Florida currently receives the 2nd highest amount of federal abstinence-only funding in the country – approximately $13 million.  Abstinence-only programs have been proven ineffective in delaying sexual activity and put young people at risk. 

Already, nearly half of the states have rejected Title V federal funding for ineffective abstinence-only programs.  Not only are these programs failing our youth - Title V requires the contribution of three state dollars, or the equivalent in services, for every four federal dollars received, making it a drain on Florida taxpayers.

At a town hall meeting on February 18th, Florida Governor Charlie Crist agreed to "review abstinence-only funding." Help us encourage Governor Crist to take the next step and join the 23 governors across the country who no longer accept abstinence-only funding. 

Tell Governor Crist to reject Title V funding for abstinence-only programs today!

Dear [ Decision Maker ] ,

Thank you for your commitment to "review abstinence-only funding." As a Florida taxpayer who is concerned with the health and well-being of our youth, I urge you to take the next step and reject Title V abstinence-only funding.

Nearly half of all governors across the country no longer accept Title V funding.

Abstinence-only programs are proven to be ineffective, and even worse, deny students the important information they need to make healthy and responsible life decisions.

It is irresponsible to continue accepting funding for ineffective programs, wasting our tax dollars in the midst of a budgetary crisis.

Teens need and deserve responsible sex education that includes information about abstinence, AND about protection from diseases and pregnancy.

I urge you to reject Title V abstinence-only funding.

Sincerely,

Campaign Launched:
February 24, 2009