What is Ounce?
The Ounce of Prevention Fund of Florida is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing prevention policy and investing in impactful programs across Florida. Their work centers on initiatives like Healthy Families Florida, which provides crucial support to parents facing stressful situations, and Prevent Child Abuse Florida, an advocacy group focused on strengthening family structures. Through rigorous research, evaluation, and systems support, Ounce aims to enhance life outcomes for children, with a particular focus on at-risk families and communities, fostering environments conducive to healthy development and well-being.
How much funding has Ounce raised?
Ounce has raised a total of $15M across 2 funding rounds:
Grant
$10M
Debt
$5M
Grant (2014): $10M, investors not publicly disclosed
Debt (2020): $5M led by PPP
Key Investors in Ounce
PPP
Public-Private Partnership
What's next for Ounce?
The recent major strategic investment of $5M signals a period of accelerated growth and expanded reach for Ounce. This capital infusion is expected to bolster their efforts in policy shaping and program investment, potentially leading to the scaling of successful initiatives like Healthy Families Florida and increased advocacy through Prevent Child Abuse Florida. The organization is poised to further solidify its impact on child development and community well-being across Florida, leveraging this financial backing to drive systemic change and support vulnerable populations.
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