Support children and families in need
FamiliesFirst Network provides child protective services and case management in Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, and Walton counties.
Because of support from our donors, children who have experienced abuse or neglect to know safety and stability. FamiliesFirst Network is a non-profit 501c3 organization, operating with support from our community. See our annual report for the impact your gift can make.
Here are a few ways you can get involved:
- Give to FamiliesFirst Network – on a one-time or monthly basis. Your support helps us improve facilities so the children in our care can be as comfortable as possible during a scary and challenging time, as well as provide vital resources like clothing, toiletries and school supplies to families in need.
- Send items for children coming into foster care – available on our Amazon Wish List. Your gifts ship directly to our case managers, who distribute to the children in need.
- Sign-up for our e-newsletter or follow us on Facebook, Instagram or LinkedIn to hear stories of how we’re helping our community.
Operation Santa
The generosity of our donors helps bring the magic of Christmas by fulfilling the holiday wishes of children who have experienced abuse or neglect.
How your gift helps
Essentials for families
The day-to-day needs of families include essentials like and diapers and car seats. This wraparound support helps meet the needs of families – from preventing cases of child neglect to arming new foster parents with needed supplies to helping a young adult transitioning out of foster care.
Improving visitation experience
When children are removed from their biological homes due to abuse or neglect, safely reunifying those children with their family is always the initial goal. Children in foster care visit their biological parents regularly at a FamiliesFirst Network office. By improving our facilities, we can make the children and parents we serve more comfortable, growing their bond and helping them along their journey towards reunification.
Group homes
Teens in foster care with specialized needs find support and care in our group homes, run by our team members with Lakeview Center. From helping with day-to-day needs – such as clothing, community outings and extracurricular activities to promote a sense of normalcy – to capital improvements providing a true home-away-from-home, your support has the power to show support for teens in foster care.
Making a difference across Northwest Florida
Reflects FamiliesFirst Network’s children, youth and parents served in FY24
Stories of impact
Amberlynn’s Journey: From Uncertainty to Empowerment
Amberlynn’s story is one of resilience, determination and inspiration. Originally from New York state, she grew up with her parents and younger brother. Throughout her childhood, her parents’ relationship was unstable—splitting and reconciling until they ultimately separated. Amberlynn relocated to Florida with her father, but his struggles with substance misuse led to a cycle of […]
Strengthening Connections: All-Staff Day 2025
On Tuesday, November 11, our team took a well-deserved break from the office to enjoy a day at the beautiful Island Resort in Fort Walton Beach for the All-Staff Conference. The day was filled with laughter, team bonding, and games that brought everyone closer together. This event was not only about having fun but also an opportunity to strengthen our relationships […]
FamiliesFirst Network Gathers Over 150 Professionals for All-Staff Day 2025
Pensacola, Fla. (Oct. 31, 2025)- On Tuesday, November 11, 2025, more than 150 FamiliesFirst Network professionals will gather for All-Staff Day, a time dedicated to fellowship, learning and continuing education centered on supporting abused and neglected children in Northwest Florida. In addition to creating opportunities to share ideas and collaborating on enhancing the services we provide, […]
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