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Thanks to a packed house and generous supporters, the 32nd annual fundraiser benefiting the Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County brought in more than $250,000. Nearly 600 attendees turned out to hear bestselling author Paula McLain, best known for

Now in its 51st year, Les Girls of Palm Beach enjoyed a seasonal gathering with 32 women representing different countries who shared an afternoon of fascinating conversation, friendship and fun. When asked what they appreciated most about the interna

The Dreyfoos School of the Arts Foundation celebrated turning 30 years old during a magical evening featuring student and alumni performances. Gillian Fuller served as hostess, welcoming supporters of the annual gala, which took place in January to a

In recognition of three decades of artistic excellence, the Kravis Center celebrated its grand affair headlined by singer-songwriter Sarah McLachlan. More than 400 guests mixed and mingled during a reception in the Cohen Pavilion prior to the perform

The 10th annual extravaganza raised $423,000 for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County to benefit summer camps. Bennie Drain, head of the Delray Beach club, and Frank Zamor, the 2023 Delray Beach Youth of the Year, spoke about the invaluable pr

The 29th annual affair led by philanthropist Lois Pope and Leaders in Furthering Education (LIFE) featured a sold-out audience of more than 600. They were treated to a cocktail hour with the Palm Beach Symphony, a surf-and-turf meal, dancing to the D

Local business leaders and longtime Place of Hope supporters modeled the latest fashions down the runway during an elegant and energetic presentation by the swanky department store in Town Center at Boca Raton. Funds raised aid the nonprofit’s aged-o

The Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties had a successful event that featured key speakers Mary Pat Alcus, a member of its scholarship committee, and Rob Ranieri, executive director of the House of Hope Martin County. The Legacy So

The nationally known Bon Jovi tribute band Living on a Bad Name will perform at the April 8 fundraiser. Photo provided

By Amy Woods

The first-of-its-kind Go Pink Rock N Roll Dinner promises to catapult guests back to the ’80s with a special perform

The Dreyfoos School of the Arts Foundation celebrated 30 years of excellence during a musical night of performances by students and alumni. Proceeds will benefit the foundation, which provides more than $1.5 million in support to the school each year

The fundraiser for the Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County set a record this year, bringing in $88,000. More than 500 runners, walkers and cyclists supported the benefit along with generous sponsors and powerhouse individuals and teams. Proceeds

(l-r) Daniel and Fina Mulvey, Brenda Sands, and Dawn and Larry Edwards.

Close to 200 guests attended the benefit for Baptist Health Bethesda Hospital put on by the Baptist Health Foundation. The event honored members of the Giving Society and other d

Florida Atlantic University’s Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters raised more than $80,000 for student scholarships at its Culture, Arts and Society Today Party. Chairs of the event were Melanie Cabot, Maurice Plough and Beth Schwartz. Ent

The Cultural Council for Palm Beach County welcomed 140 guests to the third of four conversations in the 18th season of the popular series. The event took place in a beautiful rooftop ballroom and featured the topic ‘History’s Mysteries: 20th Century

The second mother-doggie benefit for Tri-County Animal Rescue raised proceeds for the nonprofit’s medical fund. The medical fund helps pay for full-service veterinary services at the rescue’s onsite clinic. During the sold-out event, a special surpri

The Cultural Council for Palm Beach County welcomed 170 fans of fashion to a presentation by renowned design duo Badgley Mischka. The opening event of the season — and the first live one during the pandemic — featured a conversation with Mark Badgley

The George Snow Scholarship Fund had a blast returning to in-person events with its annual gala. Friends and supporters gathered for an evening of boots and bling, fun and fundraising, and cowboy hats and country songs. Proceeds help deserving studen

More than 450 guests came out to support the Center for Family Services of Palm Beach County at the highly anticipated event featuring a silent auction of 300 designer handbags. The multifaceted fundraiser included pop-up boutiques, fine dining and a

A sold-out crowd of more than 500 applauded half a century of local impact by the Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties. The organization’s annual event marked the milestone with a keynote address from John Palfrey, president of the

The Jewish Federation of South Palm Beach County’s Jacobson Jewish Community Foundation had a women’s outreach program designed to demonstrate how women impact philanthropy. Presenting remotely, speaker Caitlin Donovan, of auction powerhouse Christie