Charities We Support
For the 8th Annual Davidson Cares Clay Day on October 19, 2023, we are thrilled to lend support to St. Augustine Youth Services (SAYS), Investing in Kids! (INK!), Builders Care, Port in the Storm Homeless Youth Center, Hope is Restored and Homes for HOPE.
St. Augustine Youth Services (SAYS) is dedicated to providing a safe, therapeutic environment for boys between 6 and 18 from throughout Florida who have suffered the damaging effects of abuse and neglect. SAYS works to rebuild their lives to help them grow into capable, independent adults. Learn more
Investing in Kids! (INK!) provides innovative programs and classroom resources to promote the academic success of all local public school students. Programs sponsored by INK!, formerly the St. Johns County Education Foundation, include FLY (Five Learning Years) and Take Stock in Children. Learn more
Builders Care launched in 2001 to address the housing issues of Northeast Florida’s seniors, low income residents, veterans and disabled individuals. The faith-based non-profit organization handles wide-ranging projects from handicap accessibility to water intrusion and roof repairs. Builders Care serves as the charitable arm of the Northeast Florida Builders Association (NEFBA). Learn more
Port in the Storm Homeless Youth Center is a safe place where our young people can find support in time of crisis. It is the only shelter providing services for all homeless youth of St. Johns County. The program features safe shelter, life skills training to prepare youth for adulthood, access to medical/ mental health services and education/training options, and a safe caring environment providing the structure and stability needed to build a positive future. It is a “port in the storm of life” for kids with no one who cares and nowhere to go. Port in the Storm was established in 2019 through the generosity of the local community. The program serves nearly 100 youth through day program and shelter annually. Learn more
Five Star Veterans Center is a nonprofit founded in March 2012 to assist veterans in need. We have a specific focus on veterans aged 22 - 55 suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Traumatic Brain Injuries, Depression, Anxiety and other related mental health issues. The common goal for each veteran is re-integration into society. Today, 31 residents live at Five Star and participate in programs to help them get back on their feet and reenter the workforce. The Center continues to assist veterans, recently expanding services to include on-site mental health counseling. Learn More
Homes for HOPE is a non-profit organization that partners with home builders and suppliers to build homes and raise funds to help eradicate world poverty. Learn more
