Mentors For Fatherless Children And Abused Families

The Eleventh Judicial Circuit Criminal Mental Health Project (CMHP), a court-based jail diversion program in Florida, was established to divert individuals that come into contact with the justice system. The data reports that many at-risk youth suffer from emotional distress or have un-treated/under-treated mental health illnesses and need crisis relief or supportive services help. Mentors of Fatherless Children & Homeless Families (MFCAF) has partnered with the Department of Juvenile Justice, Orange County Regional Juvenile Detention Center (i.e., serving Orange, Osceola, Seminole), and received a $7,000 grant to help turn "at-risk" youth into "at promise" assets. Our joint efforts are to divert their arrest and/or incarceration. Leo & Samara Robinson, co-founders of MFCAF, provide mentoring and immediate supportive service interventions/referrals that help at-risk youth, family abuse and homelessness. Services provided include individual or group counseling, group therapy, after school programming, tutoring, workforce preparation, arts instruction in music & filmmaking, as well as recreational activities.

Over the past two years, the Intervention Home has welcomed dozens of children who were once on the brink of despair. Here, they’ve found caring mentors who listen, advise, and inspire them to dream beyond their circumstances. We’ve seen grades improve, self-confidence soar, and most importantly, a reduction in neighborhood crime. The impact has been profound, not just for the kids, but for the entire community.

However, the house that has given so much is now in need of help. After two years of continuous use, the Intervention Home is showing signs of wear and tear. The walls that have heard countless stories of triumph and transformation are now in desperate need of repair. The kitchen, where meals have been shared and bonds formed, needs updating. The outdoor space, where kids have learned about teamwork and discipline, needs revitalization to continue serving as a safe environment for our youth.

We are turning to you, our community, for help. We need to raise $10,000 to renovate the Intervention Home so it can continue to be a beacon of hope for at-risk kids. These funds will go directly towards essential repairs and upgrades, including:

Repainting and repairing walls to create a warm, welcoming environment.

Upgrading the kitchen to provide a space for healthy meals and cooking lessons.

Renovating the outdoor space to ensure it remains a safe place for sports, gardening, and outdoor activities.

Replacing worn-out furniture and fixtures to maintain a comfortable, nurturing atmosphere.

Your support will ensure that the Intervention Home remains a safe, nurturing space where our kids can learn, grow, and thrive. Every donation, no matter the size, will bring us one step closer to our goal and will directly impact the lives of the children who rely on this haven.

Please join us in this mission to continue providing a safe place for at-risk kids in our community. Together, we can make sure that the Intervention Home remains a place of hope, healing, and transformation for years to come.

Thank you for your generosity and support.

Sincerely,

The Team at Mentors For Fatherless Children And Abused Families Corporation