In honor of Women’s History Month, the Broward Sherriff’s Office celebrated female spiritual leaders at the agency’s first-ever Women’s Clergy Appreciation Breakfast on March 8. Presented by BSO’s Chaplain’s Office and hosted at the Urban League of Broward County, the ceremony featured live jazz, a breakfast buffet and passionate speeches from women grounded in their faith and committed to improving their communities. Sheriff Scott Israel applauded the women clergy’s work to help those in need in Broward County. “Women are the fiber of the community. They remind our youth of their potential,” he said. The celebration was attended by nearly […]

It was an evening of burgers, music and fun at the annual “Cheeseburger in Paradise” event hosted by Victory Living Programs. This sold out island-themed event with more than 200 guests in attendance raised approximately $26,000. Proceeds from the event will help support the organization’s various programs that aim to help individuals with disabilities live a more independent life. For the past four decades, Victory Living Programs has created supportive environments for thousands of people with disabilities. Based Ft. Lauderdale, Victory Living Programs offers a premier supported living program that places clients in their own individual, luxurious apartments. They also […]

4KIDS raised more than $180,000 to benefit kids in crisis during their Sweet Dreams Gala on February 27, at the Woodfield Country Club in Boca Raton. Woodfield welcomed upwards of 300 4KIDS advocates, community leaders and guests who came together for the annual event. The evening began with a reception hour on veranda as guests were greeted by Sweet Dreams Gala honorary hosts Bernhard and Vikki Langer, and had the opportunity to meet new 4KIDS President, David Fee and his wife Terry. Guests then entered an elegant dining room with distinguished décor and photos of the children who have been […]

Homer Goddard served in the Korean War and was awarded the Bronze Star. When he left the military he worked in the construction industry and built the home he lives in today. But now the 85-year-old is struggling with Parkinson’s disease and uses a wheelchair which the home isn’t built to accommodate. On March 11, more than 20 volunteers from local Home Depot stores volunteered to make the changes to his home for free. The group is part of Team Depot, the company’s associate-led volunteer force that works to improve the homes and live of veterans. Team Depot partnered with […]

On March 11 Saint Joseph’s Episcopal School middle school students harvested, packaged, and sold fresh produce from the school’s Community Garden and Tower Garden. St. Joe’s students, from the youngest three year olds to graduating eighth-graders, participated in tending the gardens as all learned sustainability, organic gardening, and the business of farming. Andrew Wideroff, middle school science teacher and garden lover, stated, “It is really enjoyable watching students integrate plant biology with our pledge to be green; the experience provides a broad spectrum learning platform for all.” Saint Joseph’s Episcopal School holds itself to the highest standards for the character […]