For more than 20 years, FamiliesFirst Network has served children who have been abused or neglected in Northwest Florida. Each year:
Our team members share our mission of “helping people” every day. Some of their stories are below.
All interview requests must be made through our Marketing and Communications department. For assistance, please call 850-503-8164.
Brian Coleman has been named FamiliesFirst Network’s Team Member of the Quarter! Brian serves as young adult services child welfare case manager. Brian has gone above and beyond by helping young adults aging out of foster care personalize and furnish their homes, even going to estate sales, yard sales and furniture stores, while advocating for […]
Bree Padgett has been selected to serve as FamiliesFirst Network’s team manager for judicial case management in Okaloosa and Walton Counties. Bree brings more than 10 years of dedicated child welfare experience to her role. She joined FamiliesFirst Network in 2015 as a family services counselor, now known as a child welfare case manager. In […]
Legacy of giving For seven decades, Jewelers Trade Shop has been a trusted name in the Pensacola community—known not just for fine craftsmanship and beautiful jewelry, but for a commitment to giving back. Since opening its doors in 1956, the family-owned business has woven philanthropy into its identity, Today, Jewelers Trade Shop’s generosity continues to […]
Get ready for the FamiliesFirst Network Spring Fling! This free, family-friendly event is packed with fun. Enjoy exciting Easter egg hunts, crafts, games and food. Easter Egg Hunt Schedule: Don’t forget to bring your own baskets. Happy Easter from FamiliesFirst Network! Want to donate in support of events like these? Give a gift online
For three decades, Lynn Hare has been an essential part of our organization’s story. As the project manager in the Marketing Department, Lynn has become known not only for her professionalism and creativity, but also for the warmth, compassion, and genuine care she brings to every interaction across our family of companies. “I’ve been with […]
We are proud to report that all operations will resume as normal on Monday, Jan. 27. A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated team members across all departments who stepped up to provide continuous coverage for those we serve. From maintaining critical operations to offering assistance for those in need, our culture of compassion, teamwork […]
FamiliesFirst Network President Cory Borcherding, Young Adult Services Manager Melody Kohr, and one of our young adults, Olivia, were recently featured on WSRE’s “InStudio: Foster Care” – a special panel discussion about foster care in our community. We’re so proud of Olivia for sharing her story, and we’re thrilled with the success she’s achieved in […]
Pensacola, Fla. (December 20, 2022) – From Escambia to Walton County FamiliesFirst Network has worked to ensure vulnerable children in the welfare system experience the magic of Christmas. Thanks to generous donors, the Operation Santa program provided gifts to more than 1,400 children. Organized through FamiliesFirst Network, a LifeView Group affiliate, Operation Santa is an annual […]
Pensacola, Fla. (Oct. 5, 2022) – Lakeview Center establishes a new parent company name and brand. It’s a milestone on the organization’s journey as an independent nonprofit. It’s been one year since separating from Baptist Health Care after a 25-year affiliation. Team members embraced this opportunity to better explain the breadth of services they provide. […]
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