Updated September 12, 2023
Florida’s Children First (FCF) stands as a beacon for child advocacy throughout the state, dedicating its efforts to protecting children’s rights. The Board of Director’s has decided to prominently display our privacy policy on the FCF website and to use the policy as may be appropriate in our marketing and solicitation materials. Every employee will be instructed on this policy and steps will be taken to ensure the employees read the personnel policies that make the misuse or theft of corporate property, including the donor information, grounds for dismissal.
Donor Confidentiality
Your trust is paramount to us. We are committed to preserving donor confidentiality and ensuring that all personal information is protected. When you share your details, it’s only to keep you abreast of our milestones, initiatives, events, and areas where your support is crucial. If ever you wish to discontinue receiving our updates, contact FCF, and we will respect your decision by removing you from our communication list. When donors offer their details voluntarily, we store the following:
No Data Sharing
We pledge not to lease, sell, or exchange our donor lists or any data within those lists. Personal donor data remains strictly confidential, with information use restricted to FCF’s internal objectives and mission advancement.
Modifying Donor Data
Should you wish to alter your contact method, update your personal details, or remove them altogether, please get in touch using our contact details. If you’d like to opt-out from our emails, utilize the “unsubscribe” option in our communications or reach out directly. Note that mailing removal may take up to two months if we’re already in the process of dispatching communications.
Web Cookies
Cookies are data fragments transferred to your computer for record-keeping during site visits. To manage or disable cookies, adjust your browser settings. We might employ services like Google Analytics and other vendors that deploy cookies. If you prefer to opt-out from Google’s data collection, refer to their privacy page.
External Web Links
FCF might suggest links to external sites not managed by us. We recommend you review their privacy protocols, as we aren’t accountable for external site policies.
Updates to Privacy Protocol
This policy was last updated on September 12, 2023. FCF might update its privacy policy periodically, but changes won’t affect previously gathered information retroactively.
Connect With Us
For any queries or feedback regarding our Donor Privacy Policy, please reach out to Lia Pual at Lia.Paul@floridaschildrenfirst.org.
FYS Communications & Marketing Chair
(Miami)
Hi everyone!
My name is Mel and I’m 23. In the community support space, I’m known for strong communication, crisis navigation, and the ability to build trust with participants from diverse backgrounds. I consistently hold close partnerships with care coordinators, advocates, and local organizations to provide comprehensive and high-quality support.
I specialize in creating structured tools such as educational guides, clear documentation, and life-skills resources that help youth better understand their needs, boundaries, and options.
Alongside my advocacy work, I have become an accomplished creative whose work spans digital design, visual content development, and storytelling. I design flyers, presentations, and multimedia pieces that bring clarity, culture, and visual impact to youth programming, community initiatives, and local events. My creative eye allows me to transform information into accessible and engaging visuals that resonate authentically with the communities I serve.
I am proud to be a member of the 2025-26 Statewide Board as and lend my skills to Florida Youth SHINE in support of my peers and bringing changed for youth with homeless and foster care experience.
