Just 4 Kids received 438 requests from our county's teachers and other agencies this Holiday Season. Just 4 Kids is a direct service to our children, based on the child's needs. The children are identified by the teachers and other non-profit agencies. Their needs are specifically and individually outlined throughout the year and are directed to Paula Ciavolino, head of the Just 4 Kids program. Paula packs the new items donated by various stores and sends the items directly to the child in need via the school's guidance counselor.

During the Holidays, each child receives at least four beautifully wrapped gifts. Lists are cross-checked school by school. The kids served by Just 4 Kids are our county's kids. No child is ever turned away and there is never a deadline for service.

Paula feels truly blessed to be able to serve the children in need and donates over 2,800 hours per year to our community. Paula gives the credit for the huge success of the program (over 2100 kids per year served) to the generosity and thoughtfulness of the Keys Community.