How We Help
We believe everyone deserves the chance to lead a healthy and productive life. At Barnabas Center, we serve as a hope delivery system. We offer nutrition services, empowerment programs and health care that provide practical support. We also pair those services with the encouragement and caring people need to overcome challenges and achieve stability.
We combat hunger throughout Nassau County, helping food-insecure individuals and families fill the gaps through our food pantry and food distribution events. Read More
We offer compassionate, comprehensive medical and dental care at little or no cost, as well as health education, to ensure our community stays strong. Read More
Barnabas Center helps members of our community that have encountered bumps in the road regain their footing by providing temporary financial assistance, transportation support and financial education. Read More
Get Help
If you or someone you know needs support, reach out to Barnabas Center today– because everyone deserves a helping hand during tough times.
Our Impact
Barnabas Center helps thousands of people overcome life’s challenges by providing critical health care, food relief, crisis support and more. Here’s what we achieved in fiscal year 2023-2024:
Upcoming Events
Get help applying for eligibility for Barnabas Center Programs at the Callahan Office. Help includes medical services, dental services, applications for SNAP (Food Stamps), Medicaid, Empowerment Programs, and Financial Crisis Assistance for rent and utilities.
We proudly sponsor five mobile food distributions every month across Nassau County to ensure that those in need can access nutritious, free food no matter where they live. These events are open to everyone, operating on a first-come, first-served basis, so individuals and families can drive up or walk to receive assistance without any barriers.
Paint for a purpose! Join us for free paint parties every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to noon at the Barnabas Center Paint Studio! We’re already prepping for our 12th annual Empty Bowls luncheon on Nov. 25. Every bowl painted will be given to an attendee or auctioned off to support our mission.
Grab a friend and come make a difference, one brushstroke at a time. 
Unlock the Power of Connection: Free Communication Skills Class at Barnabas Center
At the heart of every thriving community is strong communication. That’s why Barnabas Center is excited to offer a free Empowerment Program class focused on enhancing communication skills — a vital tool for personal and professional success.
Join Us Thursday, April 24th
📍 1303 Jasmine St., Fernandina Beach
🕙 10 – 11:30 a.m.
💬 Light refreshments will be provided
In this engaging and supportive session, participants will discover practical ways to:
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Strengthen their listening skills
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Communicate with clarity and confidence, both at work and in everyday life
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Understand and use nonverbal cues effectively
Whether you’re preparing for a job interview, improving relationships, or simply wanting to express yourself more clearly, this class offers valuable takeaways for everyone.
Seats are limited — call 904.261.7000 to reserve yours today!
Let Barnabas Center help you grow. Because when we communicate better, we connect better — and stronger connections build stronger communities.
Get help applying for eligibility for Barnabas Center Programs at the Callahan Office. Help includes medical services, dental services, applications for SNAP (Food Stamps), Medicaid, Empowerment Programs, and Financial Crisis Assistance for rent and utilities.
Paint for a purpose! Join us for free paint parties every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to noon at the Barnabas Center Paint Studio! We’re already prepping for our 12th annual Empty Bowls luncheon on Nov. 25. Every bowl painted will be given to an attendee or auctioned off to support our mission.
Grab a friend and come make a difference, one brushstroke at a time.
Get help applying for eligibility for Barnabas Center Programs at the Callahan Office. Help includes medical services, dental services, applications for SNAP (Food Stamps), Medicaid, Empowerment Programs, and Financial Crisis Assistance for rent and utilities.
Paint for a purpose! Join us for free paint parties every Wednesday from 10 a.m. to noon at the Barnabas Center Paint Studio! We’re already prepping for our 12th annual Empty Bowls luncheon on Nov. 25. Every bowl painted will be given to an attendee or auctioned off to support our mission.
Grab a friend and come make a difference, one brushstroke at a time.
We proudly sponsor five mobile food distributions every month across Nassau County to ensure that those in need can access nutritious, free food no matter where they live. These events are open to everyone, operating on a first-come, first-served basis, so individuals and families can drive up or walk to receive assistance without any barriers.
We proudly sponsor five mobile food distributions every month across Nassau County to ensure that those in need can access nutritious, free food no matter where they live. These events are open to everyone, operating on a first-come, first-served basis, so individuals and families can drive up or walk to receive assistance without any barriers.
Ways to Help
Your generosity is the key to supporting neighbors in need across Nassau County. Please consider making a financial contribution or providing food to stock our pantry.
Volunteering with Barnabas Center is a wonderful way to make a positive impact in your community. Whether you volunteer with our food program, at our New to You Resale Store or at our medical offices, get involved today!
Help Your Neighbors
Donate to Barnabas Center to make a real difference in the lives of individuals and families in our community.
Stay in the loop
Subscribe to our e-newsletter to stay updated on the latest news and upcoming events at Barnabas Center.
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Get Help
Everyone needs help sometimes. Whether you’re facing a dental emergency, struggling to put food on the table this month or need assistance with obtaining a new driver’s license, we are here with open hearts and helping hands.
We’re fighting community hunger with nutrition services that include access to our food pantry, meal packs for children and mobile food distributions. Our empowerment programs offer everything from financial assistance for those in crisis, to transportation support, to budgeting and financial education. And because everyone deserves access to quality health care, you can turn to our health services programs for free or low-cost medical or dental care.
Barnabas Center in Action
Discover the inspiring work happening in our community by exploring our blogs. You’ll find stories of hope, resilience and the positive impact we’re making together.
Fernandina Beach, FL—Barnabas Center Inc. announced a change to its eligibility requirements for health care services effective Sept. 25, 2024. Barnabas Center and Baptist Medical Center Nassau will enhance their...
