During the week after Easter, the gospel was shared at more than 213 public school campuses across South Florida through First Priority Clubs! Over 273 students accepted Jesus and received Bibles!  “It has been incredible to witness the leadership and faith that the students in our Clubs exhibit every week as they invite and share the Gospel with their friends at school,” said Alyssa Forman, director of marketing & communications at First Priority. First Priority for Students For the last 24 years, First Priority of South Florida’s goal has been to share the Hope of the Gospel with students who […]

Lynn Offerdahl, owner of Offerdahl’s Off-The-Grill, and Beth Vazquez, founder of Recess & Results, shared how their passion for faith, fitness and family shaped their unique callings during Masterpiece Women, hosted by Tina Rains, founder, on April 21st at South Florida Bible College in Deerfield Beach. About Masterpiece Women Masterpiece Women is a movement of women pursuing authentic community, personal and professional excellence, and local and global impact for good. Luncheons promote authentic relationships among women through fun, intentional conversation, networking, and connection. Masterpiece Women Luncheons are generously sponsored by American National Bank, Impact Health Sharing, Broten Garage Doors, Elev8 […]

On Friday, April 8, Lady Carnarvon took supporters of 4KIDS through a “behind the scenes” journey of Highclere Castle, better known as the real Downton Abbey. Businesses, church partners, advocates for children, and sponsors gathered at The Opal Grand Oceanfront Resort in Delray Beach to enjoy an elegant gala to benefit children in need. Evening of benefits Presented by Hayes Locums and Park West Foundation, the evening was filled with stories of legacy and hope for generations to come. Thanks to the incredible support from everyone involved, 4KIDS was able to raise over $190,000 to reach children and families in […]

The Caring Place at Miami Rescue Mission (MRM) | Broward Outreach Centers (BOC) held street outreach events ministering to nearly 2,000 homeless and hungry on Good Friday. For the first time in two years they are back out on the streets following the COVID restrictions. The theme, “Healing Physically and Spiritually,” offered over 200 volunteers an opportunity to show their passion and purpose in serving nearly 2,000 guests with a Thanksgiving-style meal of turkey, mashed potatoes, green beans, stuffing, and assorted pies. Outreach Centers Feed the 2000 Following the example of Jesus who washed the feet of His disciples, volunteers […]

After a two-year hiatus, the highly anticipated 11th Annual Community Care Plan Non-Profit Awards presented by Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood returned bigger than ever. More than 600 local notables, community leaders and members of the non-profit sector joined together at Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood on Thursday, March 3rd to celebrate the inspiring work of Broward County’s non-profit agencies and to recognize the individual efforts of outstanding non-profit executive and board leaders. Over the years, 211 Broward has granted more than $244,000 back to non-profits through this event.  The winners of each of the 211 award categories were announced, each receiving an award and $1,000 for […]

Palm Beach Atlantic University continued a rich heritage of generous, creative, persistent, energetic women when it celebrated philanthropists Ronnie F. Heyman and Lois Pope at the 30th anniversary of Women of Distinction on February 22nd. Palm Beach Atlantic University honors previous winners Previous Women of Distinction honorees Frances Fisher and Eileen Burns reprised their roles as co-chairs of the luncheon. The annual event raises money for scholarships for outstanding female students. About 360 people attended the celebration at The Breakers, Palm Beach.  This year’s scholarship recipients are Sarah Foster, a junior from Jacksonville, Florida, studying molecular biology and biotechnology; Julissa […]