Jacksonville

Community Corner: Really Free Market
2025-12-06 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Memorial Park (1620 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32204), 1620 Riverside Ave, Jacksonville, FL, 32205, United States
Really Free Market is a cool, local mutual aid initiative that aligns with CISV values by:

Encourages sustainability and responsible consumption by bringing still useful items that you no longer use and need a new home
Promotes peace and equity through sharing without expectation – no money, no trade, no judgement – take what you need
Strengthens community by inviting people of all backgrounds to connect, share, and support each other
Embodies CISV’s mission of peace through action

How can you participate?

CISV Jacksonville will be there with a picnic blanket to put our items on.
Bring 2 or more useful items: books, toys, clothing, food.
Take home any items you brought that weren’t taken by someone else (we leave no trace here!).
“Take all you want, give all you want. You don’t need to trade, barter, ask permission, feel weird, or anything. Just come as you are, and have fun!”

Village & Faces Fun Day #1 and CISV 101
2026-01-10 09:00 - 12:00 | Emmett Reed Community Center, 1093 W Sixth Street, Jacksonville, FL, 32209, United States
Village & Faces Fun Day #1
Join us for an exciting Saturday morning where future global citizens come together! Our Village & Faces Fun Day gives children a taste of the amazing CISV experience through interactive games, activities, and friendship-building led by our enthusiastic Junior Branch leaders.
This is your chance to explore what makes CISV special while having an absolute blast! Children will participate in classic CISV activities that build communication, cooperation, and cross-cultural understanding. Meanwhile, parents can learn about our educational approach and connect with other families considering this life-changing opportunity during our CISV 101.
Open to Village applicants (born Sept 1, 2014 – Aug 31, 2015) and Faces applicants (4th-5th graders in 2026-27 school year). Whether you’ve already applied or are just curious about CISV, come discover why our programs create friendships that last a lifetime!
Selection Process: Attending more events increases your chances of selection. The Friday night overnight event is mandatory for all applicants. Learn more about the selection process – HERE
Village Applications & Interviews: All Village applicants and parents of new applicants will participate in interviews during selection events.

Apply Here
Parent Interview Sign-up Here

Contact cisvjax@gmail.com for more information

CISV 101 Info Session Bolles Whitehurst Campus
2026-01-20 08:15 - 08:45 | Bolles Whitehurst Campus Library, 7400 San Jose Blvd., Jacksonville, FL, 32217, United States
Are you considering CISV for your child? At CISV 101, parents and kids who have participated in CISV international and local educational programs share their experiences, explain the history and goals of CISV. We also discuss what happens at CISV programs and next steps for your child becoming a CISV participant.
Come learn what CISV is all about!! We will be hosting a CISV 101 at Green Room
*Presentations run about 60-90 minutes long and we encourage you to bring your child if they would like to attend.
Please RSVP with the link above!

Village & Faces Fun Day #2 and CISV 101
2026-01-24 09:00 - 12:00 | Shepherd of the Woods – Southside, 7860 Southside Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32256, United States
Village & Faces Fun Day #2
Join us for an exciting Saturday morning where future global citizens come together! Our Village & Faces Fun Day gives children a taste of the amazing CISV experience through interactive games, activities, and friendship-building led by our enthusiastic Junior Branch leaders.
This is your chance to explore what makes CISV special while having an absolute blast! Children will participate in classic CISV activities that build communication, cooperation, and cross-cultural understanding. Meanwhile, parents can learn about our educational approach and connect with other families considering this life-changing opportunity during our CISV 101.
Open to Village applicants (born Sept 1, 2014 – Aug 31, 2015) and Faces applicants (4th-5th graders in 2026-27 school year). Whether you’ve already applied or are just curious about CISV, come discover why our programs create friendships that last a lifetime!
Selection Process: Attending more events increases your chances of selection. The Friday night overnight event is mandatory for all applicants. Learn more about the selection process – HERE
Village Applications & Interviews: All Village applicants and parents of new applicants will participate in interviews during selection events.

Apply Here
Parent Interview Sign-up Here

Contact cisvjax@gmail.com for more information

Youth Program Overnight Selection Event
2026-01-30 19:00 - 2026-01-31 08:30 | RPDS, 830 Oak St, jacksonville, FL, 32202
Join us for the mandatory overnight selection event for youth aged 12-17 applying for Step Up, Youth Meeting, and Fortnight programs! This essential Friday night experience gives participants a firsthand taste of CISV games, activities, and the independence needed for international programs.
Led by our Junior Branch leaders and experienced adult volunteers, this supervised overnight maintains a 1:8 adult-to-youth ratio while providing classic CISV experiences. It’s our opportunity to get to know each applicant while giving families deeper insights into CISV’s educational approach and program specifics.
For Parents: Join our CISV 101 Presentation (7:15-8:30 pm) featuring stories and insights from past CISV participants and their families.
Applications & Interviews: All applicants and parents of new applicants will participate in interviews during selection events. Please complete applications before the overnight. APPLY HERE,

First Time Youth Meeting & Step Up Parent Interview Sign-up Here
Food Item Sign-up Here
Adult Leader Interview Sign-up- Coming Soon!

Contact cisvjax@gmail.com for more information.

Fortnight Info Sesh: JB Panel (Virtual)
2026-02-02 19:30 - 20:30 | FL
Learn more about our USA national camp! Previous Fortnight participants will share about their unique experiences and you’ll have an opportunity to ask additional questions.
This is open to all Junior Branch as well as interested adults.
What’s Fortnight?
Fortnight is an engaging two-week domestic summer program that is affordable and a whole bunch of fun for youth aged 16 to 17.
In addition to content that will explore many new topics, such as what it means to be a U.S. citizen, cultural awareness, and American cultural history and diversity, the camp will also focus on community service. In a recent poll of members of the CISV Junior Branch, 90% responded they would like to see a large community service component as well as educational content and CISV workshopping (not to mention good food!).
Topic: Fortnight Panel
Time: Feb 2, 2026 07:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81144022929
Meeting ID: 811 4402 2929

Village & FACES Overnight Selection Event 2026
2026-02-06 19:00 - 2026-02-07 08:30 | RPDS, 830 Oak St, jacksonville, FL, 32202
Join us for the mandatory overnight experience that’s essential for all Village delegate and leader applicants! This Friday night adventure gives children (born Sept 1, 2014 – Aug 31, 2015) a firsthand taste of CISV games, activities, and the independence they’ll need for their international Village experience.
Our experienced Junior Branch leaders and adult volunteers will guide participants through team-building activities and classic CISV experiences in a safe, supervised environment with a 1:8 adult-to-youth ratio. This overnight helps us get to know each applicant while giving families a deeper understanding of CISV’s educational approach.
Special for Parents: Join our CISV 101 where adults can learn more about our programs and gain insights into what makes CISV special.
Village Applications & Interviews: All Village applicants and parents of new applicants will participate in interviews during selection events. Please complete applications before the overnight. APPLY HERE

Parent Interview Sign-up Here
Food Item Sign Up Here
Adult Leader Interview Sign-up – Coming Soon!

Contact cisvjax@gmail.com for more information.

2026 Service Day with City Year Jacksonville
2026-02-07 08:30 - 12:00 | Arlington Middle School, 8141 Lone Star Rd, Jacksonville, FL, 32211, United States
PLEASE REGISTER THROUGH THE CITY YEAR LINK BELOW.
Dear CISV Jacksonville Community,
For the 3rd year in a row, we will be participating in City Year Jacksonville’s annual Day of Service. The focus of our volunteer efforts will be a campus beautification project at Arlington Middle School, one of the schools where AmeriCorps Members from our organization serve.
Here’s what you need to do:

Register on City Year’s Official Event Page: When registering, list “CISV Jacksonville” under “Company.” In the “Additional Comments” section, mention the age of any youth volunteers. This information will aid City Year in assigning tasks appropriately. You can register on their event page here.
After registering, please let us know! We’ll make a group chat for participating CISVers. Message Reggie at 904-903-1578 or email cisvjax@gmail.com

Register at this link OR: https://support.cityyear.org/event/cyjmlkday2026/e744695
For any inquiries, please contact us at cisvjax@gmail.com.
Thank you for your participation!

JB Mini Camp 2026-Camp is FULL!
2026-02-13 19:00 - 2026-02-16 11:00 | Camp St. Johns at Marywood Retreat Center, 235 Marywood Dr,, St Johns, FL, 32259, United States
Mini Camp Overview
Discover the excitement of Mini Camp, a dynamic weekend filled with engaging CISV activities, educational content, and vibrant camaraderie. Our dedicated CISV Jacksonville Junior Branch Board is orchestrating an exceptional mini camp experience.
Key Details:

Theme: Mini Camp Goes Upside Down
Start with Connection: As participants come from various schools, the camp begins with icebreakers and “getting to know you” activities on Friday. Saturday features 4-5 theme-related activities, with additional sessions on Sunday. Each activity is followed by a debrief to discuss the impact on attitudes, skills, and knowledge.

How to Register:

Youth Participants: Camp is FULL! Registration Closed
Adult Chaperones (Aged 18+): Register Here

Registration Fees:

Register by Jan 31: $200
Late registration (after Jan 31): $250
Limited partial financial aid is available based on need. Please complete the financial aid application.

Payment Options (Click on one of the links below):
Tier 1: $300 Scholarship Fund

This recommended amount includes a $100 contribution to the scholarship fund. The scholarship fund will make it possible for more youth to participate and come to camp.

Tier 2: $200 Standard

This amount is our breakeven costs that covers your individual child’s costs.

LATE REGISTRATION: $250

Age Group:

Mini Camp is open to participants aged 10 to 21 and adult chaperones.

Location:

Camp St. John, Saint Johns County, Florida
Address: 235 Marywood Drive St. Johns, FL 32259
Campsite Details

Transportation:

No formal carpools organized. Informal carpools encouraged. Indicate the person picking up your camper on the registration form.

What to Bring:

Snacks to share
Comfortable clothing
Weather-appropriate attire
Sleeping bag or sheets and blanket
Pillow, towels, shower shoes
Closed-toe shoes/sneakers
Toiletries, sunscreen, bug spray
Reusable water bottle, flashlight, raincoat
A positive attitude!

Additional Information:

Arrival: 7-9 pm on Friday; having already eaten dinner
Departure: Around 11:00 am on Monday
Meals provided from Saturday breakfast to Monday breakfast, included in the camp fee
Camp T-shirts included in registration fee

Cell Phone Policy:

Recommended to leave phones at home
Only adult chaperones and Junior Branch board members are permitted to have phones during mini camp
Phones of participants will be secured during the event

Behavior Guidelines:

Refer to CISV’s Behavior Policy

Contact Information:

For pre-camp inquiries: cisvjax@gmail.com or text Reggie at +1 (904)903-1578 or Taylor at +1(904)625-0652
During camp, contact Reggie Agulto at +1 (904) 903-1578 or cisvjax@gmail.com.

Vintage Video: Watch Here to see what happens at a mini camp.

Painting with a Twist Adult Social & Fundraiser
2026-02-22 14:30 - 17:00 | Painting With A Twist, 1525 San Marco Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32207, United States
Calling all adults! Join CISV Jacksonville for a fun afternoon out while supporting a wonderful cause. Whether you’re looking to unwind, meet up with friends, or simply enjoy some creative time, this paint night is the perfect excuse for an adults-only social!
Event Details:

Date: Sunday, February 22, 2026
Time: 2:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: Painting with a Twist, 1525 San Marco Blvd, Jacksonville, FL 32207
$45 per person

Leave the kids at home and treat yourself to an afternoon of relaxation and creativity! No artistic experience necessary – you’ll be guided step-by-step as you paint a beautiful Jacksonville skyline. Bring your friends, make new connections, and take home your own masterpiece.
Your participation directly supports CISV Jacksonville’s peace education programs. Space is limited, so grab your spot and join us for painting and good company!
Register here: https://www.paintingwithatwist.com/studio/jacksonville/event/4146707/

JB Event: United Way ALICE Simulation
2026-02-28 09:30 - 12:30 | Downtown Vision, 29 West Duval St, Jacksonville, FL, 32202, United States
This event is open to 12 years old and above! This includes all adults (leaders, parents, and alumni).
This event is a Junior Branch Board initiative in partnership with the United Way of Northeast Florida. We need 30 participants (adults and children) to make this a successful simulation.
CISV camp programming often includes simulations that allow youth to better understand different social issues from poverty and human rights to trust and miscommunication. This partnership with United Way allows the Junior Branch to be full participants by handing the facilitation over to United Way.
For parents and adults, this is a unique opportunity for you to experience a fraction of what children may take part in at a CISV camp program. It will also provide understanding of the poverty demographics in our city.
When You Sign Up:

If multiple members of your family are participating, please have each person register. We’re collecting data we need to prepare for the simulation.
If anything comes up and you need to cancel, please reach out to us at: cisvjbjax@gmail.com and CC cisvjax@gmail.com.

What Does ALICE Stand For?
Information taken from the United Way NEFL website here.
“ALICE is an acronym for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed. These individuals earn above the Federal Poverty Level but still struggle to cover essential expenses. ALICE families are typically those working one or more low-wage jobs with little or no savings and are often overlooked and undercounted by traditional poverty measures.”
“At United Way of Northeast Florida, we work to create a community of opportunity where everyone has hope and can reach their full potential. The ALICE Report publishes annually each spring to shed light on financial hardship and inspire people to join us in solving the daily challenges these families face.”
“We use ALICE data to better understand the population of those struggling to make ends meet in our community and make decisions on needed programs, initiatives, resources and partnerships.”

Faces Fun Day #3
2026-03-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Kids Hope Alliance, 1095 A. Phillip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32206
Calling all Faces applicants for another Saturday of CISV fun! This special Fun Day is designed specifically for our 4th and 5th-grade participants (2026-27 school year) to dive deeper into the Faces program experience.
Join our Junior Branch leaders for activities tailored to help you understand what makes the Faces program so unique. Through engaging games and group activities, you’ll get a real feel for the cooperation, creativity, and cultural exchange that define CISV. We’re looking for youth who show maturity, openness to new experiences, enthusiasm, and readiness for an amazing adventure!
This is a great opportunity to make new friends, show your team spirit, and demonstrate why you’d be perfect for our Faces delegation. Remember – attending more events increases your chances of selection, and the Friday night overnight is mandatory for all applicants. Learn more about the selection process – HERE
Contact cisvjax@gmail.com for more information.

Parent Orientation 2026
2026-03-29 14:00 - 16:30 | Downtown Vision, 29 West Duval St, Jacksonville, FL, 32202, United States
This event is limited to parents of children that have been selected to represent the USA at CISV international programs in 2026.
At this meeting your delegation will:

Meet fellow delegation parents and mentor
Discuss and fill out legal, health, travel information and individual information forms on My CISV (as much as possible)
Decide on a parent to buy airline tickets as stated in the travel coordinator job description
Divvy up delegation parent jobs
Discuss procedure for emergency money
Exchange contact information and set calendar for future meetings

WHAT TO BRING

Your child’s passport or a copy of the information page from the passport
Your family calendar so delegation meetings can be scheduled

WHAT NOT TO BRING
Please do not bring any of your children, including your delegate. There will be events in the very near future for them to learn more and meet their fellow delegates but Parent Orientation is for Parents Only.
Reminder, it is mandatory that one parent or guardian attend this event.
For additional information, visit this page or e-mail us.
Look forward to seeing you then!
For access to other information, click here.

Faces Fun Day #4
2026-04-04 10:00 - 12:00 | Kids Hope Alliance, 1095 A. Phillip Randolph Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32206

All Chapter Event - Earth Month JB Celebration & Adult Volunteer Social
2026-04-19 14:00 - 16:00 | Emerald Station, 2320 N Liberty Street, Jacksonville, FL, 32206, United States
Join us for a special Earth Month event with something for everyone!
For Adults & Parents — Chapter Social Come mingle with fellow chapter members while learning about exciting volunteer opportunities and our International Youth Meeting program we are hosting this summer. This is a great chance to connect, ask questions, and get more involved with the chapter.
For Junior Branch Members — April Mosaic Activity Our Junior Board has planned a hands-on activity centered around sustainable development and recycling! In the spirit of Earth Month, we’re asking all youth members to collect and save plastic bottles from April 1st through the 19th. Here’s how to participate:

Set aside any plastic bottles you use between now and the event
You may also collect bottles found around Jacksonville — just keep those separate from your personal ones
All bottles must be recycle-ready — please rinse them out and confirm the plastic type is recyclable

Both events run simultaneously, so the whole family is welcome. We can’t wait to celebrate Earth Month together as a chapter!

Spring General Meeting 2026
2026-05-03 14:00 - 16:00 | Bolles McGehee Auditorium – San Jose Campus, 7400 San Jose Blvd, Jacksonville, FL, 32217, United States
Join us for our Spring General Meeting where we’ll celebrate our next generation of global citizens! Watch our youth delegates shine in the Parade of Nations as we honor Jacksonville’s chosen representatives for CISV’s 2026 summer programs. We’ll also shape our chapter’s future by electing new chapter officers, while our Junior Branch selects their new leadership team. All chapter members and guests are welcome!

Summer Farewell Party 2026
2026-06-06 16:00 - 18:00 | Private Residence – San Marco. Details to be provided via email., Jacksonville, 32207, United States
Get ready for our Summer Send-off Celebration as we bid “bon voyage” to our 2026 delegates! Join CISV Jacksonville for an event filled with friendship, fun activities, and festive food as we prepare our young ambassadors for their summer adventures. All chapter members are invited to share in the excitement and create lasting memories! ✈️
The location for this event is a someone’s residence. Please RSVP and you will receive the address.

Open Day for Youth Meeting 2026
2026-07-25 13:00 - 15:00 | FL
Join us a for an afternoon with our Youth Meeting campers from around the world!
Who Can Attend?
The More the Merrier! Please RSVP and invite friends and family.
What is a Youth Meeting Camp?
The CISV Youth Meeting programme is a fifteen day camp that brings together children from 8 countries to live, play, and learn together, building friendships and understanding across language and cultural differences. This summer, Jacksonville is hosting 32 twelve-year-old youth from eight countries for our camp.
What is Open Day?
At Open Day, each delegation will present their culture through traditional dances and performances, followed by an interactive expo where guests can engage with the children and learn about their countries. This family-friendly event offers our community a unique opportunity to welcome these young international visitors.
Where is Open Day?
Open Day will take place in the Riverside neighborhood of Jacksonville. The exact venue details will be sent to all registered participants upon completion of their registration.
