FLORIDA KEYS CHILDREN'S SHELTER, INC.

What FLORIDA KEYS CHILDREN'S SHELTER, INC. does

FLORIDA KEYS CHILDREN'S SHELTER, INC. (FKCS) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1985 and headquartered at 73 High Point Road, Tavernier, Florida, in Monroe County. The organization operates residential and community-based programs for at-risk youth and families throughout the Florida Keys, including the only licensed emergency children's shelter for ages 0-18 in Monroe County and the only federally-funded drop-in center for ages 21 and under in the region. Core programs include 24/7 emergency shelter, a Transitional Living Program for young adults in the Upper Keys, free personalized counseling and coaching, family support services, and youth recreation and prevention programs aimed at keeping at-risk youth out of the juvenile justice system.

FKCS serves approximately 400+ youth and family members annually through prevention programs and has supported thousands of beneficiaries since 1985. All services are provided at no cost to families. The underlying operating model relies on traditional case management and counseling methodologies rather than proprietary technology platforms, with service delivery conducted directly at the shelter facility and through community-based outreach.

The revenue model is a multi-source nonprofit funding stack rather than a transactional pricing model. Recurring revenue derives from government contracts with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Florida Department of Juvenile Justice, Florida Department of Children and Families, and Monroe County Human Services. This is supplemented by foundation grants (Keys Children's Foundation, Ocean Reef Community Foundation, Thoresen Foundation, Helen's Hope Foundation, Community Foundation of the Florida Keys, and others), individual donations processed through the Kindful platform, and community event fundraising (Best of Upper Keys, pickleball tournaments, beach banquets) totaling over $100,000 since 2022. The organization is governed by a Board of Directors under CEO Ben Kemmer and COO Alvin Bentley, with an Executive Council led by Chairman Brad Copeland.

Name

FLORIDA KEYS CHILDREN'S SHELTER, INC.

Legal name

Florida Keys Children's Shelter, Inc.

Website

https://fkcs.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1985

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

FLORIDA KEYS CHILDREN'S SHELTER is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 1985 in Tavernier, Florida, operating the only licensed emergency children's shelter in Monroe County and offering free shelter, counseling, and transitional living services to at-risk youth and families throughout the Florida Keys.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Child Welfare and Youth Residential Services

NAICS

Temporary Shelters (624221), Child and Youth Services (62411), Other Individual and Family Services (624190)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Family Resource Centers & Wraparound Support Services (EDACALAH)

Keywords

• Youth residential services
• Emergency child shelter
• Transitional living programs
• Family counseling services
• Community youth support

Headquarters

HQ city

TAVERNIER, Florida

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Government Grants and Contracts: Funding from U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Florida Department of Juvenile Justice, Florida Department of Children and Families, and Monroe County Human Services provides the primary revenue stream for operations.
2. Private Donations: Individual donors contribute through one-time gifts, monthly giving, event sponsorships, and in-kind donations via the organization's Kindful donation platform.
3. Foundation Grants: Partnerships with foundations including Keys Children's Foundation, Ocean Reef Community Foundation, Helen's Hope Foundation, Community Foundation of the Florida Keys, Fred M. Klaus and Harold L. Murphy Charitable Foundation, and Katherine Wells MacMillan Foundation provide grant funding.
4. Event Revenue: Community events such as the Best of Upper Keys, pickleball tournaments, and beach banquets generate fundraising revenue through sponsorships, ticket sales, and raffles.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Florida Keys Children's Shelter is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides residential and community-based programs for children and families in crisis across the Florida Keys. Core offerings include licensed emergency shelter for children ages 0-18, a federally-funded drop-in center for youth ages 21 and under, the Upper Keys Transitional Living Program for young adults, free community counseling and coaching, and family support services. All services are provided at no cost to families.

Product overview

FLORIDA KEYS CHILDREN'S SHELTER, INC. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization offering a portfolio of residential and community-based programs for children and families in crisis. The core offerings include Emergency Shelter Services for ages 0-18 (the only licensed emergency shelter in Monroe County), a Federally-Funded Drop-In Center for youth ages 21 and under, the Transitional Living Program providing housing and support for young adults, Community Counseling Services offering free personalized counseling and coaching, and Family Support Services for community-based outreach. All services are provided at no cost to families. The organization operates the only licensed emergency children's shelter in Monroe County and has been serving the Florida Keys community since 1985.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Emergency Shelter Services Licensed emergency shelter providing 24/7 care for children ages 0-18 in crisis situations, serving as the only licensed emergency shelter in Monroe County, Florida.
• Federally-Funded Drop-In Center The only federally-funded drop-in center in the Florida Keys for youth ages 21 and under, providing safe spaces, basic resources, and support services to runaway, homeless, or at-risk youth.
• Upper Keys Transitional Living Program Upper Keys Transitional Living Program providing housing, guidance, life skills training, and support to help young adults build stable, independent lives after foster care or homelessness.
• Community Counseling Services Free, personalized counseling, coaching, and education services provided to individuals and families to help them reach their highest potential.
• Family Support Services Community-based services and outreach efforts designed to strengthen families, prevent at-risk youth from living on the streets, and reduce juvenile justice involvement throughout the Florida Keys.

Quantifiable outcome

• Thousands of children and families supported since 1985
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

21 partnerships are on record, tiered secondary, minor and core.

• Playa Largo ResortsecondaryGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 December 2025Host sponsor of Best of Upper Keys 2025, providing venue, food, and drinks for the awards event that raised record funds.
• Sheriff Rick RamsayminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 December 2025Won 50/50 raffle ($2,200) at Best of Upper Keys and donated winnings back to the shelter to help break fundraising record.
• HNO ProductionsminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 December 2025Event sponsor for Best of Upper Keys 2025.
• First Horizon BankminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 December 2025Event sponsor for Best of Upper Keys 2025.
• Baptist Health South FloridaminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 December 2025Event sponsor for Best of Upper Keys 2025.
• Ocean Sotheby's International RealtyminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 December 2025Event sponsor for Best of Upper Keys 2025.
• H&R Block Key LargominorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 December 2025Event sponsor for Best of Upper Keys 2025.
• Going AireminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 December 2025Event sponsor for Best of Upper Keys 2025.
• Overseas Media GroupminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 December 2025Event sponsor for Best of Upper Keys 2025.
• Island GrillsecondaryGTM or Marketing Partner · 16 August 2025Tidal sponsor of the Anchors of Hope 40th Anniversary Beach Banquet, hosting the event at their oceanfront venue in Islamorada.
• Rotary Club of Key Largo SunsetsecondaryGTM or Marketing Partner · 16 August 2025Tidal sponsor of the Anchors of Hope 40th Anniversary Beach Banquet, supporting the shelter's anniversary celebration.
• SouthState BanksecondaryGTM or Marketing Partner · 16 August 2025Gold sponsor of the Anchors of Hope 40th Anniversary Beach Banquet.
• Innovation Home HealthsecondaryGTM or Marketing Partner · 16 August 2025Gold sponsor of the Anchors of Hope 40th Anniversary Beach Banquet.
• Mount Sinai Medical CentersecondaryGTM or Marketing Partner · 16 August 2025Silver sponsor of the Anchors of Hope 40th Anniversary Beach Banquet.
• Key Largo Moose Lodge #2287minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 12 July 2025Hosted Christmas in July Open House event welcoming children from the shelter for a fun and memorable day.
• Jacobs Aquatic CenterminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 12 July 2025Provided free admission to pickleball tournament participants for a post-event cool-down and relaxation.
• Skippers DocksideminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 12 July 2025Local business contributing gift cards as prizes for pickleball tournament winners.
• SnappersminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 12 July 2025Local restaurant contributing gift cards as prizes for pickleball tournament winners.
• Yellow Bait HouseminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 12 July 2025Local establishment contributing gift cards as prizes for pickleball tournament winners.
• Florida Network of Youth & Family ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStatewide association of nonprofit organizations specializing in truant, ungovernable and runaway youth. FKCS has been an active member for over 20 years, serving on quality assurance and Board-related committees.
• National Network for Youth (NN4Y)secondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerNational membership organization supporting runaway and homeless youth programs across the United States.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Camelot Community Care: Florida-based nonprofit providing child welfare, foster care, and family preservation services. Closely comparable in service mix and Florida DCF contract dependency.
• Eckerd Connects: Florida-headquartered nonprofit providing youth and family services including residential, case management, and juvenile justice programs. Comparable in scale, Florida base, and government-contract-driven model.
• Children's Home Society of Florida: Statewide Florida nonprofit providing child welfare, adoption, and family services. Directly comparable in mission (children and family services) and operating environment (Florida-licensed provider of child welfare programs), with overlapping state funding streams.
• Florida's Children First: Florida nonprofit focused on child welfare advocacy and services for youth in foster care and juvenile justice systems. Comparable in Florida-specific child welfare focus and youth advocacy orientation.
• Safe Children Coalition: Florida child welfare lead agency providing foster care, case management, and family services. Comparable in Florida DCF contract structure and child welfare service mix.
• Kids in Distress (KID): Broward County-based nonprofit offering emergency shelter, counseling, and child welfare services. Directly comparable service portfolio including residential shelter for children in crisis.

Broad incumbents

• Covenant House: National network providing shelter and services for homeless and at-risk youth. Comparable in operating emergency shelter for youth and federally-funded drop-in style services.
• Boys Town: National nonprofit providing youth residential care, family services, and crisis intervention. Comparable in providing emergency shelter and family support, but operates at much larger scale across many states.
• Salvation Army Florida: National nonprofit with significant Florida operations providing emergency shelter, family services, and youth programs. Comparable in emergency shelter for vulnerable populations, though operates at much broader scale.
• Catholic Charities Florida: Large Florida social services organization offering counseling, emergency assistance, and family support across multiple counties. Comparable in family-counseling and emergency social service offerings but operates at much larger scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/keysshelter
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/florida-keys-childrens-shelter-inc

Compliance5 records

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles10 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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