The Florida Network of Youth and Family Services is a statewide nonprofit association representing 31 member agencies that serve runaway, truant, ungovernable, and other troubled youth and their families. Founded in 1976 and headquartered in Tallahassee, Florida, the organization operates as a 501(c)(3) public charity. The Network's member agencies have served nearly one million youth and families over three decades, including individuals from diverse backgrounds including visible minorities, people with disabilities, and new immigrants.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$8.5M
+16.7% YoY
Annual Giving
$41.8M
+15.9% YoY
Grant Count
32
+3.2% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$1.3M
+12.3% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: The Florida Network of Youth and Family Services is a statewide association of agencies that works to prevent juvenile delinquency and child abuse through the strengthening of youth and families.
The organization serves a statutorily defined population known as Children and Families in Need of Services (CINS/FINS). Primary focus areas include:
- Coordination of statewide youth and family community service centers
- Support and guidance for runaways and their families
- Youth advocacy
- Information sharing and technical assistance
- Resource development services
- Prevention of juvenile delinquency and child abuse
Grantmaking
The Florida Network functions as both a service provider and a grantmaker to its member agencies. Recent grant activity includes:
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Florida Network operates statewide throughout Florida, with a delivery system of core services provided by member agencies across the state.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Most Recent (2024):
- Total Assets: $8,489,676
- Total Revenue: $49,157,239
- Total Expenses: $49,026,726
- Total Giving: $43,884,427
- Staff: 16 employees
Historical Context:
- Founded: 1976
- Tax-exempt status: July 1994
- EIN: 59-1696847
2023 Figures:
- Revenue: $41.4M
- Expenses: $41.3M
- Total Assets: $7.27M
- Total Liabilities: $5.45M
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $8,489,676 | $7,272,828 | $6,468,775 |
| Revenue | $49,157,239 | $41,407,745 | $38,154,181 |
| Expenses | $49,026,726 | $41,297,275 | $38,058,166 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $72,346 | $9,924 | $834 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
155 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Karen Sanchez - Principal Officer
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DOMINIC CALABRO | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DON ESLINGER | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| KIM SIRDEVAN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| LAINE POWELL | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| LAURIE JACKSON | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| LEILIA SUNDSTORM | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MARK GREENWALD | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MATT MEADOWS | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MICHAEL SORE | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MIKE CARROLL | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| MIKE MILLER | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| RENEE LAYMAN | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| TIERRA SMITH | DIRECTOR | 1 | — |
| DENNIS JONES | CHAIRMAN | 1 | — |
| SAMUEL MORLEY | VICE CHAIRMAN | 1 | — |
| CHRIS DUDLEY | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| ALLISON HILL | TREASURER | 1 | — |
| CARL WEINRICH | IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIRMAN | 1 | — |
| STACY GROMATSKI | PRESIDENT/CEO | 45 | $183,738 |
| KAREN SANCHEZ | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 45 | $95,700 |
| AMY ORMAN | CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER | 45 | $122,819 |
| JAMES MINOR | FJJA EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 45 | $127,559 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
The Florida Network has received federal grant funding for prevention initiatives, including the SHAREET CARES Prevention Project. The organization continues to recognize community leaders and service agencies working within its network to support youth and families in need.
Funding Opportunities - Florida NetworkSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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