Soroptimist of Stuart raffle honors Jody Bond’s memory
Jody Bond was an outstanding community leader and a member of Soroptimist International of Stuart for 22 years. During her many years in Martin County, Jody wore a lot of hats: philanthropist, mentor, and member of numerous non-profit boards of directors, among them Hibiscus Children’s Center, Environmental Studies Council, Stuart/Martin Chamber of Commerce (serving as chair from 2009-10), Martin County Children’s Services Council, and Soroptimist of Stuart.
During her decades as a member of Soroptimist of Stuart, she was president from 2005-06, following terms as treasurer and president-elect and was recognized as Outstanding Soroptimist in 2007.
The nonprofit also honored her in 2011 by giving her an attaché level membership in the Laurel Society of Soroptimist International of the Americas. In 2005, she was recognized as Women of Distinction in Martin County Award and was given an honorary membership in the club.
Just Gold Jewelers, Jody’s business which opened in 1986, supported Soroptimist of Stuart for years by donating magnificent jewelry and other luxury items which were raffled off to raise funds for the nonprofit.
Jody passed away in 2023 and her daughters Kelly Bond Pelletier and Tracy Ferguson and grandson Cade Ferguson continue to honor her commitment to Soroptimist.
This year they donated a beautiful diamond bracelet and the name of the winner, Gigi Suntum, was drawn on March 10.
Money raised will provide funds for the club’s Live Your Dream grants which are presented to women with children who are working to overcome obstacles to furthering their education, as well as awards that are presented to high school girls who are involved in making their community a better place.
Soroptimist International of Stuart’s annual Awards Dinner was held at the Dolphin Restaurant on May 22. The club presented three Live Your Dream grants and one Youth Service Award.
In addition, Schonna Green, executive director of M.I.S.S. of the Treasure Coast, was honored with the Women Helping Women Award, which is an annual recognition of a woman or community organization that has made an impact in the lives of women and girls.
For information about Soroptimist International of Stuart, visit www.soroptimistofstuart.org.
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