Accomplishments

A Brief History of Florida Family Voice (formerly Florida Family Policy Council)

2004-2008

Florida Family Voice led pivotal campaigns, including the successful effort to pass the Florida Marriage Amendment, defining marriage as between one man and one woman, and helped protect the life of Terri Schiavo by opposing euthanasia in a nationally significant case. During this time, the organization also established its annual Policy Awards Dinner featuring Jeb Bush as the keynote speaker, debuted the state’s first Judicial Voter Guide, and expanded its influence with a full-time legislative staff in Tallahassee.

2009-2014

With a focus on marriage and family, Florida Family Voice launched initiatives like Strong Marriages Florida in 2009 and hosted the first annual Pro-Life, ProFamily Days at the Capitol in 2014. Landmark victories included defunding Planned Parenthood in Florida and releasing the State of Florida Cultural Indicators Report to highlight key societal trends. FFV led the “On My Honor” campaign opposing the Boy Scouts of America and helped launch Trail Life USA, a national Christian scouting movement for boys.

2015-2020

The organization demonstrated its political leadership by hosting forums for gubernatorial and presidential candidates and mobilizing voters in critical elections. Notable accomplishments included passing Florida’s Parental Consent Before an Abortion law and leading state-wide hurricane recovery efforts in 2018, combined with voter outreach during “Operation Panhandle Vote,” which played a decisive role in securing Governor DeSantis’s victory.

2021-2024

FFV played a pivotal role in advancing pro-family legislation, including the Parents’ Rights in Education and Heartbeat Protection laws. Drawing national attention, the organization hosted Leadership Summits for the protection of children from transgender ideology, forums to help parents respond to critical race theory, and rallies supporting medical freedom. We helped pass laws ensuring parental rights, school choice, and medical conscience protections. With growing influence, FFV also expanded its reach through initiatives like the Florida Capitol Project, connecting pastors and legislators.