South Florida business leaders and benefactors set sail to benefit The Salvation Army of Broward County (TSABC) at the organization’s inaugural Red Shield Regatta presented by JM Family Enterprises at “The Park” on March 9. The evening raised $210,649 for TSABC’s Plymouth Colony, an essential transitional housing complex in Hollywood that provides shelter and supportive services for families facing adversity. Benefactors’ Highlights The highlight of the evening was a motorized mini sailboat regatta pitting event sponsors against each other, first, followed by a run-off against local media personalities. Sponsor KPMG emerged first and victorious in both races. To donate, visit […]

StrikeForce 421 gave a total of $212,000 to six local Christian ministries making a big impact in South Florida during their Spring Celebration on March 21st. This marks over $1.5 MILLION given away since StrikeForce 421’s inception in 2014  along with their community of pledge partners! The 2024 Grant Awards were given to the following recipients: CityHouse received $28,200 to launch and outfit their newest location in partnership with Rio Vista Community Church Lighthouse 4Students received $15,000 for their after-school summer program for at-risk youth Knox Theological Seminary received $54,050 to develop two foundational, public learning series for lay leaders […]

Big Cardio for At-Risk Youth Big Children’s Foundation hosted the 16th Annual Big Cardio Event on March 2nd to benefit at-risk youth. The event, usually held in May for Foster Care Awareness, was held earlier due to park renovations, but will return to its usual first Saturday in May 2025. This fun event encompassed a 5K, a 3.1 walk, 1-mile prayer walk, fitness classes, pickleball, and the Renegade Games—a competitive team relay through an obstacle course where the winners receive medals. The 1-Mile Prayer Walk, sponsored by Community Christian Church, was extra special as the walkers were accompanied by live […]

In a society where many are trying to find love in all the wrong places, Metropolitan Baptist Church in Hollywood Florida hosted the Christ over Cupid youth event that brought biblical direction to our teens and young adults. It was held on February 16th as an alternative to Valentine’s Day.  Christ Over Cupid The keynote speaker was Tewannah Aman, founder of Guard Your Heart ministries and director of Broward Right to Life. Christian rappers Justin Martyr and his wife Aasha were there to rock the house.  Their songs brought the crowd to their feet, as they sang “Take up your […]

Broward FCA held its Fall baptisms on November 4th for its southwest area student-athletes and coaches from Cooper City High and Miramar High schools. FCA’s Mission Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) has a mission to lead EVERY coach and athlete into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and His church. One of its primary goals is to connect student-athletes and coaches to local churches. “In the absence of a church home,” Desmond Cook, FCA Multi Area Director – South Atlantic region, said, “we still encourage our students and coaches to take the next step of obedience in their faith walk […]

On Saturday, February 10th in Pompano Beach, a live studio audience of young adults in their teens and 20s, gathered to participate in THE EXPLICIT EVENT, produced by the Elev8Life educational foundation; home of the TLT Movement–training and mentorship for Tomorrow’s Leaders Today.  About THE EXPLICIT EVENT The main attraction of THE EXPLICIT EVENT was the inspirational talk-show style panel discussion on “Love, Marriage, College & Career.” Known for open and honest dialogue, EXPLICIT offers valuable insights and practical advice on navigating the complexities of young adulthood in a media driven secular world.  Led by role model mentors, the panel […]