Eckerd Kids

It’s been said that children don’t come with an instruction booklet. Perhaps that accounts for critical need for programs like Phoenix Homes operated by CARING for Children, a program of Eckerd.

The partnership will support at-risk youth and young adults by helping them obtain education, prepare for employment, and lead successful lives.

Program teaches children to stay away from drugs and alcohol and to celebrate personal successes.

Three Bike Distribution Events Planned for This Weekend in Tampa Bay

Although several organizations aim to help homeless families, a unique feature of this partnership is that rehousing is only the first step. The goal is to keep families from facing homelessness again.

Jingle Jangle Jam has become the signature annual fundraiser for Eckerd, a non-profit youth services organization headquartered in Clearwater that was founded by Jack and Ruth Eckerd in 1968.

The MacNeel children continue his Foster Angel legacy this Christmas season. Gifts donated by Tampa General Hospital (TGH) employees and others in the Tampa Bay area.

Infinity Headbands will donate a display filled with its interchangeable headband accessories to Eckerd Raising Hope, a program that serves foster care children in Tampa Bay. Co-founder Ashley Fox has a direct connection to the foster care system.

24-hour Bike Build Event Leads up to December 13th Winter Wonder Ride

Basketball players Jason Bryant and Jimmy Baxter with All Heart TC, are starting a new 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament to take place in St. Petersburg, FL. Proceeds to benefit foster care children through Eckerd Community Alternatives.