Black Homeschoolers of Central Florida
Connecting. Building. Learning and Growing Together.
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Programs and results
What we aim to solve
We are working to make sure that we offer enriching programming and classes that help the participating children to thrive, compete among their peers, and stimulate their interests in fields of study they may not have otherwise been introduced to.
Our programs
What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?
The Lending Library
Black Homeschoolers of Central Florida, Inc.'s LENDING LIBRARY provides educational materials, books, videos, curriculum kits, and computers that families can borrow and return when they are done. Your donation helps us keep up-to-date materials and equipment for families that need them.
Graduation/Awards Ceremony
Black Homeschoolers of Central Florida Inc.'s Graduation/Awards Ceremony and Kings and Queens Dance is an annual event where we celebrate student achievements that have been accomplished throughout the year. Parents are able to present awards at that time to their children, and Black Homeschoolers of Central Florida, Inc. recognizes each child with a gift. Families join together with food and fellowship, and afterwards, the students have an all ages Kings and Queens celebratory Dance. Your donation helps Black Homeschoolers of Central Florida, Inc. provide the venue, decorations, cake, and recognize each and every child with a gift.
GUESTS/FIELD TRIPS/CLASSES
The Guests, Field Trips, Classes Program provides great opportunities for hands-on learning and includes Student and Parent Clubs, Work Readiness, Tutoring & College Prep, and so much more! Your donation helps Black Homeschoolers of Central Florida, Inc. provide guests, classes, and field trips that inspire, encourage, and help our youth excel, provide community events to build bridges and build a stronger community, and to provide supporting workshops to help our parents build a strong foundation for their homeschool.
Community Service
The purpose of this program is to teach our children how to give back to their communities in service to others. We have numerous projects that we participate in annually, and many require more than our manual labor. Please donate to this program so that we can continue to provide needed supplies to those in our community that need it the most.
COMMUNITY GARDEN & FOOD COOPERATIVE
The BHCFL Community Garden & Food Cooperative has been established to teachagriculture and self-sustainability to our youth and families, to provide access to healthy fruits and vegetables, to learn the importance of farmers, and to provide STEM education. In this program we learn various gardening techniques with in ground, raised garden beds, hydroponics, and a greenhouse. This program is in conjunction with Daytona State College WISE(Women in Science & Engineering) Club, 4-H, Florida Agriculture in the Classroom, and the UF/IFAS Master Gardeners. Your donation helps Black Homeschoolers of Central Florida, Inc. buy gardening & maintenance supplies for the community garden and maintain a network of Black Farmers that can provide fresh foods and vegetables to the community.
BHCFL OUTDOOR RECREATIONAL PROGRAM
Black Homeschoolers of Central Florida, Inc.’s Outdoor Recreational Program was established to deepen the fellowship of our community through shared experiences and to help us focus our energy on village building in the great outdoors. This program introduces underrepresented homeschooling families to outdoor camping, outdoor skills and activities, including fishing, swimming, safety & survival skills, and fosters a love for outdoor recreation and conservation. This is our way to connect with nature, connect with family, and connect with community. Your donation helps Black Homeschoolers of Central Florida, Inc. provide the campsite, instructors, buy equipment and supplies, and storage.
AFRICAN CULTURAL ARTS PROGRAM
Black Homeschoolers of Central Florida, Inc. has established the African Cultural Arts Program to instill positive self image, values, principles, and respect of African culture to our youth, while teaching African dance, music, storytelling, and other African art traditions.
This program increases the knowledge of African culture, teaches our youth of African descent about their traditional culture and history so that they may gain a positive self-image, awareness, and direction. It also offers a fun way to engage in academic and physical exercises. Our students are enriched through the hands on learning opportunities in this program, and the rhythms of Africa fill their heart.
Your donation helps Black Homeschoolers of Central Florida, Inc. provide instructors to teach these traditions.
GOLF & FENCING PROGRAM
BHCFL’s Golf and Fencing Program exposes our homeschooled youth to the sport of golf and fencing! Both sports help our youth build self-esteem and learn self-discipline.
Black Homeschoolers of Central Florida, Inc.'s Golf Program is in partnership with First Tee Central Florida in Orlando, Florida.
Black Homeschoolers of Central Florida, Inc.'s Fencing Program is in partnership with Orlando Fencing Academy.
Where we work
Awards
Affiliations & memberships
Stetson University Bonner Program 2022
Daytona State College Women in Science & Engineering Club 2022
Orlando Ballet STEPS Program 2022
Mike Bender Golf Academy 2022
Orlando Fencing Academy 2021
Volusia County 4-H Program Brilliant Minds 4-H Club 2022
Lyonia Environmental Center 2022
Volusia County Library Children's Services 2022
Youth Organizations Coalition Volusia County 2022
Junior Achievement 2022
Plant the Moon Institute of Competition Sciences 2022
Science National Honor Society 2022
Adopt a Cow Program 2021
VELA Education 2022
Central Florida Foundation 2022
Fish Florida 2022
Amazon 2022
EHEP Partner- Equity in Home Education 2023
Stetson University Community Partner Advisory Board Member 2023
First Tee Central Florida 2023
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Our results
How does this organization measure their results? It's a hard question but an important one.
Number of clients served
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Children and youth
Related Program
GUESTS/FIELD TRIPS/CLASSES
Type of Metric
Output - describing our activities and reach
Direction of Success
Increasing
Context Notes
We've seen a major increase in the number of homeschooling families over the past year. We have had to increase our offerings with classes, field trips to fill the needs of these incoming families.
Number of free participants in conferences
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Children, Adolescents, People of African descent, Multiracial people
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GUESTS/FIELD TRIPS/CLASSES
Type of Metric
Outcome - describing the effects on people or issues
Direction of Success
Increasing
Context Notes
Black Homeschoolers of Central Florida's hosting of Community EXPO 2019 and 2020 included free entry, free homeschooling and community workshops, and free activities.
Average number of service recipients per month
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Adolescents, Children, Preteens, Multiracial people, People of African descent
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GUESTS/FIELD TRIPS/CLASSES
Type of Metric
Output - describing our activities and reach
Direction of Success
Holding steady
Context Notes
Various BHCFL clubs, classes, meetings
Number of groups/individuals benefiting from tools/resources/education materials provided
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Preteens, Children, Adolescents
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GUESTS/FIELD TRIPS/CLASSES
Type of Metric
Input - describing resources we use
Direction of Success
Increasing
Context Notes
Classes offered- 10-week Marine Science classes, Free tutoring through UPchieve for the entire school year, 1 week of Aviation classes, Red Cross classes and more offered by our wonderful partners.
Total number of students participating in private lessons
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Population(s) Served
Adolescents, Children, Preteens
Related Program
GUESTS/FIELD TRIPS/CLASSES
Type of Metric
Input - describing resources we use
Direction of Success
Holding steady
Context Notes
Tutoring & College Prep Program
Number of clients participating in educational programs
This metric is no longer tracked.Totals By Year
Related Program
GUESTS/FIELD TRIPS/CLASSES
Type of Metric
Output - describing our activities and reach
Direction of Success
Holding steady
Context Notes
COVID sent many families into hardships, moved to other states, or stopped homeschooling. Now, with 2023, people are getting back out into public spaces, &our numbers are increasing. 2023 we have 192
Our Sustainable Development Goals
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Goals & Strategy
Reports and documents
Download strategic planHow we listen
Seeking feedback from people served makes programs more responsive and effective. Here’s how this organization is listening.
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How is your organization using feedback from the people you serve?
To identify and remedy poor client service experiences, To identify bright spots and enhance positive service experiences, To make fundamental changes to our programs and/or operations, To inform the development of new programs/projects, To strengthen relationships with the people we serve, To understand people's needs and how we can help them achieve their goals
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Which of the following feedback practices does your organization routinely carry out?
We collect feedback from the people we serve at least annually, We take steps to get feedback from marginalized or under-represented people, We aim to collect feedback from as many people we serve as possible, We take steps to ensure people feel comfortable being honest with us, We look for patterns in feedback based on people’s interactions with us (e.g., site, frequency of service, etc.), We engage the people who provide feedback in looking for ways we can improve in response, We act on the feedback we receive, We tell the people who gave us feedback how we acted on their feedback
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What challenges does the organization face when collecting feedback?
It is difficult to get the people we serve to respond to requests for feedback, Families we serve like to give verbal feedback
Financials
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Operations
The people, governance practices, and partners that make the organization tick.
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Black Homeschoolers of Central Florida
Board of directorsas of 10/21/2023
Mrs. Rasheeda Denning
Mr. Brian Denning
Rasheeda Denning
Brian Denning, Sr.
Toi Bynes
Board leadership practices
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Board orientation and education
Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? Yes -
CEO oversight
Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? Yes -
Ethics and transparency
Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Yes -
Board composition
Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes -
Board performance
Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? Yes
Organizational demographics
Who works and leads organizations that serve our diverse communities? Candid partnered with CHANGE Philanthropy on this demographic section.
Leadership
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Race & ethnicity
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Equity strategies
Last updated: 10/21/2023GuideStar partnered with Equity in the Center - an organization that works to shift mindsets, practices, and systems to increase racial equity - to create this section. Learn more
- We analyze disaggregated data and root causes of race disparities that impact the organization's programs, portfolios, and the populations served.
- We disaggregate data to adjust programming goals to keep pace with changing needs of the communities we support.
- We employ non-traditional ways of gathering feedback on programs and trainings, which may include interviews, roundtables, and external reviews with/by community stakeholders.
- We use a vetting process to identify vendors and partners that share our commitment to race equity.