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Florida Guardian Ad Litem

This agency is called GAL for short. It works for children who have been abused and are involved in the court system. The group tries to put children in a safe and caring place. There is also some help available for teenagers that are aging out of the foster care system.

Legal Assistance - Americans for Immigrant Justice

Americans for Immigrant Justice is a non-profit law firm. They fight for justice for immigrants. They offer direct help to immigrants in need. Their services are offered at no cost. Please call 305.573.11061 or visit the website for more information.

Programs include:

  • Children's Legal Program
  • Detention Program
  • Domestic Violence & Human Trafficking (Lucha) Program
  • Family Defense Program
  • Litigation Program
  • Pro Bono Program

Americans for Immigrant Justice

Americans for Immigrant Justice is a non-profit law firm. They fight for justice for immigrants. They offer direct help, and advocacy and outreach. Services are offered at no cost.

Programs include:

  • Children's Legal Program
  • Detention Program
  • Domestic Violence & Human Trafficking (Lucha) Program
  • Family Defense Program
  • Litigation Program
  • Pro Bono Program

MADD

MADD offers support to those who have been affected by another person's drunk driving. They advocate for victims' rights and compensation. They fight for stricter underage drinking laws. They sponsor Walk Like MADD walks to raise funds. Please call or visit the website for more information.

Florida WIC Program

This program is called WIC for short. It is for pregnant women and children up to five years old. WIC provides the following at no cost: healthy foods, nutrition education and counseling, breastfeeding support and referrals for health care. Each eligible family gets an EBT card to use at the grocery store. They also get a list of foods to purchase at the lowest prices.

National Resource Directory

This website connects Wounded Warriors, service members, veterans, their families and caregivers with those who support them. Find national, state, and local programs and services. Find jobs from employers who want to hire veterans. You can find information by state or territory. Please see the website for all services.