Building Healthier Lives and a Greener Planet, Together
Empowering youth, families, and seniors to thrive through sustainable choices, wellness, and community connection.
2025 The City of Jacksonville Environmental Protection Board Community / Civic Award Recipient
2025 B.O.A.T.T Inc ChangeMaker Award Recipient.
We C.O.P.E. Inc. promotes health, wellness, and environmental stewardship by providing accessible programs that empower individuals to make informed, sustainable choices for themselves and the planet.
We C.O.P.E. Inc. Sponsored our Youth & Family Angler Families to join a ecofriendly tea party for the books! Thank you Soilful Sis for having us!
Be The Sunshine During Dark Days.
Together, we’re creating thriving communities where every generation embraces healthy living, sustainability, and a deep bond with nature ensuring a brighter future for all.
Health- Prioritizing physical and mental wellness.
Sustainability: Reducing waste, reimagining resources.
Education- Equipping all ages with knowledge to act.
Connection- Fostering bonds between people and the planet.
Stronger Together.
Collaboration fuels our impact. We’re proud to work with:
L.O.C.S. Program: Beauty experts advancing self-confidence through natural hair education.
Local Schools & Rec Centers: Hubs for youth workshops and outreach.
Healthcare Providers: Offering screenings and wellness resources.
Volunteer
Support our education programs by sharing your talent, mentor youth, or lead a sustainability project.
Advocate
Share our work on social media or host a fundraiser.
Donate
You can donate to or sponsor a program
Just A Little Help Can Make Hearts Happier.
Small Actions, Big Changes
800+
furniture items saved from landfills
380+
households connected to health and social services annually
89%
of Youth Angler participants now volunteer in local conservation projects
400+
hours of community outreach and education initiatives and counting
We C.O.P.E. Inc.: A Lifeline for People and the Planet
Founded by Sheronda Holzendorf, We C.O.P.E. Inc. has evolved from a small, grassroots movement into a vital force of change for underserved communities. What began as neighborhood cleanups and health workshops has grown into a dynamic organization that stands at the intersection of public health and environmental justice.
By bridging gaps in health and promoting environmental stewardship, We C.O.P.E. Inc. has become a true lifeline uplifting communities while healing the planet. From sustainable fishing programs that teach youth both self-sufficiency and ecological responsibility, to maternal health initiatives that ensure families thrive, every effort reflects our core belief: a thriving community and a thriving environment are inseparable.
As we grow, our mission remains clear to empower, educate, and engage so that every individual has access to a healthier life and a cleaner world..
Voices of the Community
“The Angler Program taught me how to fish and protect our waterways. Now I volunteer to clean up trash by the river!”
— Jerrell, Age 11
Youth Participant
Jerrell’s journey is just one example of how our programs cultivate environmental responsibility and personal pride in the next generation.
“The L.O.C.S. Program helped my daughter embrace her natural hair.”
— Melinda, 45
Parent
Melinda’s story reflects our commitment to self-love, and family wellness through our holistic programs.
“I loved everything about the Maternal Toxic Stress Health Summit, especially the physical and verbal participation of the group. For example, when we were asked what’s a form of stress we wish to rid of, or when we were asked to take off our ‘capes.’”
— Gwen, 34
Participant
Gwen’s experience reflects the power of intentional spaces where healing, self-expression, and community connection are at the forefront.
These voices echo the mission at our core: to create lasting change where health, identity, and the environment converge.
Just A Little Help Can Make Their Hearts Happier.
Let's Grow Together
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