Coming Nov. 6: Men Giving Back will celebrate 25 semifinalist nonprofits based in South County that will receive, in total, $500,000 in funding. Time is 6 to 9 p.m. Cost is free to members. Call 561-706-0163 or visit mengivingback.org. ABOVE: (l-r) A
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By Amy Woods
A reality TV star, recovering addict and author of a self-help book about overcoming alcohol and drug abuse will headline Wayside House’s “An Evening of Reflection” on Nov. 9.
Capt. Sandy Yawn, who takes the helm in Bravo’s Below Deck Me
Entering its 13th year, the Witches of Delray ride has turned into a powerful fundraising event for the Achievement Centers. Photo provided
By Amy Woods
The 13th annual charity bicycle ride organized by the Witches of Delray promises to cast a recor
May 17: Tri-County Animal Rescue’s Dinner at Dusk fundraiser will include an exquisite barbecue meal, live music, shopping at pop-up boutiques, pet photos and exclusive silent-auction items. Time is 6 p.m. Cost is $275. Call 561-482-8110 or visit tri
Co-Chairwomen (l-r) Haley Winstead, Wendy Sadusky, Rebecca D’Emic, Kathy Adkins, Susan Brockway and Renee Feder wear Oscar de la Renta dresses that fit the brunch‘s theme, ‘For the Love of Flowers.‘ Photo provided by Warner-Prokos Photography
By Amy
The National Society of Arts and Letters’ Florida Chapter’s annual Star Maker Awards will honor Yaacov Heller with the Lifetime Achievement Award and raise money for scholarships, competitions and mentoring programs for performing and visual artists.
Feb. 14: The Valentine’s Day event will offer the opportunity to shop for jewelry, chocolates and orchids and to sit down to a delicious meal with a live auction, all to benefit the Boys and Girls Club of Delray Beach. Time is 6 p.m. Cost is $250. Ca
By Amy Woods
A three-time Tony Award nominee for roles in Thoroughly Modern Millie, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang and 9 to 5, Marc Kudisch also has film / television credits (Mindhunter on Netflix and Billions on Showtime) and opera credits (A Little Night
Rick Rodriguez (l-r), Barbara Stark and Mychael Mapp are preparing for the Motown-themed celebration to raise money for the Milagro Center children’s programs. Photo
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By Amy Woods
In planning its spring fundraiser, the Milagro Center opts for
April 19: The Florida chapter of the National Society of Arts and Letters will honor Lifetime Achievement Award winner Arlene Herson and raise funds for its scholarships, competitions and mentoring programs for performing and visual artists. Time is
April 18: This is the day members of Impact 100 Palm Beach County have been waiting for — when they announce which local organizations will receive $100,000 grants that will help transform their nonprofit missions. Time is 10 a.m. for the mimosa rece
By Amy Woods
Coastal residents, like pretty much everyone else, cannot wait to put 2020 behind them and for obvious reasons —coronavirus, unemployment woes and the faltering economy, to name a few.
But as the year comes to an end, area charities are
Brandon Canute, development manager for Friends of Gumbo Limbo, had the idea to raise money without planning a big event. Canute works with Emily Mirowski, a sea turtle rehabilitation technician at Gumbo Limbo. Photo provided
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Impact 100 Palm Beach County board members (seated, l-r) Renee Feder, Cindy Krebsbach, Kirsten Stanley, Kathy Adkins, Lisa Mulhall, Marilyn Swillinger, (standing) Allison Davis, Peggy Jones, Mary Donnell, Laura Bull, Sue Diener, Sarah Crane, Suzy Lan
Boating & Beach Bash, which is celebrating its 11th anniversary, has grown in size and scope to serve more than 6,000 special-needs guests. Photo provided
By Amy Woods
Some 6,000 special-needs guests attending the Boating & Beach Bash for People with
Co-chairs Anne Vegso and Jeannette DeOrchis both have pins recognizing their volunteer work on behalf of abuse victims. Photo provided
By Amy Woods
Two leaders of South County’s philanthropic community have stepped up to co-chair this year’s Heart o
Chiara Clark and Jennifer Schmuckler, co-chairwomen for Laugh With the Library, look at comedian Billy Crystal’s 2013 book about his turning 65 that year. Tim Stepien/The Coastal Star
By Amy Woods
The 13th installment of Laugh With the Library will
Sandoway Discovery Center leaders promote the Carols & Cocktails in the Garden fundraiser: (l-r) director of education Evan Orellana, naturalist Amanda Clough, Executive Director Danica Sanborn and board member Kelly Barrette. Photo provided
By Amy
(l-r) Junior League President Renata Sans de Negri, Heather Shaw, vice president and general manager of Saks Fifth Avenue Boca Raton, and event Chairwoman Nicole Stelzer will preside over the luncheon and fashion show. Photo provided
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Actress, singer, writer and breast cancer survivor Rita Wilson will headline the 15th annual affair, which benefits the Boca Raton Regional Hospital Foundation and, specifically, the Eugene M. & Christine E. Lynn Cancer Institute and the Christine E.
