Bridging the Church to children in need.
Working together. Making progress. Changing futures.
Families and vulnerable children need our help.
The government is welcoming our help.
Jesus commands us to help.
It’s a big problem with a common thread…
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75%
of people incarcerated
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60%
of human trafficking victims
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50%
of homeless individuals
…all spent time in the child welfare system
It’s a local problem in your community…
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3
new children in Tampa Bay enter the system every day
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#1
Tampa Bay has the highest number of children in Florida’s child welfare system
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2,743+
children currently in the system in Tampa Bay
…they’re within walking distance of your church
Check out our short video below to learn more about our collaborative solution to the foster care crisis and how you can join us.
You can’t do it all. You don’t have to.
Each church plays their part.
Strengthening the Community Around Every Child
Florida 1.27 strengthens the community around vulnerable children and families in three important ways: equipping churches to serve, strengthening families, and partnering with the child welfare community.
Mobilize the Church
Help churches move from wanting to help to knowing how to help.
Churches have people who care deeply about vulnerable children and families. Florida 1.27 provides practical pathways, tools, coaching, and opportunities that equip churches and volunteers to serve in meaningful and sustainable ways.
Strengthen Families
Surround families with connection, practical support, and hope.
Caring for a child who has experienced trauma, loss, or adversity can feel overwhelming - and sometimes lonely. Through TBRI® training, Family Nurture Groups, and other supports, Florida 1.27 helps families build stronger relationships, greater confidence, and lasting connection.
Strengthen the Child Welfare Community
Bring churches, families, professionals, and community partners together.
Children and families are better supported when the community works together. Florida 1.27 partners churches with child welfare organizations to equip caregivers and strengthen the network of support surrounding vulnerable children and families.
The Model is working in Tampa Bay.
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90%
of supported foster families continue after one year
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40+
church partners over the last 10+ years
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46%
decrease in children in foster care since 2019