About Us
Built to Meet Real Needs in Our Community
When people face housing instability, hunger, or unexpected financial hardship, the path forward isn’t always clear. Across Orlando—from Parramore to West Orange and Winter Park—families and individuals are looking for practical help they can trust. Christian Service Center was built to meet those real, everyday needs with services that are accessible, coordinated, and grounded in dignity. With multiple service locations and strong community partnerships, we help people find stability and take meaningful steps forward.
Building a Future Where Help Is Always Within Reach
A History of Showing Up When It Matters Most
Christian Service Center began in 1971 when several downtown Orlando churches came together to respond to a growing need in their community. As Central Florida grew, so did the number of individuals and families struggling to make ends meet—and collaboration became the best way to meet that need.
Since then, we’ve continued to expand our reach and services—launching Daily Bread in 1975 to provide free meals, growing into West Orange and Winter Park areas, and evolving into a coordinated day-services model that meets people where they are. Over the decades, hundreds of thousands of people have been served through programs designed to provide both immediate relief and long-term stability. Today, we continue to grow and adapt, expanding our facilities and strengthening partnerships to meet the needs of a changing Central Florida community.
Our Mission
Our mission is to create housing solutions, provide compassionate homeless day services, and work alongside partners to inspire community action
Our Vision
Our vision is to create a community where no one sleeps outside. Guided by faith, and showing up every day for everyone in our community.
Our Core Values
1. Provide Quality Services
2. Honor the Dignity of People
3. Support Client-Focused Collaboration
4. Practice Clear and Concise Communicaiton
5. Exhibit Professionalism
6. Demonstrate Accountability and Transparency
The Team Behind Our Mission
Meet Your Dedicated Leaders within the Orlando Community
CSC Staff
Main Staff Contacts
EXECUTIVE STAFF
Executive Director
Ext. 244
Director of Housing and Community Engagement
Ext. 232
Director of Finance and Administration
Ext. 233
Director of Operations
Ext. 328
Director of Development and Communications
Ext. 230
DEVELOPMENT
Grants Manager
Ext. 240
Caitlin McManus
Development Manager
cmcmanus@christianservicecenter.org
Ext. 236
ADMINISTRATION
Billing Specialist
Ext. 231
Executive Assistant
Ext. 228
OPERATIONS
Maintenance Technician
Leonard Perry
Environmental Services Technician
Jay Blount
Campus Custodian
Services & Programs Contacts
HOUSING - SUPPORTIVE SERVICES FOR VETERAN FAMILIES (SSVF)
Housing Manager
Ext. 234
Lead Case Manager, SSVF
Ext. 235
Case Manager, SSVF
Ext. 222
Case Manager, SSVF
Ext. 238
Ernest Alonso
Case Manager, SSVF
ealonso@christianservicecenter.org
Ext. 221
Intake Specialist, SSVF
Ext. 239
HOUSING - HOMELESS PREVENTION
Lead Case Manager, Homeless Prevention
Ext. 220
Case Manager, Homeless Prevention
Ext. 248
Case Manager, Homeless Prevention
Ext. 237
HOUSING - DIVERSION
Case Manager, Diversion
Ext. 257
Case Manager, Diversion
Ext. 225
HOUSING - HOME-ARP and PERMANENT SUPPORTIVE HOUSING (PSH)
Case Manager, HOME-ARP
Ext. 329
Intake Specialist, HOME-ARP
Ext. 300
Case Manager, PSH
Ext. 249
SHELTER - 407 CONNECT
Program Manager, 407 Connect
M/ 407.561.0939
Engagement Specialist, 407 Connect
M/ 407.561.0943
Case Manager, 407 Connect
M/ 407.561.0765
Lead Driver, 407 Connect
Driver, 407 Connect
Driver, 407 Connect
Driver, 407 Connect
Driver, 407 Connect
DAY SERVICES
Membership Coordinator
Guest Services Coordinator
M/ 407.561.0695
Kitchen Chef, Parramore
Thrift Store Associate, Ocoee
Kitchen Chef, Ocoee
Volunteer Coordinator
Ext. 252
Jose Sanabria
Truck Driver
