Company: The Flora May Foundation
Company Description: We help families in immediate crisis. - We receive calls from parents at their wits end with their child/teenagers behavior; substance abuse, truancy, depression, suicidal, runaways & many other scenarios. - We continue to donate children’s books to CHOC/Children’s Hospital of Orange County NICU Family Stay Unit since 2015. - We offer an 8 week work reentry program Working Women Winning/WWW.
Nomination Category: Company / Organization Categories
Nomination Sub Category: Organization of the Year - Non-Profit or Government - Small
 Nomination Title: The Flora May Foundation
- Which will you submit for your nomination in this category, a video of up to five (5) minutes in length about the achievements of the nominated organization since January 1 2022, OR written answers to the questions for this category? (Choose one):
Written answers to the questions
- If you are submitting a video of up to five (5) minutes in length, provide the URL of the nominated video here, OR attach it to your entry via the "Add Attachments, Videos, or Links to This Entry" link above, through which you may also upload a copy of your video.
- If you are providing written answers for your submission, you must provide an answer to this first question: Briefly describe the nominated organization: its history and past performance (up to 200 words):
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Established by mothers with firsthand experiences of disruptive parenting, The Flora May Foundation has been a beacon of support since its inception. Founded to assist parents facing challenges with their children's alcohol, substance abuse, and mood disorders, the foundation addresses a critical gap in confidential and empathetic guidance.
The foundation's history is rooted in understanding the stigma surrounding these issues, offering a unique space for parents to seek help without judgment. The team, led by compassionate individuals like DeeAnn and Debbie Hansen, draws on personal experiences to connect with families in crisis. Through tailored action plans, free counseling services, and collaborations with various non-profits and for-profits, The Flora May Foundation has demonstrated a commitment to comprehensive support. Past performance highlights successful interventions, preventing further deterioration in the lives of adolescents and fostering hope and healing within families. The foundation's impactful initiatives aim to break down barriers, providing vital resources for parents navigating the complexities of their children's well-being.
- If you are providing written answers for your submission, you must provide an answer to this second question: Outline the organization's achievements since the beginning of 2022 that you wish to bring to the judges' attention (up to 250 words):
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Achievements in Direct Assistance:
- 407 parents in crisis with their teenager
- 210 hours of free counseling services
- 19 free transportation flight services
- 166 families assisted with food security
- 375 women trained in workforce development
- Donated over 100,000 toys to families in need
Awards:
- Outstanding Non Profit of the Year, Silver Stevie (American Business Awards) 2022
- National Womens Entreprenuer of the Year 2024 (Best Companies)
- Thoughtleader of the Year, Silver Stevie (ABA's) 2023
- Women of Influence, Greater Irvine Chamber 2024
- Spirit of Volunteerism Award, Greater Irvine Chamber 2022-2024
- Woman of the Year, (ABA's) Silver Stevie 2022
- Certificate of Recognition in Charitable Work, U.S. Senator Patricia Bates 2023
New Partnerships:
- Cox Communications
- Rainbow Sandals
- Girls Inc.
- Costco
- Family Assistance Ministries (FAM)
- Working Wardrobes
- United Against Fentanyl
- Honorary Godparent
- Kids in the Spotlight (KITS)
- NickCo Restaurants
- ROWE Treatment Centers
- Second Harvest Food Center
Culture:
- Increased volunteer rooster to 25 women
- Hired 2 part time staff members
- Added one person to our Board of Director's
- Working on a PSA/commercial for The Flora May Foundation, granted by Cox
- If you are providing written answers for your submission, you must provide an answer to this third question: Explain why the achievements you have highlighted are unique or significant. If possible compare the achievements to the performance of other players in your industry and/or to the organization's past performance (up to 250 words):
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Comparatively, The Flora May Foundation's achievements surpass industry standards and the organization's own past performance. The scale of direct assistance, from counseling to addressing immediate needs like food security, goes beyond conventional non-profit offerings. The significant number of parents served and hours of counseling provided highlight a commitment to comprehensive support. Notably, the diversity of partnerships with prominent entities like Cox Communications, Costco, and Girls Inc. showcases a strategic expansion of collaborations, enhancing the foundation's reach.
Accolades such as the Silver Stevie for Outstanding Non-Profit of the Year and National Women's Entrepreneur of the Year reflect external recognition of the foundation's excellence. Multiple awards and recognitions, including the Thoughtleader of the Year and Woman of the Year, underscore sustained outstanding performance. The addition of new partnerships further signifies the foundation's ability to forge meaningful alliances, expanding its capacity to make a lasting impact on families in crisis.
- You have the option to answer this final question: Reference any attachments of supporting materials throughout this nomination and how they provide evidence of the claims you have made in this nomination (up to 250 words):
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Attached, you will find supporting materials that substantiate the claims made in this nomination, providing a comprehensive view of The Flora May Foundation's impactful achievements. The documentation includes testimonials from parents who have directly benefited from the foundation's assistance. These narratives vividly illustrate the challenges faced by families in crisis, the tailored action plans devised by the foundation, and the positive outcomes achieved through its intervention.
Additionally, there are records of the foundation's outreach efforts, showcasing the extensive direct assistance provided to 407 parents in crisis, 210 hours of free counseling services, and 19 transportation flight services. The tangible impact on 166 families' food security is documented through collaboration records with Family Assistance Ministries (FAM) and Second Harvest Food Center.
Awards and recognitions, such as the Silver Stevie for Outstanding Non-Profit of the Year and Thoughtleader of the Year, are supported by official certificates and press releases. These materials validate the external acknowledgment of the foundation's excellence.
Moreover, the partnership agreements with prominent entities like Cox Communications, Costco, and Girls Inc. are included, demonstrating the foundation's strategic expansion and strengthening of collaborations.
In summary, the attached materials serve as tangible evidence supporting The Flora May Foundation's claims of transformative direct assistance, industry recognition, and strategic growth, providing a comprehensive and substantiated foundation for this nomination.
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