Safe Haven Baby Box at Fire Station 25 outside of the building

Safe Haven Baby Box

Palm Coast's Safe Haven Baby Box is located at Fire Station 25 (1250 Belle Terre Parkway). This life-saving resource provides parents in crisis with a safe, secure, and anonymous option to surrender their newborn.

Safe Haven Baby Box

Palm Coast is proud to announce the dedication of a Safe Haven Baby Box at Fire Station 25 (1250 Belle Terre Parkway). This life-saving resource provides parents in crisis with a safe, secure, and anonymous option to surrender their newborn, ensuring every infant has the chance for a safe and loving future.

This is the first Safe Haven Baby Box on the East Coast between the Florida Keys and northern North Carolina, making Palm Coast a leader in bringing this compassionate resource to families in need.

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Safe Haven Baby Box at Fire Station 25 outside of the building
What Is a Safe Haven Baby Box?
Under Florida’s Safe Haven Law, parents who cannot care for a newborn may safely surrender the child at: Any fire station, Any hospital, Any police station. However, the law requires the parent to hand the baby to a person in these locations. The Safe Haven Baby Box is different—it allows for complete anonymity. Parents can quietly and safely place their newborn inside the secure, climate-controlled box without having to interact with anyone face-to-face.
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How It Works
The Baby Box is monitored 24/7 by Palm Coast Fire Department personnel. Once the box is opened, an immediate alert is sent to first responders. Firefighters arrive within minutes to provide care and ensure the baby’s safety. The box is equipped with a bassinet and general comfort items.
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A Hopeful Dedication
On September 30, 2025, Palm Coast leaders, first responders, and community partners gathered in the rain to dedicate and bless the Baby Box at Fire Station 25. Even though the weather was wet, the crowd stayed, showing overwhelming support for protecting the most vulnerable lives—our newborn children.
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Community Support
The Baby Box was made possible thanks to the dedication of The Knights of Columbus, Flagler Palm Coast Kiwanis, and many caring community partners and residents. Together, they raised nearly $41,000 to bring this life-saving option to Palm Coast.

A National Effort

Florida’s Safe Haven Law allows parents to surrender a newborn at a fire station, hospital, or police station—but they must do so in person. The Baby Box is unique because it provides a completely anonymous, safe, and secure option for parents in crisis.

Safe Haven Baby Boxes are part of a growing movement to prevent infant abandonment:

  • 383 locations nationwide
  • 10 locations in Florida
  • 69 infants safely surrendered since 2017
  • 24/7 national crisis hotline: 1-866-99BABY1

Need Help?

  • If you or someone you know is in crisis, please reach out:
    Safe Haven Baby Box Crisis Hotline: 1-866-99BABY1 (available 24/7)
  • For emergencies, always dial 9-1-1.
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