Hope Women’s Centers reached their goal of raising $100.000 in gifts and pledges during the Walk for Life on October 18 at Westminster Academy West Athletic Field. “Walk Day was a testimony of answered prayers, starting with the beautiful weather all the way down to the counting of the money! We reached our goal and over 30 churches fielded walkers who helped raise the money,” said Nancy McDonald, president and CEO of Hope Women’s Center. A great crowd enjoyed the festivities which included great music, food and activities. The kids enjoyed the giant bounce house, plus pony rides and a […]

This year’s 5th Annual South Florida Orphans Golf Classic and Auction sponsored by Phoenix Package Logistics was a huge hit for 4KIDS of South Florida. About 92 golfers enjoyed an afternoon of golf followed by dining and bidding at the elegant and exclusive Coral Ridge Country Club The event raised over $150,000 and created awareness for 4KIDS, a non-profit organization committed to providing a home for every child in crisis in Broward and Palm Beach counties, whether they are on the streets, in group homes or in foster care. This event continues to grow every year, which is helpful because […]

The First Goliath Gauntlet Obstacle Race drew more than 800 participants and 200 spectators on October 25 on the property of Sheridan House Family Ministries in Davie. A test of strength and endurance, the Goliath Gauntlet is a physically challenging, timed 3.5 mile race over and through difficult terrain, water and a series of 20 back-to-back obstacles. The positive feedback about the race from competitors has been overwhelming. Paul, a competitor from Davie, said, “This was the greatest mud run we’ve ever done! We can’t wait for next year!” Doug from Miami said, “We really enjoyed this race, and I […]

Last month EMTs, firefighters, military, police officers and world-champion CrossFit athletes competed in the First Responder Team Challenge to benefit Place of Hope at the Haven Campus for foster children in western Boca Raton. The first-time event drew more than 100 fitness enthusiasts and raised nearly $5,000 to help meet the needs of Florida’s foster children. “Raising children in a loving, nurturing environment is foundational to creating a solid community, so we are truly appreciative of the support given to us by friends like the Campbell-Held family,” said Place of Hope Executive Director Charles Bender The event was hosted and […]

Supporters of Food for the Poor participated in a Beach Cleanup and celebration sponsored by Barefoot Wine & Bubbly on Oct. 4 at Hollywood Beach. During the event, participants were encouraged to sign up for Food For The Poor’s 5K Walk/Run For Hunger, which will be held at 8 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 8 at T.Y. (Topeekeegee Yugnee) Park in Hollywood. Food For The Poor feeds millions of the hungry poor in 17 countries of the Caribbean and Latin America. To register for the walk, visit www.FoodForThePoor.org/walk.