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Our Services

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Crisis Stabilization

Day 1 at Ready for Life focuses on helping youth get back on their feet and stay there. From providing laundry and a shower in our Day Stop to food, new clothing, and housing support, our goal to help youth meet their basic needs so they can focus on the future. 

WAYS TO GIVE
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Lifeline & Support Services

You can be that “one person who cares." Mentors are life-changing for our youth. As a mentor in our Be the One program, you help brainstorm solutions, explore new possibilities, and provide the consistency our youth need to be successfully independent.

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Life Skills & Learning Gaps

Our youth have big goals for their education and careers. As a volunteer at Ready for Life, you can help our youth learn the skills they need to further their education or land a job, including being accountable and setting goals that will shape their future. 

OUR PROGRAMS & SERVICES
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2022-2023 IMPACT REPORT

“Due to her involvement with Mommy & Me, Serena is working to build a wonderful life for herself and her children, and in doing so she is keeping them far away from the childhood she had once experienced—far away from the cycle of foster care.”

 

View our 2022-2023 Impact Report to read the success stories of former foster youth Damien, Karalynna, and Serena.

Upcoming Events

Join the Fun!

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  • 31st Suncoast Kingfish Classic Tournament
    31st Suncoast Kingfish Classic Tournament
    May 02, 2024, 5:00 PM – May 04, 2024, 5:00 PM
    Tiki Docks & Maximo Marina, 3769 50th Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33711, USA
    Join us for big fish, big fun, and prizes for everyone at the 31st Annual Suncoast Kingfish Classic! This tournament directly benefits RFL.
  • Bourbon, Boats & Bites! Part of SKC Weekend
    Bourbon, Boats & Bites! Part of SKC Weekend
    May 03, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Tiki Docks Skyway at Maximo Marina, 3769 50th Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33711, USA
    Spend a relaxing evening on the docks with us! Enjoy a fantastic Horse Soldier Bourbon tasting (or glass of champagne), a delicious dinner, a sweet treat, fantastic island music, silent auction, opportunity drawings, cigar lounge and a full cash bar.
  • Sip & Tour at the RFL Skill Center
    Sip & Tour at the RFL Skill Center
    Multiple Dates
    May 09, 2024, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
    RFL Skill Center, 2300 Tall Pines Dr #100, Largo, FL 33771, USA
    Join us for an elegant evening of wine & charcuterie, and get to know RFL, who we are, what we do, and how you or your group can get involved in Changing Lives Beyond Foster Care.
  • Suncoast Ladies' Classic Tournament
    Suncoast Ladies' Classic Tournament
    Jul 11, 2024, 5:00 PM – Jul 13, 2024, 5:00 PM
    Tiki Docks Maximo Marina, 3769 50th Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33711, USA
    Suncoast Ladies’ Classic creates lifelong relationships within the community of anglers while having fun, empowering women, and growing the sport of fishing. This tournament directly benefits Ready for Life!
  • 2nd Annual Bingo, Bites & Bubbles
    2nd Annual Bingo, Bites & Bubbles
    Jul 12, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    Tiki Docks Skyway, 3769 50th Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33711, USA
    You’re invited to an eventful evening of Bingo, Bites, & Bubbles! Join us for competitive Bingo games, delicious buffet dinner, and crisp champagne at Tiki Docks at Maximo Marina, all benefitting Ready for Life! This special event is part of Suncoast Ladies’ Classic Weekend.
  • 2nd Annual Ready to Shuffle
    2nd Annual Ready to Shuffle
    Nov 07, 2024, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
    St. Pete Shuffleboard Club, 559 Mirror Lake Dr N, St. Petersburg, FL 33701, USA
    Join Ready for Life for a night on the shuffleboard courts at the historic St. Pete Shuffleboard Club at the 2nd Annual Ready to Shuffle! Enjoy competitive shuffleboard games, DJ music, drinks, local food truck fare, and a fantastic silent auction, all benefiting our Be the One mentor program.

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Our Partners

Thank You!

Our community supporters are an essential part of keeping Ready for Life running. If your corporation or foundation is interested in supporting Ready for Life, please click the link below to learn more. We appreciate your involvement!

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