The Community Foundation of Broward celebrated the champions of Broward at its 2026 Legacy Society Luncheon on Feb. 25, at War Memorial Auditorium in Fort Lauderdale.

The annual event honors the Community Foundation of Broward’s Legacy Society members, visionaries who believe in the power of endowment to change lives and transform the community they call home. By including the Community Foundation of Broward in their estate plans, they create a legacy of BOLD impact that spans generations and defines Broward’s future.

This year’s luncheon also celebrated the Florida Panthers’ recent Stanley Cup championships and the United States National Men’s Hockey Team gold medal at the 2026 Winter Olympics, using the teams’ legacy of leadership and perseverance as inspiration for legacy-building philanthropy.

Community leaders, philanthropists and professional advisors from across South Florida cheered on the Community Foundation of Broward’s Legacy Society members, alongside appearances by the Florida Panthers Dance Team and official mascots, and Florida Panthers alumni Serge Payer, Jamie Allison, Anders Eriksson and Peter Worrell.

The Legacy Society was started in 2000 with just 19 members and gift commitments totaling $2 million. Today, the Legacy Society is nearly 190 members strong with nearly $500 million in promises. For more information, visit cfbroward.org.

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