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“Cart Before the Horse” Philanthropy
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Wednesday, May 19, 2010
For Your Health, Summer 2010
Check out the latest edition of For Your Health magazine, written, art directed and edited by New Growth Media. Recovery Rally: May 22
Young adults in Martin County are feeling the effects of the struggling economy and they’re doing something to help.
Local high school and college students from the Martin County Junior Achievement program are hosting a Recovery Rally on May 22 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Martin County Fairgrounds, 2616 S.E. Dixie Highway in Stuart.
This local business expo will focus on sharing information to help Martin County recover from recession. Among the lineup of guest speakers: county commissioners Doug Smith and Susan Valliere, and Crystal France of the Business Development Board of Martin County. Presentations will address the Martin County economy and employment, foreclosure mediation, real estate values/selling/buying/short sales, credit counseling, small business loans, investing during a recession and more.
The family-friendly Recovery Rally will also feature live music from The Chaise, a hot air balloon, bounce house, water games, activities, giveaways, food and more. Apple Tree Academy will provide supervised daycare so parents can enjoy the presentations.
Local business owners are encouraged set up booths to promote their companies, sell goods and services. There are four ways for businesses to participate at the Recovery Rally event:
- Banner advertisement, FREE
- Vendor booth, $35/members, $75/non-members
- Coupon (if unable to attend event), $35 (must provide coupons)
- Web site advertisement, $40/month
Admission is free. For more information, visit RecoveryRally.org or call (772) 220-3247.
Photo caption: Local high school and college students from the Martin County Junior Achievement program are hosting a Recovery Rally on May 22 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Martin County Fairgrounds. Admission is free. For more information, visit RecoveryRally.org or call (772) 220-3247.
Habitat to dedicate Women Build home
A group of women wielding power tools are about to make a dream come true for a local woman and her two children.
Habitat for Humanity of Martin County (HFHMC) will celebrate the construction of its 83rd home at a dedication ceremony on Saturday, May 29 at 10 a.m. in the Banner Lake community of Hobe Sound. This home is part of Habitat’s Women Build program and was constructed by women for a woman.
Gulfstream Business Bank sponsored construction of the 2009-10 Women Build home, located at 8495 Eucalyptus Way in Banner Lake. Amanda Gonzalez and her two children, Amya and Alijah, are the deserving recipients of the home. Gonzalez will host an open house reception immediately after the dedication to thank those who worked so hard to help her reach this goal. Gonzalez contributed more than 300 sweat equity hours working on her home and the homes of others as a requirement for becoming a Habitat homeowner.
Through the donations of funds, materials and volunteer labor, HFHMC was able to build the home and sell it at an affordable price. Gonzalez will purchase the home with a no-profit loan and her monthly mortgage payments will be used to build more Habitat homes.
“We are very excited to present Amanda with the keys to her new home. She has worked so hard and is truly a delightful person,” said Graff. “We would also like to thank our Women Build volunteers who generously donated their time to help make this house a home, as well as Gulfstream Business Bank, the Martin County Board of County Commissioners and the Martin County Community Redevelopment Agency.”
HFHMC will host an open house Thursday, May 27 from 12 to 6 p.m., welcoming the public to tour the Women Build home.
To RSVP for the open house or dedication event, call (772) 223-9940. To support an upcoming build or to learn more about Habitat homeownership, visit HabitatMartin.org.
About Women Build
Women Build is a Habitat for Humanity International program that encourages women and girls to have fun and make a difference by building homes and communities. Women crews around the world have built thousands of homes since Women Build’s official creation in 1998. Each year, hundreds of homes are added as affiliates, donors and sponsors discover the impact of women volunteers and their resources.
About Habitat for Humanity of Martin County
Habitat for Humanity of Martin County is a not-for-profit, volunteer-driven organization that extends the opportunity to purchase simple, decent, affordable homes to local families who would not otherwise have that chance. The three key criteria necessary in order to make homeownership a reality for families include the need for shelter, ability to pay, and willingness to partner with Habitat for Humanity. For more information, visit HabitatMartin.org or call (772) 223-9940.
Photo caption: Amanda Gonzalez (center) and her two children, Amya and Alijah are the deserving recipients of Habitat for Humanity of Martin County’s Women Build home, located in the Banner Lake community of Hobe Sound. An open house is set for May 27, 12 to 6 p.m. and a dedication ceremony will take place May 29 at 10 a.m. To RSVP, call (772) 223-9940.
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Coasters Oyster Roast to benefit Florida Oceanographic Society
Check out some of the media coverage for the Coasters' Oyster Roast to benefit Florida Oceano-graphic Society (May 15) sponsored by New Growth Media and Steven Martine Photography:For the sake of the St. Lucie, keep the riverkeeper
Great column by Eve Samples: For the sake of the St. Lucie, keep the riverkeeper.
It's really unfortunate the state of the St. Lucie Estuary and Indian River Lagoon. I won't be fishing/swimming/boating/paddle-boarding in the river until the Lake Okeechobee discharges stop. There go my Memorial Day weekend plans.
Thursday, April 15, 2010
Habitat to host silent auction featuring rare finds from Frances Langford home
STUART, Fla., April 13, 2010 – Frances Langford fans, local history enthusiasts and antique collectors will be delighted by the rare finds and architectural salvage items up for bid during Habitat for Humanity of Martin County’s silent auction, April 16 through May 5.
The silent auction will feature a variety of unique items salvaged from the Rio home of the late singer/actress, Frances Langford. Among the items up for bid: signs from her property and Outrigger Resort, a handcrafted bar decorated with authentic tapa cloth, cypress bar tops, leather director’s chairs embroidered with Langford’s initials, furniture and so much more.
More than 100 items are on display at the Habitat for Humanity of Martin County ReStore, 2555 S.E. Bonita Street in Stuart, two blocks southeast of the corner of Indian Street and Old Dixie Highway. Bids may be placed in person or by phone during operating hours, Tuesday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
An auction wrap-up party is set for May 5 from 5 to 7 p.m. at the ReStore. Bidding will close at 6 p.m. and each item will be awarded to the highest bidder (bidders need not be present to win). All proceeds support Habitat’s mission to eliminate substandard housing in Martin County.
To view a photo gallery of select auction items, visit HabitatMartin.org. To place a bid by phone or for more information, call the ReStore, (772) 223-8991.
About Habitat for Humanity of Martin County
Habitat for Humanity of Martin County is a not-for-profit, volunteer-driven organization that extends the opportunity to purchase simple, decent, affordable homes to local families who would not otherwise have that chance. The three key criteria necessary in order to make homeownership a reality for families include the need for shelter, ability to pay, and willingness to partner with Habitat for Humanity. For more information, call (772) 223-9940 or visit www.HabitatMartin.org.
Photo caption
Showcasing Langford’s handcrafted tapa cloth bar and accessories from Langford’s Outrigger Resort is Committee Member Louann Smith, Habitat Administrative Assistant Susan MacDonald, Habitat Executive Director Margot Graff, Committee Member Karen Sandler, ReStore Director Bobbi Blodgett and Habitat Director of Resource Development, Mike Readling. Not pictured, Committee Member Mary Louise Wadsworth. For more information, visit www.HabitatMartin.org or call (772) 223-8991.
Former coaches, players revitalize Stuart Hornets youth football association
STUART, Fla., April 1, 2010 - Youth football is more than a game; it’s a sport that teaches fun- damental life skills.
When former players and coaches learned that the Stuart Hornets youth football program was dwindling financially and the 2010 season might be cancelled, they took a personal interest and decided to get involved – for the kids.
James Davis grew up in Stuart and began playing for the Hornets at an early age. He later went on to play for the Detroit Lions and New York Giants as an outside linebacker from 2003 to 2006.
“I started playing for the Hornets when I was 8 years old – it helped launch my career in the NFL,” said
Stephen Leighton, a former Hornet player, echoed that sentiment. “I couldn’t allow something that was so instrumental in my upbringing just slip away,” said Leighton, who lives and owns a small business in Stuart. “It has been a team effort and we plan to bring the Stuart Hornets back to their former glory.”
Part of the Pop Warner Treasure Coast Football Conference, the Stuart Hornets will play teams in Martin, St. Lucie and Palm Beach counties.
“There’s a longstanding interest in this community for Hornet football,” said Jeff Montpetit, recreation supervisor for the City of Stuart Recreation Department. “Everyone is thrilled that we’re going to bring it back, with the exception of opponents in neighboring leagues,” he added with a smile.
As a not-for-profit organization, the Stuart Hornets have been invited to participate in a Giving Day, an event organized by the Martin County Community Foundation. Between
The Stuart Hornets are in need of sponsorships and donations for uniforms, equipment and transportation in order to make this season a success. Football and cheerleading coaches, and various volunteer positions also need to be filled. Call (772) 260-3345 for more information.
“We’re calling upon past players,” said Leighton. “If they ever wanted to give back, now is the time to get involved, for the kids.”
Stuart Hornets football and cheerleading registration for children ages
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