Dan's Pawn has been giving back to the community for years .  We also encourage each of our employees to select a charity they like to support, and we provide matching funds.  Current and past donations include (but are not limited to):

Catholic Charities of Northwest Florida - We are pleased to support their annual charity ball, by donating items that can be auctioned. Avery has worked with Stephanie Gagnon in this effort, and is glad to assist in their fall fundraising efforts. Here's Stephanie accepting a donated item (jewelry) for their latest auction from our Springfield Store Manager, Mr Wesley Burnham.

Peaden Golf Classic - This year, Peaden Air Conditioning, Heating & Plumbing is organizing a Charity Golf Classic and has chosen One Positive Place, Inc. (After School Assistance Program) as it's beneficiary this year.  At present the facility they have holds 30 kids with three times as many on the waiting list.  They are raising money to build a new facility to benefit 100+ at risk students.  We offered to donate merchandise for this charity tournament.  So one lucky golfer will take home a Playstation 3 game system as their door prize. The tournament takes place 10/14/11 at the Bay Point Nicklaus Course.  Our very own Melody Little is shown donating this item to Ms Vivienne Reilly, the marketing director at Peaden.

American Cancer Society - We donated a very lovely diamond ring for the Cattle Barrons Ball which was sold via the silent auction.  Avery and his wife attended the Ball as well, dancing up a storm & raising money for a great cause.  Being a native of Texas, this is one of Avery's favorite events!

Bay Haven Charter Academy  - Dan's Pawn proudly supports the Bay Haven Band Boosters. Here Avery presents a check to the BHCA Band Boosters President, Elizabeth Hicks. Go Bobcats!!

Salvation Army Domestic Violence Shelter  - It's not everyday you get to make a difference in someone's life, but today, JD did just that. He used our Charitable Giving Program here at Dan's Pawn to help the Salvation Army Domestic Violence Center today. Thank you JD, you are one in a million!

Wings for Warriors  - This years Musical Instrument Gift Day (sponsored by the NPA) benefited the Wings for Warriors Project.  We are pleased and humbled to be able to give back to those who have been injured serving our great country.  If you haven't lately, please thank every soldier you see both active and retired.

Habitat for Humanity  - As you can see by the huge smile on Kevin's face, he was very proud to use our Charitable Giving Program to help out Habitat for Humanity today. Not only did we give them some much needed money but Kevin is going to put together a team of Dan's Pawn employees to help out with the next build. Way to go Kevin!!

George A Butchikas Autism Foundation  - We are pleased to be able to donate an item for auction at this years BBQ & Silent Auction.  Their annual BBQ and Silent Auction will be held on Sunday, Oct 16, 2011 from 6-9 PM at Angelo's Steak Pit!  They partner with ... Florida State University Early Childhood Autism Program (FSU-ECAP)   The proceeds help provide scholarships for ABA therapy to many ECAP clients in need, and helps other autism related organizations as well!  The George A. Butchikas foundation was founded to provide intensive and individual therapy services to local children with autism.

Northwest Florida Blood Center  -  Darrel , a pawnbroker at our St. Andrew's (Beck Avenue) location chose to donate to the Northwest Florida Blood Center this year. He wanted to support the blood center to celebrate his friend receiving a life saving bone marrow transplant.  Thank you for your generosity Darrel!

Fellowship of Christian Athletes - Wesley, manager of the Springfield store, chose to give to the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) today at their leadership training class. Mr. Sean Allen accepted our donation on behalf of the FCA. Way to go Wesley!

Early Education & Care - Marcus, assistant manager of the St. Andrew's store, chose to give to Early Education and Care today at their office. Marcus' donation will send 10 kids on a field trip that might not otherwise get to participate. We are so proud of Marcus!

Junior Achievement  - We were pleased to sponsor JA this year.  Junior Achievement of Northwest Florida is business people, educators and others who volunteer their time in our local schools. Using nationally developed curriculum and hands-on experience, they help young people understand the economics of life. Junior Achievement programs help prepare young people for the real world by showing them how to generate wealth and effectively manage it, how to create jobs which make their communities more robust, and how to apply entrepreneurial thinking to the workplace. Students put these lessons into action and learn the value of contributing to their communities.  Our own Avery Adcock is just such a teacher, giving of his time to help mold the future business leaders of our great city.

Future Business Leaders  - The F.B.L. Scholarship Fund provides an educational opportunity for pawn industry employees and their families with financial needs. Several pawnbrokers have consulted with local politicians and church officials for student referrals who have shown exemplary community or church involvement, as well as scholastic and academic excellence.

Concerns of Police Survivors (C.O.P.S.)  - Pawnbrokers across the country are honored to help this fine organization continue their mission of "rebuilding shattered lives" of the surviving family members and affected co-workers of law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty. C.O.P.S. is a national, not-for-profit, 501(c)3 organization with 50 chapters throughout the United States, that gives scholarships to surviving spouses and children of fallen law enforcement officers. C.O.P.S. believes that higher education for any child should not be put in jeopardy or disrupted because of the unforeseen tragedy that has befallen the family, and that educating a surviving spouse only ensures that the family will be better off financially. C.O.P.S. is proud to announce the organization has just surpassed the $1 million mark in scholarships. To learn more and/or contribute directly, please visit www.nationalcops.org.

Springfield Police Department  - Anti-Drug Campaign, pamphlets for distribution in local elementary schools.

City of Panama City - We enjoy donating to their Annual Christmas Party (merchandise for door prizes, etc.)

Mosley High School  -   We have supported the dolphins Football program before, donating to their "Touchdown Club" in several ways, including their golf tournament fundraisers.  We have also donated to their MAPPS program, and Soccer boosters.

United Way of Northwest Florida - They have several activities we have supported over the years.

March of Dimes  -  We support Bill Kinsaul and Patty Kelley's efforts to raise money for March of Dimes  http://www.baycoclerk.com/2011/05/26/employee-of-the-quarter/   2011 MISSION REPORT  Over 231,000 babies are born in Florida every year, find out what the March of Dimes Florida Chapter is doing to help them have stronger, healthier lives.  The Clerk’s office raised $15,400 for the March of Dimes this year, and placed second in overall fundraising for Bay County. They had a Fish Fry that was a huge success and raised over $4,000.  They also had numerous bake sales and luncheons, and overall they worked very hard.  Congratulations.  We are thrilled to play a small part in your success.  Definitely a worthy cause!

Camo Dreams  - Through this organization, Derek & Chad are dedicated to providing once-in-a-lifetime outdoor opportunities to deserving children with disabilities or terminal illness.  They have access to some of the absolute best private properties in South Georgia and North Florida.  Their dream is to make kids dreams come true.  Every year their goal is to do something a little different, a little better, and a little bigger.  Several weeks ago a co-worker was drawn for the second week of Alligator season here in Florida. He generously offered one of his two tags for use by Camo Dreams. George has hunted before and thought that getting a 6ft gator for a kid would be a great hunt and a greater adventure. Turns out it was an adventure that we will all never forget!!!  That smile says it all!! The gator was an inch and a half over 10 feet long and took over 3 hours to get in the boat!!

Derek C. Fussell, President
W. Chad Redding, Vice President
Camo Dreams, Inc.  (a Florida Non-Profit Corporation)   . . .  Because some people don't dream in black and white, or color, they dream in camo.

Shaddai Shriners  - We enjoy supporting Greg Williams'  Fall banquet every year.  He and the Shriners raise money to help pay for the transportation fund, that pays for the equipment necessary to carry children and their families to Shriners' burn unit hospitals.

Muscular Dystrophy Association  -  We participate in the annual "Lock-Up Program" which raises money for Jerry's kids in the fight against MD. Thanks to our General Manager, Mr. Jason Austin, for supporting MDA last year and raising almost $1000!   We helped get Vivienne Reilly (Peaden Air Cond) out of jail last year... she was well on her way to raising over $2500.

Gulf Jazz Society  - Founded in 1997, the Gulf Jazz Society (GJS) serves as an advocate of jazz music in the Panama City, Panhandle region of Florida. As part of its annual program, the GJS awards scholarships and introduces jazz to local schools.   We help sponsor their Jazz in the Park event in the fall every year, held in St Andrews at Oaks by the Bay park.

St. Andrews Waterfront Partnership - We've donated bicycles, mowers, tools, etc... to the group over the years.  This year we were glad to help them bring the historic original safe back to the Publishing Museum, they raised the money in just 45 days!

Friends of NRA -  This wonderful group supports the future of the shooting sports including paying for high school shooting activities, like range time, ammo, competition fees, etc.  Since its inception in 1992, Friends of NRA has held over 12,000 events, reached over two million attendees and raised over $140 million for The NRA Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.   We not only help Greg Williams every year by being a sponsor of this event, but we also attend the actual dinner & auction. 

Girls, Inc.  - Girls Incorporated is a national nonprofit youth organization dedicated to inspiring all girls to be strong, smart, and bold. With roots dating to 1864, Girls Inc has provided vital educational programs to millions of American girls, particularly those in high-risk, underserved areas. Today, innovative programs help girls confront subtle societal messages about their value and potential, and prepare them to lead successful, independent, and fulfilling lives.   They do great work and we are pleased to be able to support them.

Autism Education Center - Our online Autism Education Center focuses on educating, learning, relating and supporting anyone who has an interest or is affected by Autism. We hope to use these key elements to build self esteem and confidence in all and any lives touched by Autism. We intend to bring Autism into the public eye and in so doing dismiss many of the misconceptions that surround autism. Our physical center for autistic children is located in Lynn Haven, Florida and is staffed by nurses, therapists and local educators to name a few.