First Coast of Jacksonville Civitan
MAKING AN IMPACT
Making a positive impact in our local community and around the world together.
1st Coast Jacksonville
ABOUT US
SPOTLIGHTS
CLUB INFO
EVENTS
RESOURCES
ABOUT CIVITAN
Our vision is to be a global community where people of all abilities and talents make the world a better place.
Civitan Changes Lives
Civitan is the only service organization dedicated to serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and through the Civitan International Research Center, we are helping find cures and develop treatments for autism, Rett syndrome, Down syndrome and many more brain-related disorders.
Civitans are Champions of Service
Civitan offers people of all ages the opportunity to selflessly serve their communities and make the world a better place. Whether building wheelchair ramps, developing inclusive playgrounds or fundraising for the Civitan International Research Center, we are a hands-on organization ready to roll up our sleeves to positively impact individuals in our communities.
Civitan Spans The Globe
Since the beginning, Civitans have united under a universal mission rooted in service. Spanning more than 20 nations in North America, Africa, Europe, Asia and the Pacific Islands, Civitan is truly a global organization dedicated to serving others.
SPOTLIGHTS
Civitan is making a difference in our local community through service projects. We meet monthly and have a variety of options for members to choose from that are making a difference in the lives of those around us.
Decorating Christmas Cookies with Alden Road Exceptional Students 12/2022
This is an annual event we look forward to each year. The students are so happy and we come away blessed every year seeing their smiles and hearing their giggles.
Easter Cups for Alden Road Exceptional Students
The club purchased cups, easter grass, chocolate bunnies, jelly beans & chocolate eggs for the cups. The members gathered and assembled 170 cups for the students so they would have them before their spring break.
Stamping Charity Event for One More Child
The club sponsored a card stamping event to raise funds to purchase & donate socks and undies for the foster children. We were able to make two deliveries.
Snack and Go for nurses and staff during Covid
The club purchased and assembled baskets full of snacks for the nurses, doctors and staff. With long hours and no time for breaks or lunch it helped the nurses and staff continue to help those with Covid. We placed encouraging statements on the items from FCC
CLUB INFO
Civitan is more than just a club. It is a a family of members making an impact around the globe everyday through service.
CHARTER DATE
2016
MEETINGS
6 PM Watson Realty Building, 2490 Monument Road
MEMBERS
22
CLUB EVENTS
23
APR
Quarter Auction for Autism
A quarter auction to raise funds for Autism during April Autism Awareness month. BBQ lunch from Bono’s and lots (40-50) raffle prizes that have been donated. A fun time, good food, fellowship and raising money for autism research
- Date: April 23, 2023
- Time: 1:00 – 4:00 pm
- Location: Holly Oaks Clubhouse, 11210 McCormick Road, Jacksonville, Florida
03
MAY
Ice Cream Social for Alden Road Teachers and Staff Appreciation
Members will provide ice cream and all the toppings for the teachers and staff during their lunch break. The teachers are so dedicated and compassionate with their students they deserve recognition and treat.
- Date: May 3, 2023
- Time: 11:00 – 1:00 pm
- Location: Alden Road Exceptional Student Center, 11780 Alden Road, Jacksonville, FL
17
MAY
Club Meeting
Monthly meeting for planning and business. We also draw the winning ticket for the $500 gift card. We sold tickets to raise money for students with I/DD to further their education.
- Date: May 17, 2023
- Time: 6:00 pm
- Location: Watson Realty Building, 2490 Monument Road, Jacksonville, FL
21
JUN
Fellowship, Food and Membership Recruitment
Every quarter we gather to have fun, fellowship and share a meal together
- Date: June 21,2023
- Time: 6:00 pm
- Location: Watson Realty Building, 2490 Monument Road
RESOURCES
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