Community and Philanthropy

Since starting the John and Elizabeth’s Toy Drive in the home of Dr. Elizabeth King and her late husband, John Weaver, 20 years ago, the John & Elizabeth’s Toy Drive & Fundraiser has distributed over 65,000 toys to underprivileged children. The toy drive began at Dr. King and her husband’s home in West Broward after

The 2021 American Humane Hero Dog Awards Gala at Eau Palm Beach Resort was recently held to honor the nation’s top dogs. The 2021 American Humane Hero Dog Awards winner was Boone, a 4-year-old beagle who survived cruelty as a puppy, which resulted in amputating his back legs. His resilience, gentle nature and never-ending energy

The Dan Marino Foundation was selected as the beneficiary of North Fort Lauderdale Subaru’s Hometown Charity for its “Share the Love” event. From today until Jan. 3, 2022, North Lauderdale Subaru will donate a minimum of $50 for every new Subaru leased or sold and an additional $5 for every routine service visit to the selected Hometown Charities. 

The Broward Performing Arts Foundation recently welcomed four new board members for the 2021/2022 season. The organization has been providing support for the Broward Center for the Performing Arts for over 30 years. Funds raised by the foundation help support the center’s innovative and diverse programming, including its arts-in-education initiatives, community engagement activities and capital

Guests can bring their furry companion for a day of brunch, live music, a doggie buffet and a chance at various gifts and prizes during Tri-County Animal Rescue’s annual Peppermint Bark & Brunch. The event will benefit Tri-County’s Emergency Medical Fund, which provides life-saving pro-bono surgeries and other crucial medical procedures. Andrea Stark, Adrien Arpel,

Instead of turning to traditional malls for holiday gifts on Black Friday, the Humane Society of Broward County’s “Black Furrday” pet adoption event aims to provide furry friends to holiday crowds. During the Humane Society of Broward County (HSBC) event, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at 2070 Griffin Road in Fort Lauderdale, the nonprofit

Verizon recently became a Silver Corporate Partner of the United Way of Broward County after a $20,000 contribution to support public policy efforts with community conversations and the nonprofit organization’s upcoming Mayors’ Gala in 2022. “We are grateful for Verizon’s generous gift to support our organization’s mission to fight for the health, education and financial prosperity of

As the holiday season approaches with the pandemic still impacting communities, the Salvation Army of Broward County requests the community’s help to ensure everyone’s food needs can be met. To help replenish its Food Pantry for upcoming community distributions, the organization is collecting non-perishable food items, including all canned goods (beans/vegetables, fruit, meat and milk), rice, boxed

The 33rd Annual Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County (BGCBC) Yacht Rendezvous will gather luxurious yachts together for one of the most spectacular yachting events in the world. It was founded by Rita and Rick Case and lasts from Nov. 4 to Nov. 6 at the Fisher Island Club in Miami Beach. The weekend features

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