TOP 30 Girl empowerment through sports activities in Immokalee, Florida

Pace Center for Girls Collier at Immokalee is a transformative institution located in Immokalee, Florida. Since its establishment in 1998, Pace Collier at Immokalee has empowered over 2,000 girls in Collier County through its academic Day Program and Pace Reach programs. The center boasts state-of-the-art facilities including a modern kitchen and a gymnasium, where girls receive two nutritious meals daily and participate in a robust physical education program offering high school credits. One student shared, "Pace means a lot to me because Pace has helped me grow and realize my potential. Being at Pace encouraged me to never give up even through all the tough times and to 'grow through what you go through'. There are many things I'll take from Pace, but the most important one is to be myself. I have learned to be myself and to not change for people." Pace Center for Girls Collier at Immokalee is dedicated to providing a supportive and empowering environment for girls to thrive and reach their full potential.

The Boys & Girls Club of Collier County, located at 1155 Roberts Avenue West in Immokalee, Florida, is dedicated to empowering young people to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Serving over 3,500 children and teens between the ages of 6 and 18 in Naples and Immokalee, the club provides a safe and enriching environment during out-of-school time. With 95% of members receiving free or reduced lunch, 55% coming from homes where English is not the main language, and 100% receiving scholarships, the club ensures that all youth have access to its programs. The club offers a supportive space for young people to learn, grow, and develop relationships with caring adults who support their educational, emotional, physical, and social development. With a focus on building great futures, the Boys & Girls Club of Collier County serves 60 schools throughout the county and has a track record of helping at-risk members in grades 1-12 make academic gains. Through programs like the one that helped Collette and her family while they were staying in a shelter, the club is committed to doing whatever it takes to support the youth in their community.