JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – More than 25 nonprofit organizations, health care providers, educational institutions and public agencies will gather July 18, for the inaugural Community Resource & Health Fair hosted by Pace Center for Girls, Jacksonville, and Pace Reach.
The free event will run from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Pace Jacksonville Field, 2933 University Blvd. N., Jacksonville, Fla. 32211, and is open to the public.
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Organizers say the fair is designed to make essential services easier to access by bringing local experts and service providers together in one location. The event will focus on improving the health, safety, education and well‑being of children, youth and families across Northeast Florida.
Resources and activities will include:
- Health and wellness resources
- Mental and behavioral health services
- Free vision screenings
- Family support services
- Early childhood education resources
- Parenting programs
- Youth enrichment opportunities
- Career and workforce information
- Public safety resources
- Child advocacy services
- Giveaways and family‑friendly activities
Participating organizations include Angel Kids Pediatrics & Behavioral Health, Arlington Lions Club, Bluebird Kids Health, Center for Children’s Rights, Charlie Health, Destiny Changers Foundation, ECS4Kids, Fatherhood P.R.I.D.E., Graceful Sanity, HavenRise Academy, Hubbard House, the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office, Northeast Florida Healthy Start Coalition, Quigley House, The Performance Academy, Traveling Sign Language Camp and many more.
“When organizations work together, we create stronger communities,” Dr. Erica Wortherly, reach director for Pace Jacksonville said. “Families shouldn’t have to navigate dozens of agencies to find help. By bringing more than 25 trusted organizations together in one place, we’re making it easier for people to access the resources they need while strengthening the relationships that make our community thrive.”
The event underscores Pace Jacksonville’s commitment to serving girls and strengthening the families and communities that support them. Families are encouraged to attend, ask questions, gather information and take part in activities.