 2023: We believe everyone deserves the YMCA. That’s why we offer financial assistance to individuals and families. In 2022, our goal is to raise $250,000 so that we can continue to support our neighbors in need.

Harvest International, Inc.

3711 NE 42nd Lane, Ocala, FL 34479

352.622.1818 | harvestinternational.org

Director, Danny Thomas | danny@harvestinternational.org

Pam Barrett | pam@harvestinternational.org

Mission Statement: Physically and spiritually touching lives. Goal and objective of 2023: To continue to provide support for the 14 families serving in 10 countries and our “Buckets of Love”Hurricane Relief are for overseas hurricane relief and sending “Coolers of Compassion” to U.S. hurricane relief.

Interfaith Emergency Services, Inc.

435 NW Second St., Ocala FL 34475 352.629.8868 | www.iesmarion.org

Sonya Tyler | sonya@IESmarion.org

Mission Statement: Interfaith Emergency Services is a community of faith, called by God to offer emergency assistance without judgment to all persons in Marion County. Goal and Objective of 2023: Enhance our programs for serving individuals and families so that they become and/ or remain stably housed, while we continue to provide for those who struggle to have their basic needs.

Love INC of the Heart of Florida

15797 S. US Highway 441, Summerfield, FL 34491

352.245.8774 | www.loveincheartofflorida.org

Mission Statement: To mobilize local churches to transform lives and communities in the name of Christ.

Goal and Objective of 2023: Our goal is to expand our life skills program, Journey.

My Life Counsel

24 NE 14th Ave., Ocala, Fl. 34470

352.362.3671 | www.mylifecounsel.com

Founder and Executive Director, Scott Inman, M.A., contact@mylifecounsel.com

Mission Statement: Our mission is to renew faith, hope, and intentionality in individuals, marriages and families.

Pay It Forward Outreach Corp

2203 SE 28 Place, Ocala, FL 34471

352.620.8545 | www.payitforwardoutreach.com

Bonnie Vitale | Bonnie.vitale@payitforwardoutreach.com

Mission Statement: To empower the family unit through educational growth and emotional support so the family will gain stability and self-worth through the Gospel. Goal and Objective of 2023: Our goal this year is to obtain a larger facility, around 10,000 square-feet. With 3,000 square-foot for conference and media rooms, we can expand our educational health and financial teaching programs. We believe education is the next step to freedom and breaking the generational assistance given through the government. Sustainable living not only through a sustainable and secure home but also through education.

Redeemer Christian School

155 SW 87th Place, Ocala, FL 34476 352.854.2999 | www.redeemerlions.com

Office Manager, Lisa Villella lisa.villella@redeemerlions.com

Mission Statement: Our mission is to serve students through a rigorous, biblically integrated program of instruction, educating them to live in a community with grace and excellence.

Unlimited Discipleship Ministries, Inc.

4560 SE 120th St., Belleview, FL 34420

352.427.8607 | www.udministries.org

Mike and Wendy Behar | info@udministries.org

Mission Statement: Our mission is to assist men and women in the preparation, restoration, and growth in their marriage.