Patty Larkin holds her cat, Tres, in the lobby of her Boca Raton condo. She volunteers at HomeSafe for abuse victims and is organizing its Jan. 24 Classic Rock & Roll Party. Tim Stepien/The Coastal Star
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Impact 100 Palm Beach County welcomed a record crowd to its 15th anniversary event that brought together members, community leaders and guests to celebrate women’s collective giving. Everyone enjoyed cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and an inspiring progra
The Witches of Delray’s 14th annual event raised nearly $60,000 for the Achievement Centers for Children & Families, a record. Three hundred women donned their best witch-wear and extravagantly decorated their bicycles as they cackled their way down
The Junior League of Boca Raton’s Woman Volunteer of the Year Luncheon’s honorary chairwoman, Carrie Rubin, welcomed nominees to an evening of appetizers, cocktails and a buffet. It was a precursor to the Nov. 21 luncheon at The Boca Raton, where Jea
Cocktails for the Club, one of the season’s first big social gatherings, has expanded this year by 50 tickets, for a total of 300 guests. ABOVE: The organizers include (l-r) Lauren McCauley, Katherine Malinosky, Tierney Wilkins, Kristin Douglass, As
K-9 officer Pely models for the camera at Mizner Park for the cover of the 2026 K-9 calendar produced by the Boca Raton Police Foundation. Zorro (left) and Ivan are behind the sign. Photo provided by Tristen Garrison
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Greater Delray Beach Chamber of Commerce staff members (l-r) Judy Sowards, Sarah Mears, Stephanie Immelman, Carolina Rush and Lynn Van Lenten are looking forward to another successful installment of Do Good Delray. Photo provided by MasterWing Creat
ABOVE: (l-r) Michele Katzman, David Katzman and Elaine Zimmerman. Photo provided by Colby Kessler
JARC Florida, a nonprofit based in Boca Raton that provides programs and services to educate and empower those with intellectual and developmental disab
Michelle Hagerty practices with her dance partner, Jan Clancy, at Fred Astaire Dance Studios in Boca Raton for the 18th annual Boca’s Ballroom Battle. She’ll be competing against seven other community leaders and their dance partners for the coveted
Nonprofits First celebrated the Class of 2025, the fifth in its Advancing Leaders program, by honoring 10 accomplished professionals representing nonprofits from across Palm Beach County. Each person completed an intensive six-month leadership develo
Participants swung into action for HomeSafe and raised $77,000 in proceeds that will go toward helping thousands of children and families and prevent future cases of abuse. ‘By playing here, you are helping to save the lives of vulnerable, deeply tra
Recognizing outstanding individuals and community partners whose contributions have supported the Boca Raton Historical Society, the festive event brought together board members, staff, supporters and volunteers to reflect on the 2024-25 season. Amon
Graciela Lara Valverde of Delray Beach has breast cancer and started using Road to Recovery in May 2024 when treatment left her feeling too weak to drive. ’It makes everything easier for me,’ she says of having a driver. Photo provided
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The Boca Raton Historical Society’s signature food and wine event concluded its 22nd year with record-breaking attendance, exquisite vintner dinners and an unforgettable Grand Tasting, all in celebration of the city’s centennial. More than $200,000 w
The Delray Beach Historical Society and Heritage Gardens welcomed 350 guests to its annual fundraiser in and around the landscaped paths of the gorgeous grounds. Tastings from 11 area restaurants were provided, as were live music and an auction with
An inspiring afternoon of celebration and philanthropy took center stage at the Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida’s ceremonial luncheon. The more than $170,000 raised will help the organization continue to empower girls to grow into leaders who make a
Nearly 70 golfers teed up to help raise more than $50,000 for the Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County. The ninth annual event was chaired by coalition board member Nancy Vera, and committee members included Caleb Bowser, John Campo and Travis Foe
Tri-County Animal Rescue’s fourth annual furry fundraiser drew more than 200 guests who helped raise money for the nonprofit’s mission of saving, rehabilitating and re-homing abandoned and abused animals. The festivities included a cocktail reception
The Ocean Ridge Garden Club tour featured six private gardens, which included a town dune actively maintained by volunteers. More than 125 guests attended the signature fundraising event, which supports the civic, charitable and educational programs
The 18th chapter of the Delray Beach Public Library’s fun fundraiser featured actor/comedian T.J. Miller, whose high-energy performance had the audience roaring and wanting more. A crowd of 350 enjoying food and drinks helped raise $200,000 that will
