VNA celebrates five years of Project Wish for Hospice patients The Visiting Nurse Association of the Treasure Coast (VNA) is hosting a photography exhibit of Project Wish recipients at the VNA Hidden Treasures Thrift Store located at 656 21st Street on Miracle Mile in Vero Beach. Project Wish provides wonderful, memorable end-of-life experiences for VNA Hospice patients [...]
Whiskers in Wonderland: A holiday bazaar for a cause The Humane Society of St. Lucie County announces its 4th Annual Holiday Bazaar, Whiskers in Wonderland, on Saturday, Dec. 14th, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM. This free event promises a magical evening filled with family fun, pet-friendly activities, and holiday cheer! Bring the whole family – [...]
Kara Stimpson joins Helping People Succeed as president and CEO Kara Stimpson, the new president and CEO of Helping People Succeed, had an ah-ha moment two years ago while she was touring Florida colleges with her two youngest children. Stimpson says, “We were so enjoying ourselves, driving up the coast of Florida, visiting campuses and [...]
CTA Beneficial Ownership Information reports due The Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) went into effect on January 1, 2024, requesting every "Reporting Company" in the U.S. to file a Beneficial Ownership Information Report (BOI Report) with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). The CTA and its regulations are voluminous. This serves as a reminder of some [...]
City of Fort Pierce announces small business and public service agency grant opportunities The City of Fort Pierce is pleased to announce the upcoming application period for the 2024-2025 Small Business and Public Service Agency Grants. These grant opportunities will be available for review during a 30-day public notice period from Nov. 26, 2024, through Dec. [...]
Treasure Coast Food Bank constructing a disaster-resilient warehouse As disasters continue to devastate communities across the Southeast, Treasure Coast Food Bank has proven to be a lifeline, delivering over 5 million pounds of critical resources—including meals, water, and emergency supplies—in the aftermath of two hurricanes and a series of tornadoes. This rapid and coordinated response [...]
Agricultural leader honored by national FFA organization Mark Kistler, a Florida native and seasoned leader in stakeholder relations and agricultural education, was recently hono red with an Honorary American FFA Degree during the 97th National FFA Convention & Expo held in Indianapolis, Indiana. In a letter presented to Kistler by Billy Hughes, state advisor for [...]
Treasure Coast Builders Association Charitable Fund, Inc. named a DEWALT Grow the Trades Grant recipient Treasure Coast Builders Association Charitable Fund Inc. was recently recognized as a DEWALT Grow the Trades Grant recipient for its efforts to promote skilled trades to young adults. This grant will enhance our Careers in Construction Treasure Coast events, where [...]
Treasure Coast Builders Association Charitable Fund, Inc. appoints Jennifer Williams as director of workforce The Treasure Coast Builders Association Charitable Fund, Inc. announced the hiring of Jennifer Williams as the new Director of Workforce Development. This strategic hire takes the workforce development to a new level. Treasure Coast Builders Association Charitable Fund, Inc. is dedicated [...]
Economic Opportunities Council (EOC) is awarded Early Head Start grant from Dept. of Health and Human Services The Economic Opportunities Council (EOC) of Indian River has been awarded an Early Head Start grant to support the vital needs of 40 pregnant women, infants, and toddlers in Indian River County. This grant will enable EOC to [...]