Author: Scott Gunnerson

NCF Back to School Fair is for Orange County residents only Saturday, July 12, 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 19, 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, July 26, 9 a.m. to noon Saturday, August 2, 9 a.m. to noon Pre-registration is encouraged, click here.

Community Coordinated Care for Children is dedicated to building stronger communities and families. We believe every child deserves a bright and successful future. This newsletter is part of our mission to lead the community by providing high-quality services that improve the lives of children and families. Classroom C at the 4C Head Start Palm Plaza […]

To keep your child’s reading momentum going over the summer when they’re not in school, consider these rewarding reading programs: Barnes & NobleThe Barnes & Noble Summer Reading Program encourages kids to love reading. It’s popular among students in first to sixth grades and their teachers. Kids can earn free books by participating. They read […]

Community Coordinated Care for Children, Inc. (4C), a local non-profit organization committed to strengthening communities and families in Central Florida, announced Tuesday, May 14, 2025, that it has received proclamations from the City of Orlando as well as the Seminole County and Osceola County boards of county commissioners in recognition of the 60th anniversary of […]

Community Coordinated Care for Children is committed to strengthening our communities and families. It’s our belief that every child deserves a bright and successful future. We produce this newsletter as part of 4C’s mission to be a community leader by providing high-quality services that improve the lives of children and families. HEAD START Palm Plaza […]

The Orange County Financial Empowerment Center is now part of the Neighborhood Centers for Families. It offers free, one-on-one financial counseling and coaching to local residents at the Lila Mitchell-Ivey Lane NCF and Oak Ridge NCF locations. Trained counselors assist individuals and families with low to moderate incomes. They help manage finances, pay down debt, […]

Community Coordinated Care for Children is one of 32 organizations selected for a Heart of Florida United Way investment of more than $2 million to support vital programs in Orange, Osceola, and Seminole counties. It marks a key moment in Heart of Florida United Way’s 85-year legacy of service and shows the organization’s strong commitment […]

Families and children at the 4C Head Start Midway Child Development Center in Sanford, Florida, have begun for a joyful adventure. Together, they built a family garden. At the same time, the children from Midway Classroom A designed a colorful banner to decorate the garden. Head Start family gardens are where children and families grow […]

The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program has offered free basic federal income tax help for more than 50 years. It helps individuals earning $67,000 or less as well as people with disabilities and those who have limited English skills. Non-profit organizations run the program, and the IRS checks and certifies the volunteers. The organization […]

Florida KidCare is where health meets happiness. They tailor it for kids. The income-based, high-quality health insurance is a perfect fit for your family. Factors that determine premiums: your child’s age, family size, and adjusted gross annual income. For many, this means just $15 or $20 a month—covering all qualifying kids under one roof! Crafted […]

Make plans to attend the WUCF PBS KIDS Community Book Bash on Saturday, January 18, for a celebration of literacy and community. The free event at the Orlando Family Stage from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. will feature interactive story times with local authors, beloved PBS Kids character Clifford the Big Red Dog, and hands-on […]

The Marketplace Open Enrollment at HealthCare.gov runs from November 1 to January 15. Consumers who want health coverage starting January 1 should enroll in coverage by December 15. Consumers must enroll by January 15 to have coverage that starts on February 1. Otherwise, consumers will need to qualify for a Special Enrollment Period to enroll […]