WHO WE ARE
OUR STORY
Serving with Grace was born from something deeply personal: we know what it feels like to struggle.
Founded in 2016 by husband and wife Kino and Evangeline Clarke, Serving with Grace grew out of our own experiences growing up in low-income households. We understand firsthand the challenges that families can face when there simply isn't enough to meet every need. We know what it feels like to have to make difficult choices, stretch what you have, and wonder where the next meal, pair of shoes, household item, or other essential resource will come from.
Those experiences never left us. Instead, they became part of the reason we felt called to serve.
We started Serving with Grace with a simple belief: no one should have to face difficult times alone, and everyone deserves to be treated with dignity.
Our name, "Serving with Grace", is rooted in our faith and reflects the heart behind everything we do. For us, Grace is more than a name. It is a way of serving. It means showing love, compassion, kindness, and respect to every person who walks through our doors or receives support from our organization.
We believe that needing help should never mean losing your dignity. Whether someone is receiving food, clothing, household necessities, children's items, or other resources, we want them to feel welcomed, valued, respected, and cared for—not judged by their circumstances.
Our Mission
Serving with Grace, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to helping children, families, and individuals experiencing economic hardship by providing essential goods, resources, and services.
Our mission is to help meet immediate needs while reminding people that they matter, they are valued, and they are not alone.
Through the generosity of donors, community partners, businesses, volunteers, and supporters, we provide resources such as food, clothing, household necessities, children's items, school supplies, furniture, and other essential goods to individuals and families in need.
More Than Giving -
It's How We Serve
Over the years, what began as a simple desire to help has grown into a community of people committed to making a difference throughout South Florida, with a strong focus on Broward and Miami-Dade counties, with expansion into Palm Beach County.
But Serving with Grace has never been only about giving things away.
It's about how we make people feel while we serve them.
We believe there is a difference between simply receiving a donation and being served with compassion. That's why we strive to create an environment where individuals and families feel comfortable asking for help and know they will be treated with kindness and respect.
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We don't define people by their circumstances. We see people for who they are—and we believe every person deserves the opportunity to experience hope, encouragement, and a helping hand when life gets difficult.
What We Provide
Depending on availability and community need, Serving with Grace provides:
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Food and pantry staples
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Clothing and undergarments
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Shoes
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Basic household necessities
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School and educational supplies
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Infant and toddler items
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Furniture
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Toys and recreational items for children
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Other essential goods and resources
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Our needs and programs continue to grow as we listen to the community and respond to the challenges families are facing.
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Serving with Grace is 100% volunteer-operated. Our work is made possible by people who believe that small acts of kindness can create meaningful change.
Every donation, every volunteer hour, every partnership, and every item shared helps us reach another family and remind someone that their community cares.
For a decade, we have had the privilege of serving children, families, and individuals during some of life's most challenging moments. And we are just getting started.
We serve with love.
We give with compassion.
We treat people with dignity.
We show Grace.
Because for us, Serving with Grace isn't just what we do.
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It's who we are.
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Our Impact
At Serving with Grace we empower families to rebuild their lives with dignity and hope.
One such family we had the privilege to assist is Arielle and her three sons. Fleeing domestic violence, Arielle sought refuge and found solace through our services.
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​"I want to thank you so much for your kindness towards the boys and me," Arielle shared. "I was taken aback by the love shown to them amidst the turmoil we were facing. But I am so grateful for you and your husband's empathy for us. My boys talk about the 'special place' all the time! That's what they call your organization."​
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At Serving with Grace, we strive to be that 'special place'—a beacon of hope and support for families like Arielle's. Through our programs, including Grace's Closet and our Food Pantry, we aim to meet immediate needs and foster an environment where individuals can thrive. Join us in our mission to make a positive impact in our community, one family at a time.