Allstate Foundation presents $10K gift to Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Florida recently received a $10,000 grant from The Allstate Foundation.
For the past three years, the foundation has presented BBBSNWFL with a grant through their Helping Hands initiative. The foundation supports the causes that Allstate agency owners, financial specialists and employees care about most by providing Helping Hands Grants to nonprofits where they volunteer their time to help communities thrive. This gift provided backpacks for Littles to help make sure they were better prepared for the school year and to reach their full potential.
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NISSI hosts inaugural Christmas Claus awareness opportunity event
NISSI, Network of Immediate Services for Survivors International, will host the inaugural NISSI Christmas Claus on Sunday at Long Hollow Creatives, 700 N. Guillemard St. The event kicks off at noon and Santa will be there until 2:30 p.m. Photos will be available until 4 p.m.
The NISSI Christmas Claus will be a fundraising opportunity for the entire family. NISSI has partnered with four local photographers and there will be three different photography Christmas sets. Refreshments and NISSI awareness material will be available.
NISSI is a faith-led, nonprofit organization in Pensacola that bridges the gap for survivors of human trafficking between rescue and restoration. NISSI is not a safe house, rather they act as first responders with local health systems and law enforcement to respond to verified and suspected cases of trafficking and provide wrap around services while meeting immediate needs of survivors as they navigate this new phase of life.
The organization’s services have one goal in mind — getting the survivor to the best long-term solution that allows them to thrive as they seek restoration, healing and reintegration. NISSI works with a global network of long-term programs to identify sustainable options for those they serve.
Visit thenissiproject.org for details.
Escambia County Extension Council seeking volunteers for zones 4, 5, 7 and 8
The Escambia County Board of County Commissioners is seeking Escambia County residents interested in volunteering to be considered for an appointment to the Escambia County Extension Council for zones 4, 5, 7 and 8.
Escambia County residents interested in serving on the Escambia County Extension Council, who meet the requirements noted in the job description found at myescambia.com, are asked to submit an information sheet and letter indicating their desire to serve by 5 p.m. Friday. Info sheets and letters should be submitted via email to shendrix@ufl.edu or by mail to: Susan Hendrix, 3740 Stefani Road, Cantonment, FL. 32533.
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The purpose of the council is to study the needs of the county in developing its natural resources, its families and youth, and to provide for the organization of planning committees in various agricultural commodities. Council members serve a two-year term of office.
Visit sfyl.ifas.ufl.edu/escambia for details.
Pacesetters jump start United Way of West Florida community campaign
United Way of West Florida’s Pacesetter companies helped kickoff United Way’s annual campaign.
These high-performing businesses lock in their donations during the summer months. The success and excitement generated by the activities of the Pacesetters inspire other organizations to follow their lead when running their own campaigns. The 2022 Pacesetter companies are:
Baptist Health Care
Beard Equipment
Early Learning Coalition of Escambia County
Goodwill Gulf Coast
Kia Autosport
Regions Bank
Synovus
United Way of West Florida
Warren Averett
This group was recognized at United Way of West Florida’s Community Kickoff. The total amount raised by the Pacesetters was also revealed, $96,292. Florida Power & Light added to the excitement, by presenting a check for $96,600 at the event. That brought the total to $192,892.
Donations to United Way of West Florida can be made by texting UWWF to 26989 or online at uwwf.org/#donate.
Take part: To make a Causes submission, email giving@pnj.com.
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