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Coconut Grove Cares Inc, a non-profit organization based in Florida, is

dedicated to creating a better community for the children and families in the

Village West Coconut Grove. Founded in 1948 by Elizabeth Virrick and Father

Theodore Gibson, the organization has a rich history of fighting social injustice

in West Coconut Grove. The organization’s mission is to provide a safe,

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supervised space for neighborhood children through their Barnyard

Community Center.

The Barnyard, which opened in 1983, offers free After-School and Summer

Programs to children aged 5-13. It serves as an alternative to the streets,

providing a refuge from unemployment, poverty, violence, teenage pregnancy,

and drugs. The center provides academic support, social skills development,

art programs, cultural enrichment, music programs, health & fitness programs,

and outreach & adult community services. All programs are free to children

and their families.

Coconut Grove Cares Inc collaborates with several funding partners and

program partners to offer these services. The organization also welcomes

volunteers who can assist in recreational activities, educational activities, and

development. The non-profit has a profound impact on the community,

providing children with a safe environment where they can learn, grow, and

thrive.

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