The Miss Ocala and Miss Gainesville Scholarship Competition is a not-for-profit organization that receives no public or government funding, relying on contributions from generous members of the community and local business owners. Scholarships provide opportunities to talented and intelligent women right in our North Central Florida community. The Miss Ocala and Miss Gainesville Scholarship Competition are…
Located just five blocks from Ocala’s Historic Downtown Square in picturesque Tuscawilla Park, the Reilly Arts Center serves as Ocala’s home for the arts and live entertainment. Guided by its mission to connect people to music and the arts through performances, community engagement, and education, the Reilly has become a vibrant hub for creativity, culture,…
Mission: Solve the homeless pet problem in our community What began as a desire to help stem the tide of homeless pets in our community has given birth to a vision that is much more comprehensive in its scope. Offering low cost spay-neuter and shelter care to our community proved to be a good…
Support Stuff the Bus Agency Fund Founded by our local Military Officers Association in 1999, Stuff the Bus works to ensure that no child begins the school year without critical supplies. Research shows us that disadvantaged children can thrive, both academically and socially, when they have the tools necessary for early participation in the learning…
Support Restore Cedar Key Fund In September 2024, Hurricane Helene, a powerful Category 4 storm, unleashed catastrophic destruction on Cedar Key, Florida, and the surrounding Big Bend region. With waves crashing as high as rooftops and debris smashing into homes and businesses, Helene’s immense strength left widespread devastation in its wake. Homes and businesses were…
Support the P.E.T.s. of Marion County Fund P.E.T.s. of Marion County, Inc. (P.E.T.s) is a 501c3 non-profit organization that was created in 2019 to help Marion County Animal Services in increasing adoptions and supporting the team that helps our temporary residents and our community. The goal of P.E.T.s is to increase awareness and adoptions and…
Support the Judi Cares Memorial Foundation The Judi Cares Memorial Foundation promotes childhood enrichment so that kids can live their best life. Judith (Judi) Ray Cassell Robinson was born August 14, 1935, in Decatur, Illinois, to Berry Hill Cassell and Esculine Martha Smith. She was one of three daughters. Judi loved to dance and met…
Support the Harlow’s Helping Hands Fund In loving memory of Harlow William, who bravely fought for over 30 days before gaining his wings, we are dedicated to carrying on his legacy through compassion and faith. Our mission is to protect and empower families by providing essential pool safety resources, swimming lessons, and CPR training. In…
Support the Vet Resource Center Fund The mission of Vet Resource Center, Inc. (VRC) is to provide education and information to Veterans and their families about the benefits they have earned and resources that are available for them. It also provides website-based benefit and resource information at VetResourceCenter.com, free website creation for Veteran Related Organizations,…
Support the Estella Byrd Whitman Wellness and Community Resource Center Gifts by check can be made payable to Community Foundation for Ocala/Marion County and dropped off or mailed to 324 SE 24th Street, Ocala, FL 34471. Make sure to write “Estella Byrd Whitman Community Health Center Fund” on the Memo line. Cash gifts can be…
