Spirit Charitable Foundation Commits $1 Million to 44 NonProfit Organizations in 2022
The Spirit Charitable Foundation pledged $1 million to 44 nonprofit organizations throughout the U.S., Latin America and the Caribbean in 2022. The donations were part of the foundation’s commitment to supporting children, families, service members and the environment. “The Spirit Charitable Foundation believes change starts by giving back,” Lania Rittenhouse says, president of the Spirit
Philanthropy in the Spotlight
Impact 100 Announces Grant Winners: The Palm Beach County chapter of the initiative that calls on philanthropic women to donate $1,000 annually toward a high-impact grant pool announced its 2022 winners—seven of which received $100,000 grants. The second-largest Impact 100 chapter in the world (out of 63) distributed 10 grants overall to charitable organizations in
Bridge to Justice Breakfast Helps Aid Broward Community
The Legal Aid Programs in Broward County recently held their annual Bridge to Justice breakfast fundraiser earlier this month at the Signature Grand in Davie. Over 220 legal community members, including judges and business leaders, attended the morning program, highlighting the vital work these organizations do to assist vulnerable and underserved populations in Broward. Legal
Teen Twins Collect 7,600 Pounds of Cereal for Boca Helping Hands
Knowing how important the first meal of the day is, 14-year-old twin brothers Jett and Luke Justin of Boca Raton set out to ensure needy children could wake up to an enjoyable meal. With breakfast food being one of the least donated items to food banks and cereal being one of Jett and Luke’s favorite
Junior Achievement of South Florida Receives $20,000 Grant From MONAT Gratitude
MONAT Gratitude has awarded Junior Achievement of South Florida a $20,000 grant as part of its $1 million pledge to close achievement gaps in underserved communities worldwide. The grant will provide funding for 68 students to participate in JA Fellows, a highly intensive leadership and entrepreneurship program for high school students. The grant results from MONAT Gratitude’s efforts
Palm Beach Food Bank Receives $450,000 for Lois’ Food4Kids Program
With school soon out of session for the summer, many Palm Beach County students won’t have access to the free and reduced lunches they rely on. The Palm Beach County Food Bank (PBCFB) predicts that more children and families will need food assistance over the summer due to rising gas prices, record inflation and rent
HomeSafe in Boca Raton Launches “Healing the Hurt” Capital Campaign
Knowing the importance of its new Sylvester Family Foundation West campus in Boca Raton, HomeSafe also unveiled a $15 million capital campaign to enhance its services around Palm Beach County. The organization is a leading provider of prevention and intervention services, serving more than 14,000 infants, children, young adults and families annually. HomeSafe is one
Pubbelly Sushi Strives to Enhance the South Florida Community
Along with providing a fusion of Japanese and Latin-inspired dishes, Pubbelly Sushi has made its mission to include philanthropic efforts as part of its offerings to the community. The company has partnered with various local organizations to give back to the local community. Its various community-giving initiatives include: Commemorating Breast Cancer Awareness Month last October, proceeds from
8th Annual Charity Celebrity Golf Tournament & Dinner to Benefit Walking With Anthony Organization
Walking With Anthony, a nonprofit organization that strives to change the recovery outcome of Spinal Cord Injury (SCI), will team up with NFL alumni and legendary sports figures to host the 8th Annual Charity Celebrity Golf Tournament & Dinner on May 16 at the Coral Ridge Country Club in Fort Lauderdale, 3801 Bayview Drive. Since
April Reflections
According to the United States Department of Veteran Affairs, upward of 250,000 service members transition to civilian life each year. For some, that life bears little resemblance to the one they left behind before serving our country. The challenges run the gamut. Some military personnel return to a broken household. Some have difficulty relating to
Shine With a Purpose Program Extends Partnership With United Way of Broward County
After launching Shine with a Purpose last year to celebrate Sunshine Cleaning Systems’ 45th Anniversary celebration, its partnership with United Way of Broward County will continue to provide disinfecting services to local companies. Some of the organizations that have benefited from the program include Light of the World Clinic, Jack & Jill Center, FLITE, LifeNet4Families and
Palm Beach County’s Outstanding Male Volunteers to be Honored
Three honorees will be recognized for their work in the nonprofit industry to enhance the South Florida community at the Fuller Center’s 20th Annual Men with Caring Hearts Awards Celebration. The event lasts from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on April 8 under the tent at Boca West Country Club, 20583 Boca West Drive. The
