MCWA Charitable Outreach Committee

the charitable outreach chair is Lindy Sollie and co-chair is Diana Emehiser

Our Mission & Commitment

The Outreach Committee is committed to serving the diverse needs of St. Johns County by carefully selecting nonprofit partners that advance employment, healthcare, housing stability, and animal welfare. Each organization is thoughtfully evaluated before being recommended to the MCWA Board of Directors.

Once approved, our community partners are supported through fundraising, volunteer service, special projects, and member donations, creating meaningful opportunities for members to give back and make a lasting impact throughout our community.

Our 2026–2027 Community Partners

Today's Special, Inc.

Today's Special creates meaningful employment opportunities for adults with autism, neurodiverse individuals, and others with disabilities through its community bakery and mobile vending program. By replacing traditional day programs with real employment, the organization helps individuals build confidence, financial independence, and meaningful connections within the community.

MCWA's Support

Funding will help purchase professionally branded, ADA-accessible vending tents, allowing Today's Special to participate in multiple community events and expand employment opportunities.

Community Impact

Expanding the mobile vending program will create additional jobs, increase community visibility, and establish a sustainable source of income that supports long-term growth while reducing reliance on charitable donations.

Unity Outreach, Inc.

Unity Outreach is dedicated to improving the health and well-being of uninsured and underserved residents by providing access to breast cancer education, free mammography screenings, patient navigation, and financial assistance for diagnostic and treatment services.

MCWA's Support

Funding will support additional Free Mammo Days, providing uninsured and underinsured women with access to potentially life-saving breast cancer screenings.

Community Impact

By removing financial barriers to care, this partnership will help more women receive timely breast cancer screenings, increasing opportunities for early detection and improved treatment outcomes.

Emergency Services & Homeless Coalition of St. Johns County

The Emergency Services & Homeless Coalition works to prevent and end homelessness by providing emergency shelter, housing assistance, education, employment resources, and supportive services that help individuals and families achieve long-term stability.

MCWA's Support

Funding will provide technology workstations for the Children's Education Center and Employment Resource Center, supporting:

  • Educational programming for children

  • Homework and tutoring assistance

  • Employment searches

  • Résumé development

  • Workforce training

  • Career readiness

Community Impact

Access to technology will improve educational opportunities for children while helping adults develop the skills needed to secure employment, build financial independence, and achieve long-term housing stability.

Ayla's Acres Animal Rescue

Ayla's Acres Animal Rescue is dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming abandoned, abused, and neglected animals throughout St. Johns County and the surrounding areas while promoting responsible pet ownership through education and community outreach.

MCWA's Support

Ayla's Acres has been selected as our 2026–2027 Angel Tree recipient. Through the Angel Tree program, members will donate much-needed supplies, including:

  • Pet food

  • Bedding

  • Cleaning supplies

  • Toys

  • Treats

  • Leashes and collars

  • Medical and shelter supplies

Community Impact

These donations provide immediate support for rescued animals while allowing Ayla's Acres to direct more of its financial resources toward veterinary care, rehabilitation, and future rescues. The Angel Tree program gives every MCWA member an opportunity to make a visible and meaningful difference through hands-on giving.

Join the Outreach Committee

Are you passionate about giving back to the community? The Outreach Committee offers meaningful opportunities to make a difference through volunteer service, community partnerships, and hands-on projects that support our charitable organizations.

Whether you have a few hours to volunteer, enjoy organizing projects, or simply want to lend a helping hand, we'd love to have you join us. Complete the interest form below, and a committee member will be in touch with more information.

Together, we can create lasting change in our community—because we're Better Together.

Outreach committee interest form