Friends of SoZo Kids, Inc.

Join Us for Public Informational Meeting

Date: Friday, October 18th
Time: 1:30 PM
Location: Rohan Recreation Center

We are excited to welcome Pastor Dave Houck as our special speaker. Raised in the Ocala National Forest and having overcome generational poverty, Pastor Houck has dedicated his life to helping others. He founded The Help Agency 30 years ago and initiated the “SoZo Kids” program, which means “to rescue the children” from abject poverty.

This meeting will provide an opportunity to learn about the various programs offered by SoZo Kids and discover how your passions, hobbies, skills, or experiences can make a difference in the lives of children in the Ocala National Forest.

Help Us Double Our Impact for holiday meals

🎄✨ Join Us in Spreading Holiday Cheer for the sozo Kids and Families

This holiday season, you have the power to make a lasting difference for SoZo Kids families. An anonymous donor has generously offered to match every donation—dollar for dollar—up to $10,000!

We’re expanding our Holiday Meals program to reach even more families, by providing family style meals with the sides to some of the SoZo Kids families. This effort is in addition to the Thanksgiving turkeys and Christmas hams we already provide.

Your donation will go twice as far in helping us provide meals, bring comfort, and make this season unforgettable for SoZo Kids families. Together, we can expand the number of meals provided this holiday season to reach even more families than ever before.

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Golf Tournament

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We have exciting news to share. The Men's Christian Study Group of The Villages is organizing a golf tournament to raise money for the SoZo Kids Holiday and After-School Programs.

Date: October 19, 2024
Time: 8:00 am Shotgun Scramble
Place: Baseline Golf Course

After School Programs

At Friends of SoZo Kids, we're on a mission to make a difference in the lives of elementary-age children who need us the most. From September through December, we're providing nourishing dinners and after-school support to kids participating in two critical After-School Programs. But we can't do it alone—we need your help

provide a dinner meal

Meals Volunteer: The children we serve attend Marion County Schools and live in poverty. While they receive free breakfast and lunch at school, they often face hunger at dinnertime. You can change that. By providing a kid-friendly dinner meal for 30-40 children on a Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday, you'll be ensuring they go to bed with a full stomach. Whether you're an individual, part of a club, village, or church group, your contribution will make a world of difference.

Kitchen Volunteer: Want to see the smiles on the children’s faces as they receive their meal? Join us as a kitchen volunteer! You’ll help set out the prepared food, serve the children, and clean up afterward. It’s a small commitment with a big impact.

Classroom Volunteer: Do you love working with kids? Here’s your chance to make a real difference. Interact with the children during indoor activities like arts and crafts, games, and learning centers, or join them in outdoor play. We’d love for you to share your unique talents and experiences—whether it's singing, playing a musical instrument, or even performing magic tricks!

Your participation can change a child's life. Whether you can provide a meal, serve in the kitchen, or share your talents in the classroom, your contribution will have a lasting impact. Take action today and be the reason a child smiles tomorrow.

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"Be Part of the Solution"