She has been a volunteer, a teacher, an advocate, and a leader. Her name is Jean Weiller, and her legacy is one of philanthropy and service. In 2021, Jean once again proved just how limitless her generosity and passion for our mission really are. Through the Community Foundation of Sarasota County, Jean recently gifted $1 million to our organization. This gift is designated … [Read more...] about Beloved Philanthropist, Jean Weiller, continues her legacy with a recent gift of $1 Million to Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota and DeSoto Counties
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Hill Ward Henderson Attorney Named President-elect Designate of the florida bar young lawyers division
TAMPA – Anisha Patel, an attorney at Hill Ward Henderson, was recently elected as President-Elect designate of The Florida Bar Young Lawyers Division. Patel’s term as president will commence in 2023. The Young Lawyers Division (YLD) of The Florida Bar has over 26,000 members. All lawyers under age 36 and new Florida Bar members for the first five years in good standing are … [Read more...] about Hill Ward Henderson Attorney Named President-elect Designate of the florida bar young lawyers division
Leadership St. Pete Class of 2022 Selects Clam Bayou Marine Education Center as Class Project
Leadership St. Pete's® 53rd class of leaders will renovate the waterfront educational and community outreach facility as part of its “Waves of Inspiration” legacy. February 17, 2022 | The Leadership St. Pete® (LSP) Class of 2022 is proud to announce the launch of its class project, dubbed “Waves of Inspiration,” to make significant capital improvements to the Clam Bayou Marine … [Read more...] about Leadership St. Pete Class of 2022 Selects Clam Bayou Marine Education Center as Class Project
Children First Receives Nearly $180,000 in Support of Scholarships, Family Strengthening, and Sustainability
The cost of childcare has risen more than 200% in the last three decades while the average family income has increased by 143% in comparison, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Consumer Price Index analysis. As the exclusive provider of Head Start and Early Head Start services for Sarasota County, Children First serves nearly 800 children and their families … [Read more...] about Children First Receives Nearly $180,000 in Support of Scholarships, Family Strengthening, and Sustainability
Helping Build Affordable Homes in Greater Orlando & Osceola County
Habitat for Humanity Greater Orlando & Osceola County has been awarded $5,000 from State Farm to use toward building and supporting affordable housing in the Central Florida area. Habitat Orlando & Osceola works to increase access to affordable housing in the Central Florida area by providing ways for families to own safe, affordable homes, receive critical repairs and … [Read more...] about Helping Build Affordable Homes in Greater Orlando & Osceola County