On behalf of the staff and our clients, we wish to convey our heartfelt thank you for all the time and effort everyone has put forth to support our mission.

"To provide assistance to individuals and families in need throughout Nassau County"

Board of Directors:

Craig True
(President)
Susan Henderson
(Vice President)
Wendy Prather
(Secretary)
David Elwell
(Treasurer)

Administration
Barnabas Center, Inc. encompasses the facility located in Fernandina Beach, a satellite office in Hilliard, the "New To You" Resale Store, and the Samaritan Clinic: Medical and Dental. The agency functions through a Board of Directors and is administered by a small staff. At the heart of the organization is a devoted pool of volunteers that assist with day to day operations.

Our Goal
To see that Nassau County families in distress and in need have shelter, food, and basic necessities. Often times, we do that by paying rent and/or utility bills. In some cases we assist with medical or dental treatment. The Barnabas food pantry collects and distributes donated food. The "New to You" resale store provides clothing and household goods to those that need them.

Service Guidelines
As a private, non-profit, social service agency, Barnabas Center, Inc. is funded by corporate, church, civic/private organizations and individual donations. Any resident from Nassau County may apply; however financial assistance is based on income, need and individual situations. Barnabas takes great care in qualifying client need.

Client Chronicles
A single mother of four working two jobs could not afford dental care for a severely infected tooth. Barnabas found a dental surgeon to perform the procedure, paid for prescriptions and she was able to return to work

An 18 year old girl contacted Barnabas after being abandoned by her mother. She had just graduated from high school with a Take Stock and Bright Future Scholarship. Barnabas arranged for temporary housing so she would have a place to stay while locating an apartment near her job and college.

Barnabas provided necessities for grandparents who had just inherited five grandchildren below the age of six. We also helped coordinate childcare and ongoing support during their transition.

Barnabas is located:
11 South 11th Street
Fernandina Beach, FL 32034
(904) 261-7000

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