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Feeding South Florida Launches Annual Art Competition for Local Students

Feeding South Florida, a hunger-relief organization in South Florida, is now accepting submissions for its Fourth Annual “Feed Your Creativity” art competition. Elementary, middle, and high school students throughout Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade, and Monroe counties are invited to participate in displaying their artwork on one of Feeding South Florida’s semi-trailer truck wrap—a 36-foot moving

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Tower Club Fort Lauderdale to Host Annual Charity Art Exhibit

Tower Club Fort Lauderdale (100 Southeast Third Ave., 28th Floor) will hold its second Annual Charity Art Exhibit at 6 p.m. on Friday, April 14. The community is invited to the private club for the charity art exhibit in support of the South Florida Symphony Orchestra’s Symphony in the Schools program. The event will feature

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United Way of Broward County to Host Annual Mayors’ Gala 

The United Way of Broward County’s annual Mayors’ Gala will focus on a “Salute to Excellence” theme to spotlight the critical work United Way of Broward County’s MISSION UNITED program conducts to provide resources and support for more than 20,000 Veterans in Broward County. The gala will be held at 6 p.m. on Saturday, April 29,

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Impact 100 PBC Aims to Award $1 Million in Grants

Impact 100 Palm Beach County (PBC) is preparing to announce the nonprofit organizations receiving a $100,000 high-impact grant. The focus areas include arts, culture and historic preservation, education, environment and animal welfare, family, and health and wellness. The winners will be announced at a reception at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, April 18 at Boca West

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Title Sponsor City Furniture Honors the Company’s Past at the Upcoming Broward Heart Walk

City Furniture’s connection to the American Heart Association extends beyond the company’s benevolent footprint. CEO Andrew Koenig and his team continue to generate research funds and awareness around the leading cause of death for men and women in the United States—in large part because founder Kevin Charles Koenig died from heart complications. Last year, Andrew served as

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade Opens Its Sixth Club

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade continued its expansion efforts in South Florida by opening its sixth club at Dr. Frederica S. Wilson Skyway Elementary School at 4555 NW 206th Terr. in Miami Gardens. The new facility will serve approximately 100 children from the local area and is now accepting new youth members. Area youth will

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Pediatric Center Begins Capital Campaign for $20 Million Medical Village in Florida City

Patches recently began working on its capital campaign to build the Patches Village, a permanent campus on 5 acres of land in Florida City. The initial funding phase was led by Heartbeats for Patches, the nonprofit’s affiliated fundraising group, which pledged $500,000 over five years. The initial contribution for 2022 is $130,000.   Building the Patches Village

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Kindergarten Student Collects Cards for Kids at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital

Staying in a hospital can be difficult for anyone, but children face challenging circumstances when faced with extended hospital stays after an unexpected illness or traumatic accident. To help uplift the spirits of children staying at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital in Hollywood, 5-year-old Brody Greene (main photo) began collecting cards for kids as his “Act

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Annual John and Elizabeth’s Toy Drive and Fundraiser Delivers 4,000 Toys to South Florida Community

The 21st annual John and Elizabeth’s Toy Drive and Fundraiser was able to distribute 4,000 toys to five Broward County Public Schools, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital and three local daycare centers. The toy drive is part of the SSL Foundation’s year-round efforts to improve women’s and children’s lives through education, mentorship and community outreach. Since its inception,

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BBX Capital Partners With Neighbors 4 Neighbors to Adopt 56 Families Battling Childhood Cancer

BBX Capital and its family of companies recently partnered with Neighbors 4 Neighbors to support the organization’s Adopt-a-Family 4 the Holidays initiative over the holiday season. Through the initiative, BBX Capital “adopted” 56 families with children battling cancer and provided them with a spectacular breakfast and gifts from Santa.  During the program, the families enjoyed the Neighbors 4

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Former MLB All-Star Alex Rodriguez Hosts Holiday Party and Toy Giveaway for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade

Former MLB player Alex Rodriguez (A-Rod) recently hosted a holiday party for youth members at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade. A-Rod Corp. and A-Rod Corp. presented age-appropriate gifts during the holiday activities, which included a petting zoo provided by Tinez Farms, face painting, bounce houses, visits with Santa, photo opportunities, food and more.

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Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade Raised Over $450,000 During its Annual “Wild About Kids” Gala

The Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade held its 14th annual black-tie “Wild About Kids” Gala to benefit the Club’s Youth Development Programs. The event raised over $450,000 to help fund its after-school programs, homework assistance, computer training, social skills, dance, arts and crafts, professional mentoring, and summer and athletic programs.  The fundraiser was co-chaired by Boys

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