Impact 100 Palm Beach County has named the 2025-26 semifinalists that will vie for $100,000 grants aimed at bringing innovative initiatives designed to strengthen and uplift South County.
"Each of the nominees represents one of Impact 100’s five focu
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Palm Beach County hauled in an impressive $290,000 in one night to support youth programs at the Boca Raton club. The elegant evening had a nautical ‘Horizon of Hope’ theme and featured live and silent auctions as well as du
Impact 100 Palm Beach County marked its 15th year of collective philanthropy with an annual affair that brought together members and guests and provided an opportunity to reflect on the tangible results of the organization’s grant-making. Since its f
The debut celebration organized by the Boca Raton Achievement Center showcased the abilities of children and young adults with special needs and lauded the families that support them. A highlight of the evening, attended by 80-plus, was a deeply movi
It was a picture-perfect day for Clinics Can Help as enthusiastic players rallied around a day of camaraderie, community and competition, all while raising nearly $50,000. The funds will support the organization’s mission of empowering children and a
The JCC kicked off its 2025-26 season with presentations by esteemed writers Jacqueline Friedland, Zibby Owens and Alyson Richman. The women spoke to a sold-out crowd of 650 about the importance and value of elevating Jewish voices. The annual event
In support of the Delray Beach Public Library’s Retail Therapy Experience, the downtown French-Vietnamese restaurant opened its doors to more than 110 guests wanting to give back to their community. After enjoying food and drinks, attendees boarded p
A celebration of a quarter-century of bolstering youths in the area raised more than $400,000 and saw the 350-plus in attendance invest in the future of the Y. Proceeds will go toward program expansion so more children can be served. A highlight of t
The inaugural fundraiser for the Sandoway Discovery Center was a huge success — and a sellout. It brought together locals, visitors and partner businesses for an unforgettable night that combined the city’s lively bar scene with marine conservation
Palm Beach Symphony members were treated to a preview of the 2025-26 season and a dazzling musical overview led by maestro Gerard Schwarz. ‘Once again this year, audiences will be enthralled by the incredible musicians that we are bringing to the sta
Susan Brockway, at home in coastal Boca Raton, looks back fondly on her nine years on the Community Foundation board and urges people to contact the foundation for guidance on where to donate. Tim Stepien/The Coastal Star
As of June, Boca Raton resi
Luncheon organizers, l-r, Racheal Petullo, Victoria Matthews, Carrie Rubin and Namrata Israni. Photo provided
By Amy Woods
The 38th installment of a signature event honoring female philanthropy in the community will recognize 40 local nominees and t
L-R: Danita DeHaney, president and CEO of the Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties, philanthropist George Elmore and Marti LaTour, a foundation board member. A foundation initiative was created in Elmore’s honor. Photo provided
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This year’s dazzling dance-off shattered fundraising records, hauling in an extraordinary $1.7 million in support of the George Snow Scholarship Fund. The British Invasion-themed evening showcased the power of community generosity and the transformat
Robert Certilman of Highland Beach teamed up with Big Brothers Big Sisters in August to take children shopping for school supplies and clothing, spending about $12,000. He contacted the local chapter because he wanted to continue a practice he start
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
Philanthropist Lois Pope’s latest donation — $10 million — went to further Alzheimer’s research at the University of Miami’s Miller School of Medicine last month. Pope’s daughter Lorraine, 51, succumbed to Alzheimer’s disease last year. Photo provid
By Amy Woods
The leading hunger-relief organization in the area is sponsoring its sixth annual “Feed Your Creativity” artwork initiative involving students in elementary, middle and high schools throughout Palm Beach, Broward, Miami-Dade and Monroe c
Fuller Center’s annual benefit shined brightly with the theme ‘Neon Disco.’ It brought the community together for a dazzling night of philanthropy in support of programs that help children reach their full potential. ‘This was a special evening that
Patrice Schroeder, 211’s community relations specialist, at the organization’s call center in Lantana. Photos by Tim Stepien/The Coastal Star
By Ron Hayes
In December 1971, a hotline offering help to people struggling with drugs began answering ca
