Covid-19 Response and FAQ

COVID-19 Response & FAQs 

To our supporters and families, 

With the health and safety top of mind for our employees, the youth and families we serve, and the general public, Camp Fire Gulf Wind, Inc. is taking steps to minimize the spread of COVID-19. Our leadership team continues to regularly review and follow advisement from the Florida Department of Health and other government agencies. Ultimately, we find our core values guiding us through the evolving and uncertain situation with COVID-19. 

 “Can-do Collaboration” is just what you’ll see as we navigate the evolving and uncertain situation with COVID-19. We are diligently collaborating with our partners and supporters to adjust and modify programs, events, meetings, etc. 

 “Fostering Youth & Community” guides us to make decisions that are in the best interest of our staff, families we serve, and the broader community as we cancel and adjust programs, events, meetings, etc. in alignment with government and medical recommendations and requirements. 

 “Love of Nature” is our reminder to practice and encourage each other to be attentive to self-care to manage stress. Watch our social media for activities and ideas for outdoor time – all while practicing proper hygiene and distancing precautions to support your overall well-being. 

We hope that the FAQs below help answer some of your initial questions, please reach-out with additional questions. 

FAQ

•   Is the Camp Fire Gulf Wind, Inc. office open? 

-Our physical office at 1814 Creighton Rd and Century Youth Learning Center are open during regular business hours Monday - Friday.



-Our After-school Sites at Longleaf Elementary and Scenic Heights Elementary are open and accepting students, as long as Escambia County Schools are open. Please visit our staff page to contact staff directly during business hours (contact info is online: www.campfirekidsfl.org). 

•  Who do I contact with general questions during this time?

 For general questions please email info@cfigulfwind.org or call our main line (850) 476-1760. Our headquarters is open Monday- Friday and we monitor messages regularly.

•  Who do I contact with camp program questions during this time?

The best way is to email info@cfgulfwind.org or call our main line (850) 476-1760. Our headquarters is open Monday- Friday and we monitor messages regularly.

•  I have an in-person meeting scheduled with Camp Fire Gulf Wind, Inc. Are those being held? 

Nonessential meetings will be rescheduled. Feel free to reach out to the person you’re scheduled with or know that our staff will be reaching out regarding meeting adjustments. 

•  Are in-person youth programs being held? 

-Century Youth Learning Center is open Monday - Friday with original operating hours.

-Our After-school Sites at Longleaf Elementary and Scenic Heights Elementary are open and accepting students.

-When schools are back in session, we will resume school-based programs in coordination with each school. We will communicate directly with partners and families to provide additional updates. 

•  What is the status of Camp Fire Gulf Wind community & board events? 

-We deeply value the opportunity to connect our supporters to the impact and value of nature-based learning and environmental educations programs for youth, and will be making appropriate adjustments to upcoming events. We are following the guidelines from the CDC to cancel/postpone all events of 50 people or more through mid-May. We will reach out directly to registered guests of each affected event. 

-Please email info@cfgulfwind.org with additional questions or concerns. 

In the spirit of our core values, we want to share our sincere gratitude for families and donors who are reaching out to share your concern and dedication to our team and programs. It is clear this situation will have some impact on our services and finances – as with many organizations and businesses. In this uncertain time, we are thankful for your continued support of our mission and the youth we serve. 

Thank you, 

Camp Fire Gulf Wind, Inc.