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The Benevolence Ministry - Christian Care Center

The Christian Care Center operates the Benevolence Center. It provides food, clothing, and household items for free. The program is designed to supply families with 5 days of food. It also provides 8 pieces of clothing per family member each month. You can also make an appointment with a counselor once a month. They can help find out your current needs. They may also make referrals for needs that the center cannot give. Please call 352.787.5289 or go to the website to learn more.

Christian Care Center

Christian Care Center is a not-for-profit corporation. It was founded by the membership of First Baptist Church of Leesburg, Florida. The church owns all of the property and the buildings which the CCC operates as a separate corporation. The ties between the church and the CCC are strong. Every member of the church is also a member of the CCC’s corporation, but the CCC is a distinct legal entity. They provide many services to those in need within the community. You do not have to be a member of the church to receive services.

  • Community Medical Care Center
  • Pregnancy & Family Care Center
  • The Benevolence Ministry
  • The Children’s Shelter
  • The Men’s Residence
  • The Samaritan Inn
  • The Women’s Care Center

You Thrive Florida

This group is a nonprofit. They are a midsize community action agency. The mission of the group is to reduce poverty. It is also to help low-income individuals and families become fully self-sufficient. This work is done with the community.

Medical & Dental Clinics - Catholic Charities of Central Florida

This charity has medical and dental clinics. They give free healthcare services for eligible families and people in need. All of them provide adult primary care. Only some have care for children. They can also connect you to low-cost options for other kinds of care. Please call 407.658.1818 or go to the website to learn more and to see if you qualify.

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The Able Trust

This group is a public charity. They work to promote employment opportunities for persons with disabilities in Florida. The group focuses on research and outreach. As well as capacity building. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Southern Legal Counsel, Inc.

A not-for-profit public interest law firm. Operates statewide through Florida. They are committed to the ideas of equal justice and basic human and civil rights for all. Mainly helps individuals and groups with public interest issues who would not otherwise have access to the justice system. And whose cases might bring about systemic reform. Please call or visit the website for more information.