HELLO, My Name Is: IDignity
Throughout out Central Florida, at periodic events, IDignity provides Florida ID Cards, Birth Certificates and Social Security Cards with assistance from legal counsel. IDignity was created to help the disadvantaged in Central Florida overcome the difficulties of obtaining the personal identification that is crucial to enabling them to become self-sufficient (such as applying for jobs). This program was created through the collaboration of five local downtown churches. The agencies that IDignity events host are: the Florida Division of Drivers License, Orange County Health Department (birth certificates), Veterans Affairs, Social Security Administration, legal counsel and others. IDignity provides these services more often and also incorporates the particularly difficult task of obtaining out-of-state birth certificates.
The overwhelming demand for these services has become more difficult after recent law "enhancements" that have made it tougher for even ME to renew my driver's license. I first learned of this organization through my friend's church at a local fundraiser. I've spent some time looking into the group and decided to donate to this great cause. I'm forced to turn people who have homes away from job opportunities if they are unable to provide the appropriate documentation... I can't imagine the struggles if you don't even have that. I encourage you to check the group out and you are so inclined... make a donation or sign up to volunteer. We are so very fortunate. Don't ever forget that. www.idignity.org
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