I've only been in Central Florida for a year and a half, but I have been blown away with how many local non-profits there are and how willing the community is to step up and help. This weekend I was asked to play in a charity golf scramble to raise money for The Faine house. The event was put on by Wally's Bar (an Orlando staple) and City 2 Nite at Rio Pinar Golf Course. I wasn't aware of The Faine House, but what I did know is that I love to golf and love to raise money for charity, so it was an easy yes for me.
After some research, I learned that The Faine House is an Orlando non-profit that helps and houses young adults who don't have a reliable adult in their lives. According to their website, "The Faine House operates from a 7,000 square foot facility in Orlando, Florida. We host ten private bedrooms and accept 18 to 23-year-olds into our program who do not have access to opportunity & mentorship. Each young adult sets their own financial, occupational, and educational goals and participates in a curriculum designed to heal, equip, and empower."
I had an absolute blast playing in the tournament, and while my team's performance was underwhelming, the day overall was a big win as thousands of dollars were raised to help The Faine House continue their work with young adults in Orlando.
If you would like to donate to The Faine House, you can do so here.