Gulf Winds Cares Foundation donates $10,250 to four area nonprofits
The Gulf Winds Cares Foundation recently donated a total of $10,250 to four local nonprofits in the pursuit of caring for those in need, a value held closely by Gulf Winds Credit Union, according to the organization.
The foundation donated $2,000 each to Brewton and Monroeville, Alabama-area YMCAs to support youth programs. YMCAs in small towns play an integral part in serving the community. Children gain valuable skills and parents can continue to work.
The foundation also made a gift of $5,000 to the Escambia County Agency on Aging to support their senior centers and a gift of $1,250 to Single Parents Raising a Gift to support single parents and their often challenging endeavors, as well as foster children and parents. Additionally, SPRAG supports Drexel and Honeybees, a donation-only restaurant in Brewton that the Gulf Winds Cares Foundation also supports.
The mission of the Gulf Winds Cares Foundation is to create a sustainable funding source for community organizations that provide elder services, youth services, basic needs and financial education.
Visit GoGulfWinds.com for details.
NE Pensacola SERTOMA joins partners for Bayview Park shoreline cleanup
NE Pensacola SERTOMA, in partnership with GulfCoast Kid's House, Habitat for Humanity and Escambia County Public School Foundation, will host a shoreline cleanup event from 7 a.m. to noon Saturday, Sept. 9 at Pensacola Bayview Park.
This joint effort aims to prepare the park's shoreline for the DragonBoat 2023 fundraiser and help Parks & Recreation with returning the Bayview Park shoreline to a pristine water view location.
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The event will see volunteers from the community, local organizations and businesses coming together to clean up and rejuvenate the shoreline area, enhancing the natural beauty of Bayview Park. The collaborative effort underscores the commitment of these organizations to make a positive impact on the environment and provide a fantastic viewing venue for the DragonBoat Races.
The DragonBoat 2023 fundraising event is set to take place Sept. 30. The efforts put into the shoreline cleanup will not only create a pristine backdrop for the event but also underscore the collective dedication of NE Pensacola SERTOMA, GulfCoast Kid's House, Habitat for Humanity, and Escambia County Public School Foundation to the betterment of the Pensacola community.
Visit pensacoladragonboatfestival.com for details.
Pensacola Children’s Chorus secures Children’s Trust grant for Sing to Succeed initiative
The Pensacola Children’s Chorus recently announced that it has been awarded a grant from the Escambia County Children’s Trust to support its pioneering project, Sing to Succeed. This transformative initiative aims to harness the power of music to empower underserved youth, build their confidence and self-esteem, and foster social and emotional growth.
Sing to Succeed, made possible through the funding from ECT, will provide tuition-free membership to PCC’s Resident Choir Program for up to 60 low-income or at-risk youth. Through weekly rehearsals and performances, participants will develop essential life skills, such as responsibility, teamwork, accountability, empathy and confidence. This initiative recognizes the impact of choral singing on academic performance, learning aptitude, social skills and overall well-being.
Participants in the Sing to Succeed initiative will also receive individualized pre-rehearsal instruction in music theory and aural skills. Moreover, it will provide homework help, study and life skill development, and subject area assistance, enabling singers to engage in rehearsals with greater focus and enthusiasm.
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Through Sing to Succeed, the Pensacola Children’s Chorus aims to extend its reach to a broader demographic and contribute to the positive development of young individuals in the community. Young singers, incoming grades 1 through 12, who are interested may audition for the chorus by Sept. 15, with more opportunities to join in December and January.
Email jchild@pensacolasings.org to schedule an audition or visit PensacolaSings.org/sing-to-succeed for details.
Small businesses invited to Pensacola Supplier Diversity Exchange
Small business owners and suppliers are invited to connect at the Pensacola Supplier Diversity Exchange on Sept. 14 for a free event featuring opportunities to market goods and services directly with local and state buyers.
The event will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Sanders Beach-Corinne Jones Resource Center at 913 S. "I" St. Hosted by the city of Pensacola, Gulf Coast Minority Chamber of Commerce and the Office of Supplier Diversity, the event will include panel discussions, presentations and networking opportunities.
Panel discussions will take place from 9 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. and feature an overview of working with local, state and federal agencies, as well as a small business spotlight. The business exchange will take place from 1 to 3 p.m. and will feature over 20 state and local agencies available for networking. Local food trucks will be available on-site for lunch.
Although the event is free, attendees are encouraged to register online at PensacolaExchange2023.eventbrite.com. Registration will also be available onsite.
Take part: To make a Causes submission, email giving@pnj.com.
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