The Homeless Family Center provides Emergency and Transitional Shelter for Homeless Families from Indian River, St. Lucie, Martin, and Okeechobee Counties. Our 4th Street facility can accommodate seven families in the Emergency Shelter and twelve families in the Transitional Shelter which translates into a total of 72 individuals that we may house on any given day. We are more than just a roof overhead as we partner with a dedicated group of individuals to provide services for our clients such as children's programs, employment training, and mental health counseling.
Our Mission is to provide opportunities for homeless families to end homelessness by achieving self-sufficiency through education, living wages, and permanent housing.
January 25, 2010 was the qualifying event for Vero's Top Chef Challenge...slice, dice, and spice.
CONGRATULATIONS TO THE TOP 5 CHEFS:
Nick Bradbury, Quail Valley River Club
Michele Hennessey, River Grille
Andrew Keller, The Club at Pointe West
Raymond Mumford, Costa d'Este
Neil Williams, Lakes at Pointe West
Our tickets sales are really COOKING! We strongly recommend you contact the office directly for ticket information and orders at 772.567.5537.
- On February 22, 2010 the top five chefs from the qualifying event will compete for prizes and gifts. This event promises to be full of fun, entertainment, and many surprises!
2010 VERO'S TOP CHEF CHALLENGE:
Quail Valley River Club - 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM - Cocktail Attire
$175 per person (limited tickets available)
Attendees will participate in a five course meal featuring a specialty dish from each chef. Attendees along with the five professional judges will select the 2010 Vero's Top Chef.
During the evening, the winning raffle ticket will be pulled for this original “Beach Garden” acrylic painting generously donated by Teryl Townsend Viner A.W.S. Valued at $7,500, sized at 36x24, this one of a kind masterpiece would truly be a valued asset in your home. Suggested minimum donation for one ticket is $25 or 5 tickets for $100. Winner need not be present. Call 772.567.5537 for the opportunity to own this work of art!
HOMELESS FAMILY CENTER RECEIVES THE UNITED WAY
IRC 2009 AGENCY EXCELLENCE AWARD
Board members Adam Bolinger, Liza Mayo, Executive Director Julia Keenan, and Board Member Tom Tierney accept the 2009 Agency Excellence Award for the Homeless Family Center from United Way Board Chair Michael Kmetz at the 2009 Community Leaders Breakfast & Spirit of Indian River County Awards Program.
The Agency Excellence Award is presented to an agency who demonstrates excellence in achieving measurable results and who has made an impact on the community in their reach and in their vision.
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