Seagull Industries for the Disabled is Making a Difference

Seagull Industries for the Disabled facilitates improving the quality of life of developmentally challenged individuals. They do this through advocacy and a variety of educational, social, vocational and residential programs designed to encourage achievement, self-reliance and economic independence.

What are you doing for others?

“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is: ‘What are you doing for others?’”  — Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

National Thank You Month

Did you know that January is National Thank You Month? Well it is, and we are excited, because we have another opportunity to say “thank you” to the BEST group of donors, volunteers and partner agencies. You stand up for this community. You make change happen. You make a difference. You give your time and resources, and strive to make Palm Beach County a better place to live and work. And you understand that we’re all in this TOGETHER.

Feeding South Florida is Making a Difference

The current economic climate has forced many families to make difficult decisions, such as whether to pay for bills or food. Many who often assisted those in need are now struggling to make ends meet, and must now ask for assistance themselves. Feeding South Florida recently assisted one such family.

Give Thanks AND Give Back

Thanksgiving is almost here. On Thursday, many will enjoy a feast with family and friends – with a roof above their heads and warm clothes – with much to be thankful for.  But many others will go without –without shelter, without food, without loved ones, and often times without hope.

National Philanthropy Day

National Philanthropy Day is a special day set aside to recognize and honor the great contributions that philanthropy—and those active in the philanthropic community—have made to our lives, our communities and our world.

National Alzheimer ’s Disease Awareness Month

In November of 1983, President Ronald Reagan designated November as National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month. At the time, fewer than 2 million Americans suffered from Alzheimer’s. Today, it is estimated that Alzheimer’s disease currently affects more than 5 million Americans.

The Literacy Coalition is Making a Difference

LITERACY.

The ability to read and write, to read the newspaper, write an email, read your child a book, prepare a resume. Seems like a small thing…. And to most, it is. Many of us take it for granted. But for many, right here in Palm Beach County, the ability to read and write is a foreign idea and often seems to be an unattainable goal.

It’s Scary Out There

As Halloween approaches, ghouls, goblins and ghosts are among us. But what we might not realize is how scary things are, not just on All-Hallow’s Eve, but all year-round. Here are some scary statistics from right here in Palm Beach County:

National Food Day

Monday, October 24, 2011 is National Food Day. The goal of Food Day is to bring together Americans from all walks of life—parents, teachers, and students; health professionals, community organizers, and local officials—to push for healthy, affordable food produced in a sustainable way.