We’re a Finalist in the Victory Cup Initiative!

The Mustard Seed is honored to have been chosen a finalist among nine other Central Florida nonprofits for the Victory Cup Initiative! 

The Victory Cup Initiative is a platform where companies come together for philanthropic investing with a twist. This unique event is designed to provide a high-profile opportunity for charitable organizations to tell their stories, build their strategies and partner with business and community leaders to make a difference in Central Florida.
During this breakfast event, 10 Central Florida nonprofits tell their story in two minutes or less. After the end of the presentations, the audience votes for the first, second and third place winners. Ten Central Florida nonprofit organizations will receive cash prizes ranging from $1,000 to $25,000.

After a Devastating House Fire, Geraldine Rebuilds Her Home and Hope

Geraldine never imagined that a fire would take away the home she shared with her two adult sons. Geraldine lives with an ongoing medical condition and relies on her sons for support. “They’re still going to be my babies,” she said with a smile. Together, they are more than a household—they …

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The Home Symone Never Stopped Working Toward

When Symone Davis and her 11-year-old daughter found stable housing after experiencing homelessness, it marked the beginning of a new chapter. But like many families rebuilding after a crisis, having a place to live was only part of the challenge. Turning that empty apartment into a home felt overwh…

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Kiara’s Strength, Furnished with Hope

When Kiara became homeless in July 2025, she had seven children depending on her and no easy path forward. For months, she lived in a hotel with her family, first through temporary support and later by paying the weekly cost on her own with one income. “It was a lot,” Kiara shared. “You don’…

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Back to School: Why a Bed May Be One of the Most Important School Supplies

August 10, 2026

When we think about back-to-school shopping, we think about backpacks, notebooks, pencils, new shoes, and school supplies. But what if one of the most important things a child needs to succeed in school is waiting at home—a safe, comfortable bed?

A good night’s sleep can make a meaningful dif… read more

Look What You Helped Us Do: Turning over 900 Houses Into Homes Across Central Florida

July 17, 2026

Every family deserves a place to call home.

Not just four walls and a roof—but a bed to sleep in, a table to gather around, and a space where healing can begin. Thanks to your generosity, hundreds of families across Central Florida are experiencing that hope today.

As we begin a new fiscal y… read more