FLORIDA KEYS CHILDREN'S SHELTER
FLORIDA KEYS CHILDREN'S SHELTER
FLORIDA KEYS CHILDREN'S SHELTER
FLORIDA KEYS CHILDREN'S SHELTER
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Welcome to a place where every child is heard, valued, and supported.

A place where compassion leads the way, where protection brings comfort, and where hope is nurtured every single day. Our mission is to help children and their families find stability, strength, and a path forward—because every child deserves the opportunity to grow, thrive, and shine. The Florida Keys Children’s Shelter is more than just a safe place to stay. Since 1985, our residential and community-based programs have supported thousands of children and families throughout the Florida Keys during challenging times. We are dedicated to providing thoughtful, effective care for children who have experienced abuse, abandonment, neglect, family conflict, or crisis. Whether a child needs short-term shelter, counseling, guidance, or family support services, we are here with solutions that restore confidence, rebuild connections, and create brighter futures.

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Our Programs

Across three core programs—emergency shelter, transitional living, and community counseling—we walk alongside children and families from crisis to stability, providing safety today and the support they need to thrive tomorrow.
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Our Impact

Our Impact

Since 1985, FKCS has supported thousands of children and families throughout the Florida Keys. Every number represents a life touched, a crisis met with compassion, and a family given the tools to move forward stronger.
A safe place. A fresh start. A path to independence.

Upper Keys Transitional Living Program

Young adults in the Upper Keys deserve the opportunity to build stable, independent lives. The Transitional Living Program provides housing, guidance, and support to help them get there.
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Upper Keys Transitional Living Program
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Building Something That Lasts

Creating permanent housing and support for young adults in our community — today and for the future.

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Raised $2,100,000
Target $5M

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Safe Kids

It is our honor to operate the only licensed emergency shelter for ages 0-18 in the Florida Keys, as well as the only federally-funded drop-in center for ages 21 and under.

Strong Families

With our free, personalized counseling, coaching and education, every individual is provided the opportunity to live up to his or her highest potential.

Healthy Communities

The one-on-one care we're giving 365 days a year helps prevent at-risk youth from living in the streets or getting involved with the juvenile justice system.

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Why FKCS

We are the only licensed emergency children’s shelter in Monroe County. When families face uncertainty, FKCS provides stability, compassion, and trusted support—always with dignity, respect, and a focus on keeping families together whenever possible.

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Every child deserves to feel safe. Every family deserves support.

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At FKCS, we meet moments of crisis with care and turn them into opportunities for healing, growth, and hope.

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Our Address

Administrative Office Address: 73 High Point Road
Tavernier, Florida
33070

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#59-2605356