News & Notes

Throughout November, communities in Orange, Osceola and Seminole counties will host events where residents can receive free turkeys or Thanksgiving meals. These giveaways provide an opportunity for families to enjoy a festive meal. Be sure to check the calendar for specific dates and locations so you don’t miss out on this generous offering: Saturday, November […]

Due to the government shutdown, SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits might be temporarily paused, reduced, or delayed. We understand that this situation could cause concern or hardship for many families. Below is a list of community resources available to individuals or families affected by this situation. Please contact the following resources for assistance. Here […]

Head Start focuses on a young child’s growth and development, dedicating itself to strengthening the future of families, children, and their communities. Children thrive through participation in Community Coordinated Care for Children’s Head Start programs, families are empowered to chase their dreams, and communities gain from a stronger foundation that creates more opportunities for success. […]

Community Coordinated Care for Children, Inc. (4C) Head Start program announces the second year of Pages to Possibilities, a community-driven initiative that brings the power of books and learning directly to children and families. This year, we are expanding our reach and impact, and we’d love for you to be a part of it! The […]

Community Coordinated Care for Children’s directly operated Head Start Preschool and Early Head Start sites have earned accreditation from three regional accrediting bodies through Cognia. The accreditation applies to five sites: Cognia Accreditation is a respected mark of quality worldwide, recognized in more than 90 countries. For more than a century, schools have invited Cognia […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Members of the community participated in the 4C Head Start/Early Head Start “Pages to Possibilities” event recently. They went into classrooms and read to children as part of Literacy Week at the 4C Ferguson Early Head Start Center in Orlando. Readers from the community included:

Community Coordinated Care for Children, Inc. (4C) was one of 56 non-profit groups to be approved by the City of Orlando for Community Investment Program funding. The city awards approximately $3 million in Community Investment Program grant funds to non-profit organizations. Thank you City of Orlando for your long-standing support of 4C, the investment in […]