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Nations Association, was founded by Rev. Israel Suarez in Southwest Florida in 1978. Over the years Nations mentored and reinforced positive lifestyles and values that allowed families and young people to take their place as productive members in our community. Through our mentorship, these families and young people learned life skills, and were taught personal responsibility and leadership. The young people that participated in our programs earned scholarships, volunteered in the community, and mentored those that came after them.

Over the years, thousands were able to benefit from our assistance and our programs. 

In 1990 Nations Association was recognized with the Point of Light designation
by President George H.W. Bush.

Programs and Education that Nations Association Provided Over the Years:

Drug & Suicide Prevention

family assistance

YOUTH
SUPPORT

HEALTH FAIR

D.O.V.E.
Help & Counseling

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Community Service Learning

financial literacy

We Partnered with Community Leaders, Businesses & Organizations

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lee county sheriff, nations association, partnerships
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OUR CORE VALUES INCLUDED:

Sense of Purpose

Self-Reliance

Sense of Community

Service to Others

Since opening the doors in 1978, Nations Association helped others in need in our community.

“A mentor is someone who allows you to see the hope inside yourself.”  ~Oprah Winfrey

Nations Association is a 501(c), non-profit organization.
A copy of the official registration and financial information may be obtained from the Division of Consumer Services by calling toll free within Florida 1-800-435-7352 or by visiting floridaconsumerhelp.com. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval or recommendation by the State. FL Reg. CH3022