Newsletter December 14, 2024 View as Webpage

Bob Barnes Celebration of Life

Bob Barnes touched the lives of many in our community. An outpouring of love took place Tuesday, honoring his legacy. Our heartfelt thanks to the Shah family and Pineda Inn for helping make this celebration memorable. Please send any comments to add to our tribute page. Click here.

“There are very few people who cross your path in life and leave such a profound impact. Bob was one of those rare individuals—a truly remarkable, caring, and giving man. He gave from his heart and loved helping children, always offering his time and resources unconditionally. Thank you, Bob, for all you did. You were a true humanitarian. Fly high, our friend—you will be deeply missed.

With love and gratitude,

The Nelson Family and Brevard County Hyundai Dealers”

We sincerely appreciate your incredible patience and understanding during the unexpected downtime of our website over the past few days. Your eagerness to support our mission, especially with end-of-year donations, has not gone unnoticed. We are committed to ensuring that every moment lost does not diminish the impact we can make for our kiddos. We invite you to join us in turning this situation around. Your generosity can help us bridge the gap and continue providing the support these children need and deserve. Together, let’s make this year-end count! Your support is more crucial than ever, and we are excited to partner with you in this noble cause. Thank you for standing by us!

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Indialantic Elementary School Food Drive #KidsHelpingKidsBrevard

Awesome job! Indialantic Elementary fifth graders held a food drive that the entire school participated in. TCHP's van got stuck in traffic, so our intrepid executive director Cheryl Cominsky made the trip with her car, which was filled to the roof with food donations. The outpouring of support from Indialantic Elementary is a testament to the values of compassion and community service that are instilled in our young learners. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the students, staff, and families who contributed to this worthy cause. Your efforts will make a significant difference in the lives of those in need. Thank you, Indialantic Elementary School, for your outstanding commitment to helping kids at risk of hunger!

Food Items Drop off Begins Again on January 2

TCHP Food Drives are an integral part of TCHP's ability to serve local children at risk of weekend and school break hunger. Don't have funds to donate $190 to feed a hungry kid for a year? Great alternative: Hold a food drive as a group activity, birthday celebration, holiday event, or company-wide drive. Though we will not be receiving in-office food drive donations between Dec 13 and Jan 2, the food items are nonperishable and we look forward to receiving food items in 2025. Please call 321-610-1900 to ensure someone is in the office to receive them.

UPCOMING EVENTS

CHRISTMAS LIGHT SHOW

Every Night at 7pm

7483 Poulicny Ln. 32940

Not only light sticks and bracelets, there's more! You also can get your very own Santa hat to support TCHP!They have entered this year's Viera Bright Lights Battle!

Some FAQs:

Q. How many shows per night?

A. Generally we run 1 show on weekdays, but will run 2 shows on weekends if there's interest.

Q. How long does the show last?

A. About 30 mins.

Q. What's the best way to view the show?

A. Our show is intended to be enjoyed in person from the sidewalk or side of the street and not in a vehicle like other light shows.

Q. What is the snow made out of?

A. The snow is basically a long lasting bubble solution.

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HEALTH FIRST FIGHT CHILD HUNGER 5K

Viera High School

6103 Stadium Parkway, 32940 MAP

TIME: 8:00am

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Start you New Year right! Get ready to lace up your running shoes and join us for the 9th Annual Health First Fight Child Hunger 5K on Saturday, January 11th. This is not just any run; it’s a chance to sprint towards a brighter future for children in Brevard who are facing food insecurity.The Health First Fight Child Hunger 5K raises funds for two local charities to meet the needs of as many hungry children in Brevard County as possible. This family-friendly 5K will make memories for you, and a huge difference for children at risk of hunger through The Children’s Hunger Project and the Sharing Center of Central Brevard. These two organizations work hard every day to ensure children have adequate nutrition.

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CAJUN SOUL

CHRISTMAS FUNDRAISER

December 21, 11am-3pm

423 W Merritt Island Cswy 32952

Event by Florida East Coast Real Estate, Inc and Pro-Tech Garage Doors and Garage Screens

Festive Food, Gifts, and Holiday Spirit! Cajun Soul Food: Serving 100 meals to individuals in need. Holiday Stockings: Distributing 100 gift-filled stockings to families. Free holiday gift wrapping services available. Accepting food donations to support TCHP.

BB RADS FUNDRAISER

December

1817 S. Washington Ave.

Titusville 32780

From the start, BB Rad's Coastal BBQ has existed to impact our community with radical generosity. Starting in December, when you purchase a meal at BB Rad’s, 25¢ will be donated to The Children’s Hunger Project. Your purchase helps to feed Brevard County’s most vulnerable kids.

GLOBAL GREENZ

HOLIDAY GIFT TO TCHP

Many heartfelt holiday thanks to Global Greenz Lawn & Landscape for donating your time to clean up and refresh our landscaping. We thank them on behalf of our kids, visitors and supporters!

BBQ FOR A CAUSE AT BB RAD'S COASTAL BBQ

For every meal purchased at BB Rad’s, 25¢ is donated to TCHP.

Your purchase helps feed Brevard County’s most vulnerable kids.

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GIVING TUESDAY SUCCESS - YOU HELPED US MEET OUR GOAL!

Thanks to your incredible generosity and support this Giving Tuesday, we’ve reached our goal! Together, we’ve ensured that 45 children will receive weekend food packages, providing them with the nourishment they need to thrive.

You may not get to see the smiles on their faces, but believe us, the impact is profound. The excitement these kids feel, knowing their tummies will be full and ready for Monday morning, is reflected in their improved school attendance, focus on learning, and positive attitudes.Teachers have shared how test scores are higher for children at risk of weekend hunger whose needs are met through our program. Your kindness is not just filling stomachs—it’s fueling dreams and opening doors to brighter futures. To all our donors and everyone who shared our message this Giving Tuesday, we can’t thank you enough. You’ve made a life-changing difference for these children, and we are so grateful to have you as part of our community. Let’s keep the spirit of giving alive—because together, we can achieve so much!