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Friends of Jack & Jill Center Host Annual Pediatrix Flip Flops on Docks Fundraiser

The tropical-themed event at Lauderdale Yacht Club will help support local children and families in need.
| Lifestyle Staff

The Friends of Jack & Jill Center invites the community to attend the 19th Annual Pediatrix Flip Flops on the Docks fundraiser from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 27 at the Lauderdale Yacht Club. Guests are encouraged to wear flip-flops and tropical attire to this tropical-themed event, which will overlook the Intracoastal waterway. The event will feature a vibrant beach décor, providing the perfect ambiance for an unforgettable evening. Guests can enjoy tropical-inspired drinks, food, and live music and participate in live and virtual silent auctions for luxurious items.

The proceeds will support the mission of the Jack & Jill Center, which is aimed at strengthening children and families through innovative education, supportive programming, and community engagement. Jack & Jill Center provides quality early childhood education, elementary education, family strengthening programs, and HEALTH programs to support children of high-need working families and ensure that every child and family has the necessary tools to achieve success. Since 1942, the Jack & Jill Center has assisted 30,000 children and families in South Florida.

Visit www.flipflopsonthedocks.com for details on purchasing tickets and event sponsorships ranging from $2,500 to $20,000. Individual tickets are $250, with VIP Tickets at $1,000, which include two VIP tickets and provide a child with two weeks of early education.

Pediatrix is the event’s Title Sponsor. Maria and Kyle Meyer are the Lauderdale Yacht Club member sponsors. For more information, contact Emma Hadley, Special Events Manager at 954.463.8772, ext. 206 or [email protected].

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