Community and Philanthropy

The 34th Annual National Philanthropy Day honorees will receive special recognition during a virtual presentation on Wednesday, Nov. 10. The ceremony’s theme is ‘Give Where You Live’ and is presented by The Frederick A. DeLuca Foundation, a nonprofit organization that provides youth and adults resources to help achieve independence and self-sufficiency. Tickets to attend digital recognition

As part of its effort to improve the homes and lives of low-income homeowners, Rebuilding Together Broward County recently hosted its second annual “Black Dresses & Blueprints” event. The ceremony helped recognize outstanding women who have made an impact in the construction industry and their community.  Proceeds from the event, which took place at the Broward Center

As part of its mission to end homelessness among children in Florida, the Covenant House Florida is hosting a Sleep Out event on Nov. 18 to shed light on the growing issue. The occasion will help the nonprofit organization raise funds to continue its services which provide safe shelter, food, healthcare, job training, counseling, education

With the COVID-19 pandemic presenting more economic challenges for numerous South Florida residents, the Palm Beach County Food Bank (PBCFB) recently appointed new board members to help provide critical resources for people struggling in Palm Beach County. The PBCFB elected Bob O’Connell, Eileen P. Acello, Jorge Avellana, Susan Rabinowitz and South Bay Mayor Joe Kyles

The Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation (GHOF) is hosting its 13th annual fundraising dinner to help support ocean conservation. Along with raising funds, the event will help recognize researchers, anglers, divers and conservationists who have demonstrated a sustained commitment to preserving the world’s natural resources and have worked to pass that passion of conservation to future generations. Funds

As a way to honor the memory of Brice Makris, who died of a drug overdose, and to provide resources to those struggling with addiction, the Hanley Foundation is hosting the inaugural Hanley Foundation Brice Makris Memorial Picnic from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Nov. 14 at Boca West Country Club. The Hanley Foundation

The Junior League of Boca Raton (JLBR) will unveil its new Community Garden at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 16, at Meadows Park, 1300 NW Eighth Street in Boca Raton. Along with a ceremonial ribbon cutting, the city will celebrate Boca Raton’s 41st year as a “Tree City USA” with a tree giveaway with residents receiving native

The Nicklaus Children’s Hospital will designate a “VoLo Foundation Cardiac and Neurology Floor” on its main campus in Miami after a multi-million donation by VoLo Foundation co-founders David S. Vogel and Thais Lopez Vogel. “We are honored to be able to give back to the hospital that helped save our son’s life over 20 years ago,” David and

With cancer being among the most prevalent diseases in the U.S., AutoNation, Inc. has directed its charitable initiatives towards fighting cancer since 2013. In 2015, the automotive retailer launched its Drive Pink initiative to raise awareness and funds for cancer charities. The initiative has raised over $28 million to support critical research and treatment. “We

To honor the essential workers, doctors, nurses, teachers, childcare workers, home health aides, store clerks, delivery drivers and other frontline workers who have been at the forefront of the battle against COVID-19, the Fuller Center is hosting a hero walk. The ‘Inaugural Hero Walk: Honoring Our Hometown Heroes’ occurs from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.

The Boca Raton Historical Society & Museum will be renamed the Schmidt Boca Raton History Museum (SBRHM) after receiving a $1 million donation from The Schmidt Family Foundation, led by Barbara and Dick Schmidt. The donation funds will be used to sponsor the museum’s public display areas, create new immersive exhibits and internal gathering spaces, including the

With the economic and health impact of COVID-19 straining the resources for many families in South Florida, the annual Kiwanis of Delray’s “Swing for the Kids” Charity Golf Classic takes on extra importance as the pandemic continues. Proceeds from the golf event will benefit the Achievement Centers for Children & Families (ACCF) in Delray Beach, which