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Support our mission by contributing a donation.

3% Cover the Fee

Polk Training Center, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Unless otherwise designated, gifts will be directed to areas of greatest need supporting Polk Training Center’s programs and the Garden Center. Tax ID: 59-2682430

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    Monetary Donations
    Cash gifts (online or by check) can be helpful in many ways: to support the day training program, to help make available community outings, to assist with skill building classes to help with Center operations.

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    In-kind Donations / Supplies
    In kind donations/supplies are appreciated if you, or your business, chooses to partner, or sponsor a training session, community outing, or facility upgrade.

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    Volunteer your Time / Expertise
    We welcome volunteers for mentoring, training, outings, and helping in the Garden Center.

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    Corporate Partnership / Sponsorship
    If you or your business could partner or sponsor a training/session, community outing, or facility upgrade.

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    Shop at our Garden Center
    We hope you will choose to purchase plants and tell your friends about our Garden Center. In addition to helping financially it supports client involvement, skill development, and vocational training.

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    Advocate & Raise Awareness
    Share with friends that the Polk Training Center is a wonderful place for adults with disabilities to learn, be with friends, and participate in a positive, caring environment. Join us in sharing success stories, upcoming events, volunteer opportunities, and any upcoming donation campaigns.

“I love learning new things and being part of a place where everyone believes in me.”

Polk Training Center - Client

“Every day I get to see our clients gain confidence and independence — it’s the most rewarding part of my job.”

Polk Training Center - Team Member

“Polk Training Center has changed our family’s life — our son has purpose, friends, and a place where he truly belongs.”

Polk Training Center - Parent

 FAQs

  • Located at 90 N. 4th Street in Eagle Lake, Florida. Our Garden Center offers plants at this location and is open for business. Our Adult Day Program is up and running. Feel free to come and visit us! We were previously located in Lake Alfred, FL.

  • Polk Training Center is currently enrolling new clients. At this time we do not have any open positions for employment.

  • Polk Training Center operates Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 1:00 pm.  We are closed most major Holidays.  We also have short seasonal closures.  Please contact Polk Training Center directly for specific dates and hours of operation.

  • Polk Training Center operates through contributions and a small tuition.  Polk Training Center, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) Non-profit Organization.

  • Polk Training Garden Center hours of operation are Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30 am - 3 pm.