News at DESC!
DESC Gets a New Home
April 4, 2025, DESC held a wall-breaking ceremony at the future home of the organization. Read more about the ceremony and the big move through the media below. Jax Daily Record: https://www.jaxdailyrecord.com/news/2025/apr/06/after-years-in-the-basement-downtown-emergency-services-center-will-move-to-larger-location/?fbclid=IwY2xjawJkqPRleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHpfj5ydhX_UBaQVlEpMxkhoswis3r5aTAit4_7beJ5Ti1sIvvk9Ix1lK4OSF_aem_OLEkL2e-YyLGEbT9SM9Bdg Jax Today: https://jaxtoday.org/2025/04/07/downtown-ecumenical-services-expansion/?fbclid=IwY2xjawJkqOpleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHiUp4uvRQtaHitVaUbixD0NxG-IeR3ViaMoVry0jHBjfmVV9WxILu29lQlbM_aem_GgVDtzaG_aBFcRYqOcSDxQ The Florida Times-Union: https://www.jacksonville.com/story/news/local/2025/04/07/downtown-nonprofit-to-move-from-church-basement-to-2-9-million-digs/82884670007/?fbclid=IwY2xjawJkqQdleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHkipukoQmGAs52THXcxXniyGPQY6vaRm7ddE3IrkwgprwsPi65zWo3la94-R_aem_dRasm3hzSw9PnAYiRKY0zQ
Read MoreDESC DEFENDERS: Generations
We’re excited to invite you to DESC Defenders: Generations, our annual fundraiser that promises to be an unforgettable event! This year, the theme “Generations” holds a powerful meaning—representingthe generations of DESC supporters, the ongoing cycle of generational poverty and the enduring work of DESC to combat homelessness and poverty in our community througha new facility. […]
Read MoreDonate to Linda’s Work Boots
A $40 donation can change a life. How is that possible? Each donation will purchase a pair of work boots that enables a DESC client to get a job. In 2017, I was about to turn 70. My greatest wish was to make my birthday count for something good. Raising funds to buy 365 pairs […]
Read MoreDESC Fall 2024 Newsletter
Welcoming new employees and Board members, DESC Defenders: Generations, client success and MORE.
Read MoreDESC Spring 2024 Newsletter
Welcoming new board chair, supporting families, amazing volunteers and MORE.
Read MoreJacksonville Jaguars Donate to DESC
The Jacksonville Jaguars held a clothing drive for DESC in partnership with Tide Detergent in November. Not only did they collect 630lbs. of clothing, they also washed and folded it all! The haul was displayed on the jaguar statue in front of the stadium during the game for all to see the amazing donations from […]
Read MoreThank you for joining DESC Defenders: Into the Future
Thank you for being a DESC Defenders in the fight against poverty. We are so grateful for the generosity that we have seen over the last 40 years. This year we raised the highest amount yet, over $330,000!!! This is an amazing accomplishment and we thank each donor, sponsor, and supporter. To see details from […]
Read MoreDESC Fall 2023 Newsletter
Welcoming new board members, supporting families, showcasing DESC DEFENDERS: Into the Future and MORE.
Read MoreDESC Spring 2023 Newsletter
Saying goodbye to long-time board members, the importance of DESC partners, remembering DESC Defenders: Journey Through Time and MORE.
Read MoreDESC Fall 2022 Newsletter
Welcoming new members, help needed, upcoming fundraiser and more!
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