Every Child Deserves Safety, Love & Opportunity
Angels Against Abuse supports neglected and abused children in Pinellas County — through supervised visitation, emergency essentials, holiday magic, and life-changing programs.
Standing Up for Children Who Can't Stand Alone
Founded in 2007, Angels Against Abuse is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit serving Pinellas and Pasco Counties, Florida. We build awareness about child neglect and abuse — and we show up, hands-on, for children who need us most.
From safe supervised visitation spaces to emergency essentials, holiday gifts, and extracurricular opportunities — we make sure no child feels forgotten.
Safe Spaces
Supervised visitation centers where children can connect with family in a secure, nurturing environment.
Emergency Essentials
Bridging the gap for underfunded or non-funded requests — from crisis needs to essential items, fulfilled within 24 hours.
Holiday Magic
Fulfilling wishlists for hundreds of children each year so no child feels forgotten during the holidays.
Life-Changing Programs
From early childhood intervention to extracurricular opportunities — creating traditional childhood experiences.
Our Mission
"To make a difference in the lives of children and youth who have been abused and neglected, and give them hope for a better tomorrow."
Our Programs
Ten-plus programs. One mission. Every child in Pinellas and Pasco Counties deserves safety, love, and opportunity.
Angel Visitation Center
A safe, beautifully designed space for supervised visits between foster children and their biological parents — themed after Dolphin Tale 1 & 2.
Hero to a Child
Funding gymnastics, art, sports, and extracurriculars so foster children can experience the childhood milestones they deserve. Recognized by the Florida Sports Hall of Fame.
Christmas Giving
Fulfilling exact wishlists for nearly 400 children last year through partnerships with 8+ agencies. Includes Santa's Corner for emergency removals.
The Numbers Behind the Mission
Every dollar donated, every hour volunteered — it adds up to real change in children's lives.
Angel Visitation Center
A safe, beautifully designed space for supervised visits between foster children and their biological parents. Themed after Dolphin Tale 1 & 2.
Largo, FL 33771
Visits available when receptionist is present
Emergency: (727) 804-7710
Future Vision: We envision expanding the center into a multifunctional space offering foster parent training and meeting space for community partners.
Visitation Rooms
Visitor Guidelines
- All visitors and case managers must fill in the sign-in and sign-out sheet
- No smoking on premises
- Preserve room conditions — do not remove toys or items
- Food consumption preferred in the Mavis Room when available
- Visits are only available when the receptionist is present during operating hours
Invest in a Child's Future
Angels Against Abuse volunteers dedicate thousands of hours each year to education campaigns, direct support for children removed from abusive homes, and community outreach — all with one ultimate goal: to prevent child abuse before it happens. Your donation makes that mission possible.
Your Donation Changes Lives
All money raised and received through donations is used to provide support for children who have been removed from an abusive situation. A donation of any amount can help make the difference in the life of a child.
Angels Against Abuse, Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3). Your donation is tax-deductible.
Prefer to mail a check? Send to: 5301 Gulf Blvd, Unit C304, St. Pete Beach, FL 33706
One Grandmother. One Ribbon. A Movement.
In 1989, Bonnie Finney's grandson was killed by his caregiver. Devastated and determined that no other family should endure the same tragedy, she tied a blue ribbon to her van's antenna as a symbol of her commitment to child protection.
"I wanted people to ask what the ribbon meant — so I could tell them about the children who need our protection."
— Bonnie Finney, Founder
That simple act sparked a nationwide awareness campaign. Today, the blue ribbon is recognized as the symbol of child abuse prevention. Angels Against Abuse carries that legacy forward every day in Pinellas County.
Wear a Blue Ribbon — Donate Today1989
The year one blue ribbon changed how the world sees child protection
35+
Years of awareness
50
States reached
Join Our Circle of Angels
Monthly giving is the most powerful way to support our mission. Your recurring donation funds emergency needs through our Blue Ribbon program and ensures every child has a magical Christmas.
As a monthly Angel, you'll receive updates on the children you're helping — and know that your support never stops, even when emergencies arise.
Emergency Response
Your monthly gift funds our Blue Ribbon program, ensuring we can respond to emergencies within 24 hours.
Christmas Magic
Recurring donors ensure every child has a magical Christmas, year after year, no matter what.
Sustained Impact
Monthly giving provides reliable funding so we can plan ahead and serve more children consistently.
Upcoming Events
From child advocacy to black-tie galas, every event supports our mission and the children we serve.
Annual Child Advocacy Expo
Join us at the Suncoast Tampa Association of Realtors, 4590 Ulmerton Road, Clearwater, FL. Set-up 9–9:30am, Expo 9:30am–1pm. To register email Sandy at sandy@sandykearney.com.
Angel Brunch Bunch Fashion Show
Champagne brunch and fashion show at the St. Pete Yacht Club, 11am–2pm. Unlimited mimosas, raffles, and fashions by Dillard's Tyrone. Tickets $100.
20th Anniversary Blue Ribbon Gala
Celebrate 20 years of Angels Against Abuse at our signature black-tie gala. An elegant evening of dinner, live entertainment, silent and live auction, and recognition of the incredible impact our community has made for children over two decades.
Join the Angels
Our volunteers make a real difference in the lives of foster children. Whether you can give a few hours a month or a few days a week, your time and compassion change lives.
How You Can Help
- Attend monthly meetings and help build awareness of who we are, what we do and why
- Help with attending our events and volunteer for set up and breakdown of the events
- Help with getting auction items for our fundraising events
- Volunteer with some of our partners
- Help us raise money for the programs we have developed
Questions? Contact us at ashley@angelsagainstabuse.org or (727) 330-7023
What People Are Saying
Families, volunteers, and community members share their experiences with Angels Against Abuse.
"Ashley who runs this facility is real!! She is quite experienced in this field. You feel extremely comfortable being here with your children, not judged and uncomfortable and looked down on like the rest of the world does. Ashley is one of a kind."
Bryan Kindel
"My son and daughter had a great time playing here! Great room for my son (6) and my daughter (1.5) to run and play in. The staff are welcoming and the space is wonderfully set up for children of all ages."
Jaclyn Elizabeth
"The staff are the best. They tell the truth. Angel's Against Abuse is the best. They are personally trained and experienced in this field. If you need any 3rd party supervision I recommend this facility without reservation."
Julia Capone
"This is an amazing place to go visit with your child or children. Very safe, fun and age appropriate play rooms for all ages. Miss Ashley is just amazing — she is one of the most caring people I've met."
Cassandra Martin
"Exceptional staff."
Candice Burdette
"Very nice, quiet, very clean area with lots of toys to keep your children busy. My three boys and I had an awesome visit."
Katarzyna Maksymowska
"My experience today at the Angel center was beautifully perfect. The place is beautiful and clean and the rooms are mixed with tranquility and vibrance combined. My visit with my 3 children was perfect. There are so many activities to do and the staff truly care."
Jessica McCall
"Ashley who runs this facility is real!! She is quite experienced in this field. You feel extremely comfortable being here with your children, not judged and uncomfortable and looked down on like the rest of the world does. Ashley is one of a kind."
Bryan Kindel
"My son and daughter had a great time playing here! Great room for my son (6) and my daughter (1.5) to run and play in. The staff are welcoming and the space is wonderfully set up for children of all ages."
Jaclyn Elizabeth
"The staff are the best. They tell the truth. Angel's Against Abuse is the best. They are personally trained and experienced in this field. If you need any 3rd party supervision I recommend this facility without reservation."
Julia Capone
"This is an amazing place to go visit with your child or children. Very safe, fun and age appropriate play rooms for all ages. Miss Ashley is just amazing — she is one of the most caring people I've met."
Cassandra Martin
"Exceptional staff."
Candice Burdette
"Very nice, quiet, very clean area with lots of toys to keep your children busy. My three boys and I had an awesome visit."
Katarzyna Maksymowska
"My experience today at the Angel center was beautifully perfect. The place is beautiful and clean and the rooms are mixed with tranquility and vibrance combined. My visit with my 3 children was perfect. There are so many activities to do and the staff truly care."
Jessica McCall
"Everything about this place is kid friendly. My boys were entertained for hours. Although I bought new and brought new toys and plush pillows, The Center already had a huge amount of Toys and fairly new ones too. My children were very happy here."
Kasia Mak
"Great place and organization but seems understaffed and like they could use more funding and resources. Definitely recommended though."
Mike Werner
"The Angel Center is an amazing place and the women that work there are amazing as well. Thank you so much Angel Center and the women that work there."
Anonymous
"Absolutely fabulous. Thank you so much Miss Ashley and to ALL the supervisors there, I cannot thank you enough for reuniting my daughter and I! Great Place! The best in all the surrounding counties for supervised visitation."
The Peaceful Preacher
"Positive experience with the Angel Center. Ashley and staff are professional and responsive. It is clear why this facility is the first choice for case managers and the judiciary."
Marie Taylor
"If you are considering Angel's Against Abuse for supervised visitation, I highly recommend them. Ashley operates this facility with utmost care of the children, her and her staff are careful and detailed in their reports."
Tasha Leigh
"It's a nice place, everything is clean and new."
Sean Stiller
"Everything about this place is kid friendly. My boys were entertained for hours. Although I bought new and brought new toys and plush pillows, The Center already had a huge amount of Toys and fairly new ones too. My children were very happy here."
Kasia Mak
"Great place and organization but seems understaffed and like they could use more funding and resources. Definitely recommended though."
Mike Werner
"The Angel Center is an amazing place and the women that work there are amazing as well. Thank you so much Angel Center and the women that work there."
Anonymous
"Absolutely fabulous. Thank you so much Miss Ashley and to ALL the supervisors there, I cannot thank you enough for reuniting my daughter and I! Great Place! The best in all the surrounding counties for supervised visitation."
The Peaceful Preacher
"Positive experience with the Angel Center. Ashley and staff are professional and responsive. It is clear why this facility is the first choice for case managers and the judiciary."
Marie Taylor
"If you are considering Angel's Against Abuse for supervised visitation, I highly recommend them. Ashley operates this facility with utmost care of the children, her and her staff are careful and detailed in their reports."
Tasha Leigh
"It's a nice place, everything is clean and new."
Sean Stiller
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Angel News — May 2026: Gala Pause, Fashion Show & Community Partner Spotlight
This month we share an important update on our 2026 Gala pause and our exciting 20th Anniversary plans, details on the upcoming Angel Fashion Show in October, monthly meeting information, and a spotlight on the incredible community partners making a difference for children in Pinellas County.
Your Gift Changed a Life
We have hundreds of donors — and we mean that. People who gave $25 and people who gave $25,000. Individuals, families, businesses, and foundations who quietly, consistently showed up for the children in our community. We are grateful for every single one of you.
We will not attempt to publish a list, because no list could ever be complete enough to honor you all without the risk of leaving someone out — and leaving someone out is something we refuse to do. What we will say instead is this: every program on this website, every child served, every family housed, every Christmas morning made whole — that is your work. We are simply the hands.
The Angels Wall of Fame
Displayed permanently at our Angel Visitation Center, the Wall of Fame honors donors who have given $10,000 or more by name — a reminder to every child who walks through our doors that an entire community stands behind them. To learn more about Wall of Fame recognition, reach out to us directly.
Contact us about Wall of Fame recognitionTogether We're Stronger
We're grateful for the businesses, organizations, and families who stand with us. Without their generosity, none of our programs would be possible.
Champion Partners
Community Partners
Supporting Friends
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Largo, FL 33771
St. Pete Beach, FL 33706