The Children’s Home Society of Florida presented their highest honor, the prestigious David and Lorraine Thomas Child Advocate Award for the Treasure Coast to Grand Harbor Community Outreach (GHCOP). Mr. Thomas was the founder of Wendy’s and a lifelong advocate for children. The award was presented by CHS’s Executive Director, Sabrina Sampson, to then President Doug Sweeny.
GHCOP was recognized for its long standing commitment to children’s issues, including over 10 years of support for the CHS Transition Living Program (housed in Vero Beach) which provides housing and living skills focused on getting a HS degree or GED and employment, and outreach to homeless young adults who have aged out of foster care. GHCOP has provided over $70,000 to CHS plus Christmas gifts every year for their clients since 2003.