2026 Beneficiaries
The 2026 Windsor Charity Polo Cup will benefit three local Indian River County charities. The charities selected offer programs to support the basic, educational and enrichment needs of underprivileged children, and to protect the area’s land for the health and wellbeing of future generations.
Childcare Resources of Indian River
Since 1994, Childcare Resources of Indian River (CCR) has been committed to promoting the highest quality early childhood education and development for economically challenged families. CCR is made up of three core programs: a National Association for the Education of Young Children-accredited early childhood school, a wellness and early intervention program, and professional learning opportunities for early educators. By combining multifaceted programming, a superior learning environment, and unparalleled expertise, CCR provides individualized support to every student, family, and educator it serves. The focus remains on helping children between the ages of six weeks and five years old thrive, while empowering families and early childhood educators to build a stronger foundation for lifelong success.
Crossover Mission
Crossover Mission empowers under-resourced youth, ages 11–24, to become successful adults by helping them break the cycle of poverty and build bridges of understanding across cultures. Founded in 2014, the organization serves young people facing financial hardship, academic challenges, emotional stress, and health risks. Programs include: 1. Healthy Kids – Basketball training, fitness, life skills, and mentoring. 2. Academic Mentoring – Personalized tutoring, advocacy, college/career prep and Independent Study. 3. Elite Training & Competitive Travel Basketball – High-level competition and collegiate sports prep. 4. Summer Leadership & Enrichment – Focused on summer growth and experiential learning. Through mentorship, Crossover Mission cultivates character, confidence, accountability, resilience, and opportunity.
Environmental Learning Center
The Environmental Learning Center (ELC) is a 64-acre nonprofit nature center in the Indian River Lagoon, dedicated to educating, inspiring, and empowering people of all ages to be active environmental stewards. Since 1988, ELC has provided hands-on, feet-wet learning experiences for thousands through field trips, camps, eco-tours, art exhibits, and sustainability programs. Open daily year-round, ELC connects people to nature in meaningful and lasting ways. With a focus on real-world impact and lifelong learning, the ELC is shaping the next generation of conservation leaders. The ELC is a place for students, parents/grandparents, nature lovers, or anyone who believes in a greener future.