Our Impact

There’s nothing more powerful than churches working together as the body of Christ.

Every year, the Heart of Florida connects its partner church volunteers to over 500 families in their community. Together, we are able to not only meet over 1,000 needs, but meet each person where they’re at. Caring for them holistically, our neighbors are met with dignity and respect, while our partner churches are free to focus on serving according to their strengths. The result? Transformed lives. Transformed churches. And transformed communities.

32,789
VOLUNTEER HOURS

$1.3 Million 2024 IRS value in volunteer savings.
1,055
NEW CALLS

180 willing to tell their story.
155 willing to walk, with Love INC, towards a better way of life.
348 outside of our service area.
689 (new + established) households served.
2,582
NEEDS MET DIRECTLY BY THE LOVE INC NETWORK

through
30 Gap Ministries
Transformational Ministry + Comprehensive Transformational Ministry.

10,704 needs were met by referrals to Love INC community partners.
162
MILESTONES CELEBRATED

Reliable, legal transportation
Improved Job/Employment
Safe, Sustainable Housing
Building Strong Relationships (healthy)
Engagement in a local church
Ongoing Mental health/Wellbeing Support
58
ADULTS

Graduated from 3 or more life skills courses.
104 adults completed one 12 week course.
43 kids enrolled in Journey Kids.
3,589 volunteer hours by 74 individuals in 12 partner churches
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Love Stories

The Rock

The Rock is in 9 Marion County middle and high schools. The Rock in 3 local schools are a part of the Love INC network of resources. The purpose is

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Jim and Barbara

Like many families during this pandemic, Jim and Barbara have been struggling to make ends meet. Barbara has many health issues, and Jim’s hours at work have been limited because

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Lola

When Lola first reached out in 2014, Christmas was coming, money was tight, and she had no means of getting gifts for her children. She heard about Christmas Blessings and called to

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Debra and Paul

Debra and Paul have a blended family. Between them they have 6 kids ranging in age from 1 to 13. Paul recently lost his job due to lack of business caused by

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Faith

Let me tell you about Faith. Faith has a daughter. Faith has a boyfriend. They both have learning disabilities. While she has been approved for disability benefits, her boyfriend is in the

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Brian

Imagine surviving on a limited income from disability benefits. With this small income, you have to provide for children and have no extra money each month. Now imagine you are

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