IMPACTING HISTORIC MIDWAY
OUR MISSION
A 501(C)(3) non-profit advocating for equitable advancement through economic development, education, and community service in Historic Midway/Canaan City.
OUR HISTORY
The migrant settlement of Midway/Canaan City was established for blacks during the (Historic Sanford Florida) celery boom of the 1920’s. However, a few blacks were residing in the area as early as 1885 - 1890. Much of Midway’s Population were delivered by midwives and lived in Cameron City and the Hammocks, while others lived in Fort Reed/Sand Hill, which is now the location of Orlando Sanford International Airport.
OUR IMPACT
April 24, 2019
Successfully attained $260,291.00 from Seminole County Government to update the 1997 Midway Basin Study.
Nov 2019 - Present
Collectively fundraised and donated over $100,000.00 to support Midway Safe Harbor 21st Century educational programs, Midway Elementary School of the Performing Arts, Millennium Middle School, and Seminole County Charities.
UPCOMING EVENTS
6 SQUADS 1 COMMUNITY ... Seminole County parents, students, staff, residents and surrounding communities are encouraged to wear Red, Green, Yellow, Purple, Blue and Orange squad shirts or their favorite color during the 5th Annual Community Day 5K Run, Walk and Roll presented by AdventHealth in Historic Midway/Canaan City.
This family-fun and pet-friendly event benefits the Midway Coalition a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization that supports community service initiatives and Midway Safe Harbor Center educational programs.
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