Cathy DeSchouwer named 2026 Gator100 honoree Crossover Mission Co-Founder and Executive Director Cathy DeSchouwer has been named a 2026 Gator100 honoree by the University of Florida, recognizing alumni who lead some of the world's fastest-growing businesses and organizations. The recognition reflects the growth of Crossover Mission, a nonprofit youth development organization DeSchouwer co-founded with Antoine [...]
Cleveland Clinic expands Treasure Coast food security support Cleveland Clinic Florida announced targeted 2026 community investments to support food security initiatives across Broward, Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties. The funding is part of Cleveland Clinic’s broader five-year, $50 million enterprise commitment to reduce hunger and improve access to nutritious food in [...]
iTHINK Foundation surprises family with furnished Habitat home A Vero Beach family received a fully furnished home on June 3 through a collaboration among iTHINK Community Foundation, Indian River Habitat for Humanity, Jetsons and the Realtors Association of Indian River County, turning a home dedication into a move-in-ready milestone. The home was made possible through [...]
Cleveland Clinic funds Meals on Wheels Senior Resource Association said Cleveland Clinic committed $120,000 a year for five years, or $600,000 total, to support its Meals on Wheels program for older adults in Indian River County. The nonprofit said the funding will help provide 9,375 home-delivered meals this year to seniors who are homebound, disabled [...]
Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital awarded $5.5 million by A. James & Alice B. Clark Foundation The A. James & Alice B. Clark Foundation has invested $5.5 million to enhance emergency services, behavioral health, and mother/baby care at Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital. Breakdown of Funding: Emergency Department – $5 Million The largest portion [...]
At 95, Dr. Reza Khatib celebrates a legacy of medical research and philanthropy At 95 years of age, Dr. Reza Khatib can look back at an incredible legacy as an outstanding neurosurgeon, an acclaimed researcher on brain issues, and a beloved world-class philanthropist. Dr. Khatib celebrated his birthday festivities with friends, colleagues and his dear [...]
Affluent Americans increase donations by 30% over past decade, even as fewer give Affluent Americans are giving more and giving with purpose, even as fewer are giving. The newly released 2025 Bank of America Study of Philanthropy, conducted in partnership with the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, found that total charitable contributions from affluent donors have surged [...]
iTHINK Community Foundation donates $10,000 The iTHINK Community Foundation, the philanthropic arm of iTHINK Financial, recently made a $10,000 donation to Little Birthday Angels, a nonprofit organization dedicated to celebrating the birthdays of homeless children on Florida’s Treasure Coast. This generous contribution will directly support Little Birthday Angels' various programs, including their “Birthday Bags of [...]
The August Dyer Difference Award celebrates the little things that make life magnificent Regardless of our abilities and talents, we all want the same three things in life - health, happiness, and a sense of purpose. In 1975, a group of parents and friends of individuals with special needs who recognized this basic truth created [...]
United Way celebrates 30 years of caring, calls on local organizations to submit projects United Way of Indian River County is now accepting project submissions for its milestone 30th Annual Day of Caring, set for Saturday, October 11, 2025. Sponsored by Publix Super Markets, this beloved community tradition mobilizes hundreds of volunteers for one [...]