The Greater Ocala Woman’s Club (GOWC) is dedicated to serving Marion County through volunteer work, fundraising, and community support, directly impacting local charities and groups with our time and resources. The committee at Big Lick Gives was pleased to donate towards this organization.
Each year the First Baptist Church of Williston hosts a Back to School Bash in August to provide clothes, school supplies, and other donated items to students in Levy County in preparation for the coming school year. https://www.fbcwilliston.org
We are a statewide, not-for-profit equine driving association dedicated to the fun, sport, and tradition of carriage driving. We offer education, clinics, competitions, social gatherings, and other activities. At Florida Whips, they celebrate not only the artistry and skill of carriage driving but also the camaraderie and friendship that naturally evolve among their members. The... Continue Reading →
The mission of the Fort King Heritage Foundation is to preserve, protect and promote the Fort King National Landmark in Ocala, Florida, while serving as a citizen support group to cultivate and sustain a public private partnership to protect and develop important cultural, historic and natural resources found at the park for future generations. The... Continue Reading →
Run for the Ribbons Inc. provides off-track Thoroughbreds (OTTB) with the foundation needed to ensure a smooth transition into their next career and home. They rescue, rehab, retrain and re-home these horses. Specializing in re-schooling from track to multiple disciplines. We also provide events that create a demand for OTTBs in Florida, as well as... Continue Reading →
The Friends of Goethe Forest has a mission to inspire and support responsible, recreational, non-motorized use of the Forest through its system of trails and trail heads. We seek to improve access, safety, and sustainability on the trails, working in cooperation with the Forest in support of their conservation goals. Good trails protect wildlife and... Continue Reading →
The committee at Big Lick Gives was pleased to donate towards Horses N Heros in 2024 and again in 2025. Horses N Heroes is dedicated to providing an equine learning and mentoring experience for young girls who come from families with extreme financial constraints. There is no fee for participating in the program. The girls are... Continue Reading →
The committee at Big Lick Gives was pleased to donate towards Stirrups 'n Strides. Stirrups 'n Strides mission statement is to empower individuals through therapeutic horseback riding, carriage driving, and equine-assisted therapy. Their vision is to inspire growth, healing, and joy for all ages. Experience the unique benefits, from enhancing mental and physical health to nurturing emotional well-being and... Continue Reading →
The mission of this organization is to creatively inspire and encourage women empowerment through social issues, volunteerism and community partnerships while The WIN House is an extension to their organization. It’s purpose is to assist at-risk young women who have aged out of the foster care agency, with transitioning from supervised living arrangements to independent... Continue Reading →
Growing people's passion for powerful purposes by serving as a conduit between donors, charitable organizations and community leaders, providing financial and leadership frameworks, working proactively with community partners to identify issues and convening leadership from community partners to explore solutions. The committee at Big Lick Gives was pleased to donate towards this foundation in 2024... Continue Reading →
Big Lick Gives donated to help the VOCAL organization. VOCAL's goal is to keep pets in loving homes, and if you are finding it difficult to pay for your pet’s care, they hope they can offer assistance and peace of mind. They offer a variety of services including spay/neuter, vaccine clinics, and specialty surgeries to... Continue Reading →
Saving Mercy provides a wide range of services and assistance for families and individuals who have either experienced chronic homelessness, or who may be at-risk of being homeless. Clients are referred to Saving Mercy by churches, public services agencies, other charitable organizations and word-of-mouth. The goal of Saving Mercy is to assist those who have... Continue Reading →
The mission of the Fort King Heritage Foundation is to preserve, protect and promote the Fort King National Landmark in Ocala, Florida, while serving as a citizen support group to cultivate and sustain a public private partnership to protect and develop important cultural, historic and natural resources found at the park for future generations.
As a supporter of local youth programs, Big Lick Gives donated to help Williston Middle High School Football remain competitive through weight training, meal supplements, and general program needs for the 2024 season.
Williston Middle High School Volleyball Booster Club is a 501c3 Non-Profit; With the goal of raising all types of donated support to the benefit of all Players and Staff of the West Monroe High School Lady Rebel Volleyball Teams. The committee at Big Lick Gives was pleased to donate in 2024 and 2025 towards equipment... Continue Reading →
As a supporter of local youth programs, Big Lick Gives donated to Bronson Youth Sports to help offer sports to children who might otherwise not have the means to join and participate. Bronson Youth Sports is a 501c3 volunteer organization that provides youth sports to children ages 3-17yo in the Bronson, FL area.
Big Lick Gives committee is pleased to offer support to The Florida Whips. The Florida Whips is a statewide, not-for-profit equine driving association dedicated to the fun, sport, and tradition of carriage driving. They offer education, clinics, competitions, social gatherings, and other activities that benefit the carriage driving community.
RADD Sports Charity is a non-profit organization dedicated to CHANGING THE CULTURE of youth sports by promoting equal access to quality sports and fitness programs. Big Lick Gives was pleased to donate to RADD Sports, which in turn donated to the Williston Cheer Program, benefiting local students.
Keenland Library & Museum Foundation preserves history of Thoroughbred sport. In September 2023, the Library launched The Heart of the Turf: Racing's Black Pioneers traveling exhibit as an extension of their education and outreach initiatives in the community. Tammy Gantt at FTBOA is working to bring the traveling exhibit, "The Heart of the Turf: Racing’s Black Pioneers,"... Continue Reading →
We Soar, Inc. is a 501(C)3 tax-exempt arts, education and mentoring organization serving youth and families in Levy County (FL) and surrounding North Central FL area. We Soar's mission statement is to improve the quality of life for the youth, elders and general population of Levy County by offering activities that promote: (1) the arts... Continue Reading →
As a supporter of local youth programs, Big Lick Gives is pleased to donate to Bronson Middle High School Sports. Big Lick Gives committee donated to the JV and Varsity Cheerleading programs to help them remain competitive through assisting the cheerleaders in attending Stunting Camp.
Quantum Leap Farm (QLF) improves quality of life and inspires personal growth, through equine-assisted therapies. Quantum Leap Farm offers services designed to help clients recover from injury or live with mental and/or physical disability. Services include therapeutic riding, occupational therapy, At EASE (Equine-Assisted Exploration), corporate workshops, military programs, and visits/tours. Big Lick Gives has donated... Continue Reading →
The Rock Program is dedicated to empowering all middle school and high school students particularly those that need it most by providing essential supplies that meet their basic needs. To offer hope for the future by empowering these students in the present, ensuring they recognize their inherent value, resilience, and potential to overcome challenges. The... Continue Reading →
Project Hope of Marion County is a non-profit organization, established in 2007 by a faith-based community group, to provide solutions for homelessness among women and their children. Project Hope’s founders witnessed a growing trend of women and children forced to live out of their cars or in other unsheltered places for significant periods of time.... Continue Reading →
Kut Different (KD) is an Ocala-based 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to school & community-based male mentorship/student support & youth development. KD creates a school-to-career pipeline with exposure to positive role models. Their program strives to reach young men and the community by giving G.A.M.E (Guidance, Attention, Motivation, Education) it will change the mindset of many... Continue Reading →
AdventHealth Ocala is working on a special program that focuses on the local need for better health offering for equine industry workers. Reducing barriers to health care for equine workers in Marion County is a top priority for the hospital and has led to the establishment of the AdventHealth Ocala Harnessing Health: Equine Worker Health Initiative.... Continue Reading →
Positive Behavior School at Bronson Elementary is a program where students earn "eagle cash" by being respectful, staying on task, keeping everyone safe. Teachers will also hand it out when they pass tests, or I-Ready lessons on their computers. Then each month, the teachers sign up to bring their students to the Eagle Store where... Continue Reading →
The Suwannee River Fair and Livestock Association supports the 4-H and FFA youth livestock programs in Levy, Gilchrist, and Dixie counties. The program help provide local youth the opportunity to learn more about animal agriculture through a hands-on learning experience by raising, breeding, and marketing animals.
Meadowbrook is a public elementary school in Alachua County. The fourth-grade teachers submitted a request for funding more classroom laptops to help reduce the student-laptop ratio and give more students opportunities to use online learning tools. Big Lick Gives donated in support of this effort in December of 2023.
Established in 1989, their mission is to support public education in Levy County, FL. Big Lick Gives donated in support of Levy County public schools in December of 2023. Learn more on their website!
Each year the Williston FFA Foundation raises funds to help ensure that the FFA and 4-H youth who are exhibiting market animals at the Suwannee River Youth Fair get a fair price for their project animals. In March of 2023, Big Lick Gives donated to the Williston FFA Foundation as part of this effort to... Continue Reading →
Founded in 1983, the Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation’s mission is clear and simply stated: To save Thoroughbred horses no longer able to compete on the racetrack from possible neglect, abuse and slaughter. The TRF Second Chances Program is a unique and pioneering program where inmates build life skills while participating in a vocational training program as they provide supervised care... Continue Reading →
Horses N' Heroes is dedicated to providing an equine learning and mentoring experience for young girls who come from families with extreme financial constraints. There is no fee for participation in the program. These girls are given the opportunity to bond with horses and through that experience, they gain self-esteem. The girls also learn about responsibility, teamwork, kind-heartedness, commitment, and... Continue Reading →
The Williston Middle Highschool Baseball program provided junior high and high school students the opportunity to participate in a school athletics program where they can develop the skill of sportsmanship, leadership, and teamwork. Big Lick Gives donated to the Williston Middle High School Baseball Boosters to support their spring 2022-2026 season.
About Tomorrow's Equestrian Center (TEC): TEC is a non-profit, therapeutic riding program providing services to the North Central Florida area, including Marion County, Levy County, Citrus County, and Alachua County. The program is offered at a nominal fee, or free to those unable to pay. Its mission is to provide recreational and therapeutic riding to... Continue Reading →
Just Neighbors is a new local non-for-profit organization founded by Mike Lightner that helps make home ownership accessible for underprivileged individuals. New homes are constructed and are purchased by individuals or families at an affordable rate with a fixed low mortgage for 10 years. Big Lick Gives donated to Just Neighbors in May of 2022... Continue Reading →
