BBBSPBMC adds to staff; celebrates anniversary Yvette Flores Acevedo, president/CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Palm Beach and Martin Counties (BBBSPBMC) recently announced the addition of two new staff members, as well as the significant anniversary of the nonprofit's Vice President of Programs. Jeanette Otero, who has over 20 years' experience in social work [...]
HBOI 'Discovery' boat tours Florida Atlantic University's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute offers a new public boat tour of the Indian River Lagoon aboard "The Discovery," a 36-passenger pontoon. Tours depart every Friday at 10:30 a.m. and Saturday at 10:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. from FAU Harbor Branch, 5600 U.S. 1 North, Fort Pierce. Explorers of [...]
Local doctors and lawyers step up to the plate for United Way Local professionals give back to their community at the annual Sawbones VS. Jawbones softball tournament presented by Cleveland Clinic Indian River. The doctors vs. lawyers' rivalry continued for the 12th year at the newly renovated Holman Stadium at Jackie Robinson Training Complex, raising [...]
Engaging high school students in manufacturing careers: Skilled Trades Bootcamp offers hands-on training and networking opportunities The Treasure Coast Builders Association (TCBA), in collaboration with the Marine Industries Association and the Treasure Coast Manufacturers Association (TCMA), is proud to announce the upcoming Skilled Trades Bootcamp, designed to engage high school students and introduce them to [...]
BofA data finds men's average 401(k) account balance exceeds women's by 50 percent Bank of America released its 2023 Financial Life Benefits® Impact Report (PDF), revealing that the average 401(k) account balance among men is 50% greater than women's overall ($89,000 vs. $59,000). However, this gender imbalance is closing among younger generations. Baby Boomer (ages 58-76) [...]
Mindi Fetterman new board president of the Florida Council Against Sexual Violence The Florida Council Against Sexual Violence (FCASV) proudly announces the appointment of Mindi Fetterman, Founder & Executive Director of The Inner Truth Project, as its new Board President. This significant leadership role is a testament to Fetterman's dedication and expertise in the field of [...]
*|MC:SUBJECT|* *|MC_PREVIEW_TEXT|* View this email in your browser Unlock your small business potential at the Florida SBDC Network Small Business Success Summit 2023 Bank of America to join one of the world's largest Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) programs The City of Fort Pierce Grants Administration Division offers housing workshop highlighting hurricane disaster preparedness Nonprofit News [...]
Light up the 4th! Looking to light up your 4th of July and celebrate Independence Day with a bang? We've got you covered with a list of area fireworks shows. • Freedom Fest - Port St. Lucie, MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center, 4-10 p.m. Click here for details. • Freedom Festival & Parade - Sebastian [...]
Former NBA players rally behind Crossover Mission In an inspiring show of support, former NBA players Drew Gooden of the Memphis Grizzlies and Tony Battie of the Denver Nuggets joined forces with Crossover Mission to bolster their efforts in inspiring and redirecting the lives of at-risk youth in Indian River County. These influential figures made [...]
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Palm Beach and Martin Counties announce awards and scholarships BBBS Scholarship recipients Big Brothers Big Sisters of Palm Beach and Martin Counties recently held their annual Big and Little Awards on Thursday, May 25, at the Manatee Lagoon. New this year, scholarships were awarded powered by FP&L. Amidst trophies, [...]