NWF GAL Foundation’s September Newsletter!

The Foundation’s Focus

Voices for Children: Advocacy in Action

September 9, 2025

We Asked, You Answered!

Thank you to everyone who participated in our recent Volunteer Survey! Congratulations to Elaine Tan & Melanie Shaver—the winners of our Starbucks gift card drawing! If you have not completed the survey, you can do so by copying and pasting the following URL: https://form.jotform.com/251877835357169

Upcoming Event!

Join us on Friday October 3rd for Bands on the Bayou! We are honored to be one of the chosen charities featured at the final event of the year. Food trucks start @ 4:30, with the band beginning at 6:00. For more information, click here!

CIN Highlight:

Through our Children in Need fund, three siblings were able to head into the school year with brand-new clothes, backpacks, and supplies. What could have been a stressful time turned into a day of excitement and confidence-building. Their volunteer went the extra mile to make the outing feel special, and the smiles on those kids’ faces said it all. This is exactly why the CIN program exists—to meet real needs and give children moments of joy and dignity.

New Volunteer Orientation!

Do you know somebody who would make a great GAL Volunteer or ready to finally take the plunge? Don’t miss our upcoming trainings! Escambia County’s will be held on September 10th. Santa Rosa County’s will be held on September 13th. Contact your respective recruiter to secure your spot!

Joan Irby (Escambia) (850) 637-9689

Carol Thomas (Santa Rosa) (850) 461-3877

Board Retreat!

A few weeks ago our board gathered for a retreat, a time to reflect, plan, and refocus on the work ahead. In the middle of the hard work, we also had something special to celebrate: Larry Clarke’s birthday! It was the perfect reminder that while our mission is serious, the people behind it make the journey full of joy.

By The Numbers

Total Number of Children Assigned to the GAL Office:

Escambia - 684

Santa Rosa - 197

Walton - 103