Episcopal Children's Services, Inc.

Q: Did you know the The Florida Lottery has contributed over $7 billion to Florida Bright Futures, helping countless students achieve their dreams? Today, they joined us to connect with parents and share their passion for education. It served as a great reminder that it’s never too early to start planning for your child’s future!

#ECS4Kids participated in National Philanthropy Day last week, presented by The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida. We were honored to have the opportunity thank our partner, PNC for their countless hours of dedication and tireless commitment to our organization. Thank you, PNC! Karen Feagins | Kelley Matthews | Todd Gore

Open communication and transparency create a stronger, more connected company culture. Studies show that 87% of employees who feel informed are more engaged and dedicated to their organization’s mission. CEO Conversations, our company-wide town hall, brings our entire ECS Family together as Dr. Natalya Bannister Roby, our President & CEO, and the executive leadership team share updates and host a live Q&A with all staff.

We’re so grateful to ECS4Kids Children’s Champion Julia “JuJu” Taylor and her husband John for hosting a memorable Coffee & Conversation with our President & CEO, Dr. Natalya Bannister Roby. An intimate gathering of friends and neighbors joined us in the Taylors’ home to hear more about our programs and the positive change we’re creating together for children and families. Thank you, JuJu and John, for your incredible support and for helping us share our mission with others who want to make a difference!

“Any book that helps a child to form a habit of reading, to make reading one of his deep and continuing needs, is good for him.” – Maya Angelou At ECS4Kids, we place a strong emphasis on literacy because we believe in teaching children the joy of reading in a way that’s fun for the entire family! Thank you to our sponsors and celebrity readers for making this year’s Wild Reading Safari unforgettable—and for helping us reach a record-breaking 700+ registrations! Sponsors: The Florida Lottery Seacoast Bank Humana #StanAndMarthaHanson #KarynAndKevinCarroll Publix Super Markets Kaplan Early Learning Company #ReadUSA Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens Celebrity Readers: Dr. Natalya Bannister Roby, Isaiah Oliver, #CharlesWilliams (Jacksonville Icemen) Aaron Beasley (Jacksonville Jaguars) & Melissa Ross.

“At ECS4Kids, we’ve seen a tremendous increase in domestic violence reports and almost always, it’s one of our sweet babies who reports that this is happening in their home.” Dr. Natalya Bannister Roby Keynote Our President & CEO, Dr. Roby, recently served as the keynote speaker for the Women's Giving Alliance's Annual Meeting, where they introduced their crucial new focus area addressing violence against women and girls: preventing, surviving, thriving. With 1 in 3 women nationwide experiencing violence in their lifetime, this issue affects not only individuals but entire communities, including the families ECS4Kids serves. Dr. Roby, whose extensive research on trauma, was honored to address this pressing issue. Her talk, ‘Rise and Thrive: Transforming Trauma into Triumph,’ inspired us all, highlighting the power of resilience and post-traumatic growth in building a community that stands united against violence.” Head Start programs play a key and valuable role in families' lives. Program staff are in a unique position to support families and children experiencing domestic violence.

Heartfelt thanks to the Women's Giving Alliance for inviting Dr. Natalya Bannister Roby to be the keynote speaker at this year’s annual meeting. It was an honor to join such inspiring changemakers committed to community empowerment! Special appreciation to the The Community Foundation for Northeast Florida for making moments like this possible. Together, we’re shaping brighter futures!

We had the incredible honor of holding a ribbon-cutting ceremony for our newest administrative building, a significant step that will help us expand our services and strengthen our presence in Alachua County! A huge thank you to the Greater Gainesville Chamber of Commerce and the City of Gainesville for their unwavering support as we continue to build a brighter future for our community and to WCJB TV20 News for naming us as one of their official community partners. We extend our deepest gratitude to Dr. Natalya Bannister Roby for her visionary leadership, which has made this milestone possible and continues to inspire us to push boundaries for our community. Click here to see more: https://lnkd.in/gTwHTcNB

New look, same mission! ECS4Kids is proud to unveil our refreshed brand as we continue empowering families and communities. Visit ecs4kids.org to learn more!

Listen as Dr. Natalya Bannister Roby, our President & CEO, shares how ECS is transforming the lives of underserved children in Northeast Florida by offering vital resources and early learning programs, paving the way for a brighter future. Thank you for helping us share our story, Melanie Lawson & WJXT- News4Jax. https://lnkd.in/ePkrVAYV