The (FDOT) has a group called the Florida Commission for the Transportation Disadvantaged. They help those who need to get good and affordable transportation. This service is available in all 67 counties. To use it, you need to meet certain requirements. For more information visit their website.
Office Location:
3185 S Blair Stone Rd
Tallahassee, FL 32301
Make a Wish is a nonprofit organization. They grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions. They serve 45 counties in Central and North Florida. Anyone may refer a child for a wish. Donations are always welcome. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Toll Free: 1.888.874.9474
This agency offers the (VPK) Voluntary Prekindergarten program. This program is for Florida children who are four years old. Offers services for students with special needs as well. Please call or visit the website for more information.
The Division of Early Learning is called DEL for short. It is a division of the Florida Department of Education. This division works to provide early learning services for children.
Programs Include:
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay provides mentoring programs for children. They offer a Site-Based Program, or a Community Based Program. Volunteers will meet with their "Little Brother" or "Little Sister" at a near-by school or after-school site. Outings can range from going for a walk, working on arts and crafts, or watching a sporting event. The agency provides free or reduced-priced tickets to various events in the community. Please call 813.759.3600 or visit website for more information.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay is a nonprofit. They work to create and support mentoring relationships. These are one-on-one and help the children achieve their full potential. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Child Find helps find young children who might qualify for help under the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA). Please call or check the website to learn more.
Child Find provides:
Diagnostic screening
Placement coordination
Training
Support to parents
The Emergency Home Energy Assistance for the Elderly Program is known as EHEAP for short. It is offered by the Department of Elder Affairs which helps low-income households with at least one person age 60 and older. The help is for emergency energy related costs during the year. The payments are made directly to the vendor. Or by a two-party check to the vendor and client. Please call or visit the website to learn more.