Introduction to the Capital Campaign
Pace Center for Girls Hillsborough is excited to announce its capital campaign aimed at expanding its capacity and enhancing the support provided to girls in the community. Through dedicated efforts such as education, counseling, and training, this campaign signifies a crucial step towards bettering the future for girls in Hillsborough County.
Growing Demand for Services
Over the past fifteen years, Pace Hillsborough has experienced tremendous growth, now supporting significantly more girls than when it first opened its doors. This overwhelming increase in service usage highlights the urgent need for additional space and resources. To accommodate this demand, the new facility is designed to not only expand current services but also to enhance community-focused initiatives that aim to uplift and support girls and their families.
Innovative Features of the New Center
The planned new center will come equipped with a range of enhanced social services, including PaceWorks, which is a career readiness and job placement program. The facility will also feature a fully stocked food pantry, a career closet, and workshops for financial literacy. Such resources will cater not just to girls enrolled in the program, but will also be accessible to the broader East Tampa community, reinforcing the center’s commitment to tackling community needs holistically.
Community Impact
The center's executive director, Davia Lerebours, emphasizes the facility's design is geared towards meeting the ever-evolving needs of girls while also supporting their families and the community at large. She stated, "Creating an environment that reflects the quality of care every girl deserves while investing back into the community is at the heart of our mission."
Commitment to Community Support
The capital campaign has already garnered impressive support with a transformative gift from the Schoen Foundation, which includes a significant donation along with an endowment. This shows a robust communal commitment to Pace's mission of empowering girls and supporting their future success.
Getting Involved
There are various opportunities for the community to engage with the campaign. Erin Linehan, a board director at Pace Hillsborough, emphasizes that investing in this campaign is vital for the long-term health and success of the community and the girls it serves. She highlights that the cost of prevention and intervention through initiatives like these is far less compared to the societal impact of neglecting to support the girls.
Long-term Impact and Services
Since its inception in 1998, Pace Hillsborough has positively impacted the lives of thousands of girls by providing essential academic services, counseling, and life skills training. The new facility will further this impact by offering enhanced mental health services and acting as a hub for crucial resources like food and hygiene supplies, financial education, and job readiness training.
Looking Towards the Future
Pace Hillsborough is committed not only to empowering girls but also to strengthening families and enriching the community. The new center will reflect this mission through its expanded offerings and programs that foster brighter futures for all involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the capital campaign by Pace Center?
The capital campaign aims to expand the capacity of Pace Center for Girls Hillsborough, enabling it to support more girls while enhancing the services available to the community.
What services will the new facility offer?
The new facility will include career readiness programs, financial literacy training, food pantry access, and more to benefit both the girls and the wider East Tampa community.
How has Pace Hillsborough impacted local girls over the years?
Since 1998, Pace Hillsborough has provided vital educational services, counseling, and life skills training to over 2,352 girls, positively changing their lives year-round.
What support has the capital campaign received?
The campaign has already received a $1 million donation and a $1.9 million endowment from the Schoen Foundation, showcasing the strong community backing for Pace's mission.
How can individuals contribute to the campaign?
Individuals can get involved through various opportunities to support the capital campaign directly, helping to shape the future for girls in the community.
