The Delta Dental Community Care Foundation recently awarded a $10,000 grant to the Barnabas Center. The grant will support Barnabas with the purchase of much-needed dental supplies. The Barnabas dental program provides affordable dental services for low to moderate income adults without health insurance. Services include exams, extractions, cleanings and
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Barnabas Center earns national recognition for efforts to reduce number of patients with uncontrolled blood pressure
The American Heart Association and American Medical Association celebrate Barnabas Center for commitment to prioritizing blood pressure control Barnabas Center has been recognized by the American Heart Association (AHA) and American Medical Association (AMA) for their commitment to helping improve blood pressure (BP) control rates among the patient populations they
Publix Super Markets Charities Supports Barnabas
Barnabas Center recently received a grant of $5,000 from Publix Super Markets Charities to support the agency’s food programs. As a result, the grant represents a platinum sponsorship for Barnabas 8th annual Empty Bowls fundraising EXTRAVAGANZA coming up on November 12th. The donation enables Barnabas to provide much-needed food for
BARNABAS LAUNCHES EMPTY BOWLS MARKETPLACE FOR ONLINE GIFT SHOPPING
Locally handcrafted gifts that support a good cause bring extra joy to both the giver and recipient. This year, Barnabas will again launch its online marketplace, so that you may shop for those special items from the safety and comfort of your home. The Empty Bowls Marketplace (BiddingOwl.com/BarnabasCenter) features more
Friends Team Up to Raise Funds for Barnabas
Liza Cotter and Cherry Gallagher met many years ago while riding on Amelia Island’s miles of bicycle trails. Their friendship was instant. At that time, few women were biking together, so they appreciated the camaraderie. Plus, they were both longtime athletes who had the vital grit and spirit to excel
Elderly Couple Demonstrates the Heart of Volunteering
Ed and Lorraine Cranston have the heart for volunteering. Their life’s focus has been to give back to their local communities, and they haven’t stopped, even at 90-years-old. Ed and Lorraine have been involved with the Barnabas food pantry for two years. “We love Barnabas!” Said Ed. “We’ll do anything
Local Businesses Support Barnabas Programs
Barnabas Center thanks The Enterprise Holdings Foundation and Hagan Ace Hardware of Hilliard for supporting Barnabas programs. The Enterprise Holdings Foundation donated $6,000 to Barnabas Center to support programs. The Foundation is the philanthropic arm of Enterprise Holdings. Through its integrated network of independent regional subsidiaries and franchises, the foundation
The Rotary Club of Amelia Island Sunrise Hosts County-Wide Food Drive for Barnabas
On September 13th through September 18th, Barnabas Center will partner with the Rotary Clubs of Nassau County to collect food donations to aid thousands of people struggling with hunger. This county-wide food drive will benefit the Barnabas food pantry by restocking its shelves with healthy food. During this current COVID-19
¡Conozca a Priscilla Maldonado, nueva coordinadora de recursos del Barnabas Center!
Priscilla Maldonado es nuestra nueva Coordinadora de Recursos del Centro Barnabas. Antes de unirse a Barnabas, Priscilla era una trabajadora de salud comunitaria en el area de Miami, Florida. Fue en ese tiempo donde comenzo su pasion por los servicios humanitarios. Se dedico a conectar miembros de la comunidad con
Meet Priscilla Maldonado, Barnabas’ New Resource Coordinator!
Para español, HAGA CLIC AQUÍ Priscilla Maldonado is Barnabas Center’s new Resource Coordinator. Prior to working for Barnabas, Priscilla worked as a Community Health Worker in Miami, Florida. There, she realized her passion for Human Services. While in Miami, Priscilla worked with community members in connecting them to telehealth programs