Looking to give to a local charity this Christmas? These organizations are worth a look.
UNITY IN THE COMMUNITY
One of Plant City’s most active charity organizations, Unity in the Community is perhaps best-known for its annual car raffle at the Florida Strawberry Festival.
Behind the scenes, Unity is a machine powered by many parts. The volunteer-run group donates money to groups and people in Plant City that need help getting food, clothes, employment, medical treatment and more.
WEBSITE: UnityInPlantCity.org
CONTACT: UnityInPlantCity@aol.com
LILY BLOSSOMS FOUNDATION
Many children have a hard time getting clothes, shoes and other basic needs during the holiday season. That’s why the Lily Blossoms Foundation is here to help.
The foundation, which has been active since 2012, earned nonprofit status in July. Founder Nicole Kaczmarek and volunteers collect clothing items and toys throughout the year and, after a “wrapping party,” sends Angel Trees to kids during the holidays.
WEBSITE: LilyBlossoms.org
CONTACT: Info@LilyBlossoms.org
PEOPLE’S LIFE INSTITUTE
People’s Life Institute is a recently-inducted member of the Greater Plant City Chamber of Commerce.
The institute, which is part of the Shiloh Baptist Association, is a nonprofit focused on helping families in need create short-term plans to get food and clothing, as well as long-term plans to prevent future hardships.
The organization’s Plant City location is at Johnson Road Community Church, 103 Johnson Road.
WEBSITE: PLI.PublishPath.com
CONTACT: (813) 468-0133
EAGLE’S NEST COALITION
Plant City-area homeless people have a safe haven at the Eagle’s Nest Coalition.
The nonprofit, which provides some housing, also helps homeless people find employment and stay away from drugs. Those who enter the program must abide by a code of honor, but will be taken care of by founder Daphne Jones and her staff.
Jones also created the Eagle’s Nest Thrift Shop, a for-profit business that Jones one day hopes to use to help fund the coalition.
WEBSITE: EaglesNestCoalition.com
CONTACT: TheEaglesNestCoalition@gmail.com
