A Wall of Compassion
Our hearts belong to our children. No parent wants to mourn their child. It does not matter if the child is 5 or 55, a parent’s heart aches when saying good bye to a child. We want to remember our children and the joy they brought into our lives. We have discovered may parents find... Read More
Non-profit organization that helps murder victims’ families finds new home
The firefighters from Ladder 7 walked into the former credit union at 2212 Myrtle Ave. N. carrying the first of many bags of toys destined for the children of Jacksonville’s murder victims. “You’ve got a new home,” Engineer Steve Cooney said Tuesday as they piled the bags in the lobby of a building that became... Read More
The Michael J. Ward Foundation helps Jacksonville’s Families of Slain Children remain open
A Jacksonville philanthropist’s helping hand has ensured the future of a 12-year-old agency, Families of Slain Children, Inc., that supports and counsels the families of the children and young adults who died violently on the city’s streets and paves the way for expanding its services. The Michael J. Ward Foundation is negotiating to buy the... Read More
FOSCI Provides Services to Families Impacted by Homicide
Crime is no stranger to the FOSCI staff, volunteers, community partners, and families impacted by homicide in Jacksonville, Florida’s communities. Therefore, free professional support services to families are still available through the FOSCI organization. Crime statistics and the cost to support the survivors of families left to face tragic cases are continuing to rise in 2016 and beyond. FOSCI accepts the... Read More
Beverly McClain, local victim’s advocate, pleads for witnesses to come forward in death of “Baby Doe”
After nearly 27 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children is trying to shed new light on an old case. In Dec. 1988, a little girl was found in a wooded area off Duncan Bridge Road in Ware County, Ga.. Beverly McClain is pleading for witnesses to come forward in the death of... Read More
FOSCI Help Mother Search for New Clues in Son’s Death
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. -Lance Morene’s family and friends, impacted by his unresolved homicide, gather together to remember him. Nearly three years have gone by and there are still no answers for a Jacksonville mother, Janice Brown, whose son was murdered in 2012. Ms. Brown organized a vigil with FOSCI’s CEO, Beverly McClain, by her side offering support... Read More
Widow to Widow Ministry Offer Support To Widows
The primary focus of the Widow to Widow Ministry is to provide fellowship, encouragement, comfort and support for Women who have lost their spouse. All are welcome to attend Saturday, June 6, 2015 at 12 PM. For more information regarding this ministry please contact Sis. Powell at 904-757-9878.
FOSCI Observes National Crime Victims’ Rights Week 2015
To raise public awareness of families impacted by homicide, FOSCI observed National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW) in Jacksonville, Florida. FOSCI’s theme for this event was “Growth and Community Development”. On April 24, 2015 – 9 AM to 2 PM, FOSCI’s families and friends joined together to recognize National Crime Victims’ Rights Week by participating in... Read More
FOSCI Families Pray For Peace
Amidst rising homicide and crime rates in Jacksonville, Florida, Beverly McClain leads FOSCI families in a prayer vigil on the north side. Violence is not the answer. We must pray for peace and stop the violence. There is a concern that the growing violence is a big threat to community safety and growth. On Saturday,... Read More
FOSCI offers grief support to family of 16 year old boy shot in NW Jacksonville, FL
Families of Slain Children, Inc. (FOSCI) was there to offer support to the family of 16 year old Devron Crowden, shot down at a local bus stop. As homicide increase in Jacksonville, FOSCI’s role in the community increases. Your in-kind and financial support is needed to carry out FOSCI’s cause to offer grief services and... Read More