Did you know our founders Jack and Ruth Eckerd also founded the old Eckerd Drugstores? These community trailblazers made an impact in so many ways. Read the story of Eckerd Connects through the #linkinbio

Colt was 23 when he found our #Workforce program. He had a job but knew receiving his GED would help him make more money. Here is how YOU helped push Colt to his potential #linkinbio

We’re so proud to be led by incredible, community-minded people like Board Chair Ray Farrara. He was recently featured in an article by @TBBWMag. Check it out #linkinbio

Karley had been homeschooled previously, but the family knew she would need more help to earn her high school diploma on time. Not only did Karley earn her high school diploma, but she also then followed the journey of her mother (and brother) and joined the military. Here is how YOU helped Karley reach her goals #linkinbio

Your support helped Stanneisha earn her high school diploma and pushed her along the path of success! Like and share to show Stanneisha and the Eckerd Connects Jacksonville team some love!

@hersunnyroad has helped nearly 10,000 girls since the camp was founded in 1969 Go follow @hersunnyroad and like for part 2!!

With a traditional high school setting not meeting his needs, Alek needed a streamlined way to earn his diploma. Our #Workforce program was the perfect solution. Here is why #linkinbio

Plan something extra special for your birthday this year. Instead of gifts, ask your friends and family to give to the life-changing programs here at Eckerd Connects! It is easy to set up and you can make a MASSIVE impact. The money you raise will go directly to helping youth, young adults, and families in our programs achieve success! Start a campaign#linkinbio #CelebratewithUS #birthday #anniversary #graduation

Tyler’s story begins from a place that many of us would not like to imagine. As a child, he was passed around to different family members and eventually ended up in the foster care system. He found our #Workforce program after being temporarily homeless. His dream was to become a chef – he just needed an opportunity. We helped Tyler get a job and plot out a strategy for his culinary dreams to become a reality. Read Tyler’s full story through the #linkinbio

As we enter the new year, it’s time to thank you for your year-long generosity. With your support, we have been able to help so many in need. This will be the last day to donate and receive a 2021 tax receipt. Help us ensure the children, young adults, and families we serve are connected to their potential through the new year and beyond! You can give at eckerd.org/give Please be safe as you celebrate the blessing of another year with your friends and family. Happy New Year!

He grew up in a broken family. Dragged from couch to couch as a child. Food nor housing were consistent. His mother addicted to drugs and suffered mental illness. His environment: poverty-stricken older peers with criminal histories. Involved with the law by 11 years old. Behind bars by 13 years old. In a near-fatal accident with a semi before he was 19-years-old. Shot numerous times with bullets barely missing vital organs. Life hanging in the balance. Then his story changed. His father took custody and changed his environment. He enrolled with @projectbridge_fl. His support system expanded. He enrolled in GED classes. He graduated! He enrolled in leadership classes. He excelled. He enrolled in business planning. He started a business. He enrolled in college. He starts next month (January 2022). People CAN change. With support, amazing things can happen! This is Eckerd Connects! THIS is our WHY! Anyone who desires to help a young person like this - #ConnectwithUS! Give through the link in bio. Be a part of a village!

Ethan found our #WorkforceDevelopment program at the age of 22 with no diploma or sense of direction. Learn how we helped him with both #linkinbio