Snapped@ features Broward County events.
October 2024
Ann Storck Center – Ann Storck Center celebrates adult day training program facility renovation, opening after a multi-year hiatus.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward’s Bowl for Kid’s Sakes – An evening of bowling at the jungle – themed Bowl for Kids’ Sakes benefiting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward raised more than $60,000 in support of the nonprofit.
September 2024
Jack & Jill -Prospective players for the Florida Panthers visited the Jack & Jill Center, the longest-running nonprofit provider of early childhood education in Broward County, in July. The players participated in activities with students in Jack & Jill Center’s Early Education program and Elementary School including food-themed projects and STEAM activities.
Third Annual Artful Minds -NAMI Broward County’s Third Annual Artful Minds event, which included networking and light bites, showcased the work of artists living with mental health disorders, was held June 1 at MAD Arts.
38th Annual All Heart Volleyball Challenge – The Ann Storck Center, a Fort Lauderdale-based private nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching lives of children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted its 38th Annual All Heart Volleyball Challenge in Pompano Beach on June 15th.
August 2024
Guy Harvey Foundation – The Guy Harvey Foundation celebrated its second annual International Ocean Film Festival Fundraiser in Fort Lauderdale on June 8. Proceeds from the film festival, raffle and silent auction support the foundation’s education and outreach efforts.
Big Brothers Big Sisters Scholarships – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County awarded $434,000 in scholarships to 71 high school graduates who participated in the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward County mentoring program at its second annual BIG Futures Scholars Celebration on May 9.
Night of Literary Feasts – The Broward Public Library Foundation celebrated its 35th annual Night of Literary Feasts on April 13. The event raised more than $160,000 for the Broward County Library system.
July 2024
Eye of the Storm – The Museum of Discovery and Science hosted a hurricane preparedness event on June 1. Hurricane experts, meteorologists and first responders demonstrated the latest weather technology, sponsored by the Florida Division of Emergency Management and FIU’s International Hurricane Research Center. Photos courtesy of Museum of Discovery and Science.
Care for Kids Cocktail Reception – ChildNet, a Broward County community-based care agency, celebrated its annual Care for Kids Cocktail Reception on May 22 at the Lauderdale Yacht Club. The sold-out, superhero-themed event raised over $127,000 to support foster youth throughout Broward County. Photos courtesy of Downtown Photo and Gina Fontana Photographic Service.
Broward Education Foundation – Fins Up: A Tribute to Jimmy Buffett event supported teachers and students in Broward County Public Schools at the Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort on May 3.
Photos courtesy of Downtown Photo.
June 2024
Pineapple Jam – Pineapple Jam celebration on April 13 kicks off capital campaign for historic Stranahan House Museum.
Baptist Health IcePlex – Students from the L.A. Lee YMCA/Mizell Community Center’s after school programs were among the first to visit and experience the facilities at the new Baptist Health IcePlex in Fort Lauderdale.
Walk Like MADD – More than 1,000 runners, walkers and residents of South Florida participated in Mothers Against Drunk Driving Southeast Florida’s 13th Annual UKG & Salah Foundation Walk Like MADD & MADD Dash Fort Lauderdale 5K on April 28, raising nearly $200,000.
28th Annual Celebrity Chefs Event – The Ann Storck Center,– a Fort Lauderdale-based private nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching lives of children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted its 28th Annual Celebrity Chefs Event on April 26, raising more than $250,000.
Friends of Jack & Jill Center – The Ann Storck Center, a Fort Lauderdale-based private nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching lives of children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, hosted its 28th Annual Celebrity Chefs Event on April 26, raising more than $250,000.
Broward Performing Arts Foundation Founders’ Club reception – Members of the Broward Performing Arts Foundation’s Robert B. Lochrie Jr. Founders’ Club (Buddy’s Club), named for the founding chairman of the Foundation, were celebrated at a reception on April 25.
May 2024
H.O.M.E.S. Dinner in the Garden – H.O.M.E.S. Inc. hosted its fourth annual Dinner in the Garden event at the H.O.M.E.S. Outdoor Garden in Fort Lauderdale. The Havana Nights’ themed event raised over $180,000 to support affordable housing and self-sufficiency programs and services for youth and low to moderate income Broward residents.
Downtowner of the Year – Bill Walker, CEO and president of Water Taxi, was honored as the 2024 Downtowner of the Year on May 14. Photo’s by: Downtown Photo
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward Swing for Kids’ Sake – Big Brothers Big Sisters of Broward Swing for Kids’ Sake golf tournament on March 11 raised $106,763 to support the nonprofit and its mission of supporting youth through one-to-one mentoring relationships. Photo by: Little’s Photography
Leadership Broward Fun Lunch – Leadership Broward honored leaders for their commitment to the community during the recent annual Fun Lunch. Photos provided by Leadership Broward.
YMCA of South Florida unveils retail plaza L.A. Lee YMCA/Mizell Community Center – The 7,500-square foot Plaza consists of five new businesses: Holy Cross Health Center, the Salad Boss, Natural Trend Setters Salon, Fort Lauderdale Police Sistrunk Sub-Station and Optimal. Photos provided by YMCA of South Florida.
Museum of Discovery and Science’s 27th annual Wine, Spirits & Culinary Celebration – The March 8 event raised funds to support science education, innovation and exploration programs at the museum. Photos by: Michael Murphy Photography.
