Success Stories

Literacy Services of Indian River County VICTOR

After moving to Fellsmere from Costa Rica, Victor signed up for an English tutor with Literacy Services. In fall 2020, he began working with Dom and was provided with a tablet and Wi-Fi hot spot to use for his studies. Dom and Victor met just about every week, and Victor used online learning software. He also joined a virtual conversation club.

While learning English, Victor also studied for and earned his GED certificate. He then set his sights on the apprenticeship program at Piper Aircraft, working with Dom to prepare a resume and practice his job interview skills.

In April 2021, Victor was named Literacy Services’ Student of the Year, and in June he was accepted into Piper’s apprenticeship program, which will allow him to further his education while gaining valuable work experience.

Through hard work and wise use of available resources, Victor is now thriving in his new community.

Human Services

AMERICAN RED CROSS

561-307-2929

MISSION: To prevent and alleviate human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors

MAIN EVENT: International Red Cross Ball, March 2022

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Disaster relief efforts, board members, instructors, caseworkers and logistics

Founded: 1881

CAMP HAVEN INC. 772-999-3625 camphaven.net

MISSION: To rebuild the lives of homeless men in Indian River County by providing temporary residency along with employment, psychological and personal counseling

MAIN EVENT: Diamonds in the Rough Gala at Bent Pine, Jan. 27, 2022

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Teach a class to our residents, provide clerical support, perform facilities maintenance projects

Founded: 2012

CAREER SOURCE RESEARCH COAST

866-482-4473 careersourcerc.com

MISSION: To provide opportunities and improve lives; our vision is to be the catalyst empowering our communities towards economic success

MAIN EVENT: Job fairs on a regular basis

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Board membership, committee membership

Founded: 1985

KRISTINA CONN FOUNDATION 772-202-2107 mykcf.org

MISSION: To assist families who experience life challenges due to sudden and or unexpected crisis and to reassure them there is always love and hope

MAIN EVENT: October–December Christmas Family Gift Event, website family fundraising (ongoing)

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Help with fundraising events, committee volunteers, gift wrapping and gift distribution volunteers, marketing and administrative assistance

Founded: 2016

LIFEBUILDERS OF THE TREASURE COAST INC.

772-337-5691 lifebuilderstc.com

MISSION: To reduce crime and recidivism and assist low-income individuals who come in contact with Treasure Coast courts as a consequence of criminal behavior or a dependency action

MAIN EVENT: 8th annual Golf Tournament and Par-Tee, Oct. 1 and 3, 2021

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:

Annual fundraising event, application processing, client communications and office support

Founded: 2009

LITERACY SERVICES OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY

772-778-2223 literacyservicesirc.org

MISSION: To provide quality literacy tutoring to local adults so they and their families can better contribute to the community through improved literacy skills

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Tutoring, office support, serving on committees

Founded: 1971