The third annual event welcomed more than 350 guests who helped generate nearly $250,000 for the Hanley Foundation to fund scholarships that aim to save students from drug addiction. Board members John and Michelle Makris chaired the benefit that hon
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Baptist Health Foundation’s annual fundraiser drew more than 150 guests, including members of the Giving Society and other donors to Bethesda Hospital, who collectively helped raise nearly $400,000. The money will go toward the campaign to renovate t
Major benefactors and their friends turned out for a special evening affair paying tribute to the Kravis Center’s Founder members. CEO Diane Quinn kicked off the event by saying, ‘Last year, we celebrated 30 years of providing exceptional performing
Les Girls of Palm Beach celebrated its 52nd seasonal soiree attended by 44 women representing 29 countries. The group united to enjoy shared values of loyalty, travel, openness to new experiences and friendships. TOP: (l-r) Jacoba Bill, Virginia Pell
The Cultural Council for Palm Beach County welcomed more than 100 people to the launch of its 19th season of arts and culture discussions. This year’s theme is ‘Looking Back, Looking Forward,’ and the first installment, titled ‘Sages,’ featured a con
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County rang in a record-breaking fifth annual affair to benefit its Delray Beach location. More than $268,000 was raised thanks to the help of Co-Chairwomen Jennifer Coulter, Whitney Garner and Virginia Kinsey. Pr
Boca Helping Hands distributed turkeys and Thanksgiving food boxes to South County clients at its five drive-through locations, in east Boca Raton, west Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Boynton Beach and Lake Worth. In all, the organization provided meals
The Delray Beach-based nonprofit Roots and Wings raised more than $50,000 at its inaugural event before a sellout crowd. The fundraiser’s festivities included dinner, a wine presentation, wizard-themed centerpieces, a ‘Wisdom Hunt’ scavenger game and
The YMCA of South Palm Beach County had its victory celebration to wrap up the yearly fundraising effort and proudly shared with donors and volunteers in attendance that it had raised a record-breaking $1,076,571. ‘This campaign was a massive success
Adopt-A-Family of the Palm Beaches’ festive annual ceremony raised $900,000 to assist in the fight against homelessness. The event began with the tradition of a serenade by The Kings Academy Choir. Once inside, guests were transported to a holiday wo
The Fuller Center’s signature gala was filled with magic and wonder brought to life by attendees, speakers and honorees. First to take the stage was Simone Spiegel, board president and event chairwoman. Spiegel introduced Ellyn Okrent, CEO of the org
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
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The first-of-its-kind Go Pink Rock N Roll Dinner promises to catapult guests back to the ’80s with a special perform