Across Florida, middle and high school students are experiencing a spiritual crisis characterized by a troubling rise in mental health concerns leading to suicidal thoughts as well as illegal substance abuse. First Priority is dedicated to empowering students to transform this reality through the power of the Gospel.
OUR NICHE
Students Reaching Students.
OUR MISSION
To take the Hope of Christ to every student.
OUR VISION
To unite the local church with a plan of action to
influence middle and high schools with the Gospel.
WHY FIRST PRIORITY?
- First Priority is cost-effective, scalable, and utilizes a proven process for success.
- First Priority is accredited by ECFA and Excellence in Giving for accountability, transparency, and financial assessment.
- First Priority tackles a significant need by leveraging local people and resources to create a grassroots movement.
- The First Priority model has the potential to spark revival in America’s schools.
WHY FLORIDA?
- 3,095 Middle & High Schools
- 1,544,405 Students
- 18 Districts
- 14,000+ Churches
SHAPING FLORIDA’S TOMORROW
YEAR 1
- Projected Budget: $738,650.00
GOALS
- Hire: Florida State Director, 2 Regional Managers, and an Administrative Assistant
- Launch: 2 Districts, including one District Director and one Area Coordinator.
YEAR 2
- Projected Budget: $788,947.50
GOALS
- Launch: 2 New Districts
YEAR 3
- Projected Budget: $979,094.88
GOALS
- Hire: Regional Manager
- Launch: 2 New Districts
The Florida State Office will be supporting Districts by providing guidance and resources throughout their 3-year plans to ensure successful implementation and long-term growth. The Florida Region is vital for this mission and is fully backed by the national office.
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2024-2025 IMPACT
1,065 CLUBS NATIONALLY
10,638 DECISIONS FOR CHRIST
6,332 STUDENT LEADERS
1,362 CHURCH PARTNERSHIPS
The First Priority Florida State Office will be an integral part of First Priority of America, a national 501(c)(3) organization. The national objective is to establish 6,186 Christian clubs on school campuses within 10 years, aiming for 65,000+ decisions for Christ annually and influencing 16% of the public middle and high schools in America. The Florida Region is vital for this mission and is fully backed by the national office.
