Group of women and small children

This spring the children in the afterschool program took part in many fun and unique experiences. They planted vegetables and flowers at the Gail Baker and Jordan Park Community Centers. They learned about the significance of pollinators and how bees are critical for our food source. The children loved seeing plants grow from tiny seeds.

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Young woman standing in front of UNF display boards

Our college preparatory program known as Prep Club completed another successful year. Seven Scheidel Scholars will be attending the University of North Florida or Florida State College of Jacksonville with one of them hoping to enroll at UNF after completing boot camp. Another program graduate is going straight to a career in the military. Prep Club members are awarded for attendance and academic performance.

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Students sitting at table on campus

At Beaches Habitat for Humanity we believe having a safe and affordable place to live is one key part of a bigger picture. That’s why we’ve teamed up with the…

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Open book on stack with magic lights

The staff of Beaches Habitat’s education program is excited to share some updates for the new year. Thank You, Queen’s Harbor Book Club Welcome Teachers CAP Kids Workshop Afterschool Volunteers…

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Education Corner Fall Updates

In This Update: Mayor’s Youth at Work Project: Amari Lombel Bright Futures Volunteer, Elise Vargas Gardening Help from the Exchange Club Hot Meals for After School Students Arts Workshops from…

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3 young women holding laptops in front of Beaches Habitat sign

Did you know that Beaches Habitat for Humanity’s program offers benefits beyond homeownership? Thanks to a partnership with the Scheidel Foundation, homeowners and their children are eligible for college scholarships…

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Illustrations of school supplies on colorful background

It’s Back to School time, and the Education Program staff at Beaches Habitat for Humanity is excited to kick off the new school year! In just a few short weeks,…

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Kelly Johnson Master Gardener, Author, and Educator; thank you for leading our children through a fantastic gardening program at both Jordan and Baker Centers Walker Allen President/CEO of Specialty Freight…

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Little girl on the floor with book

Thank you, Beaches Community Fund Habitat families with young children can get a special treat this fall, thanks to a grant from the Beaches Community Fund at The Community Foundation…

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Composite image of school supplies on desk

Things in the Education Department look very different this year because of COVID-19! Although we are not offering the same breadth of programming while students are still social distancing, there…

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