Who's Who Charity in the Arts 2019 - 2020

The Ann Norton Sculpture Gardens, Inc. is a non-profit foundation established in 1977 by resident sculptor Ann Weaver Norton (1905-1982). An urban sanctuary of almost two acres, the compound comprises Norton’s historic house with exhibition galleries, her studio, monumental sculptures and tropical gardens of rare palms and cycads.

The Center for Constitutional Values (CCV) is a non-profit, 501(c)(3), which encourages Constitutional literacy in the community. Working in partnership with the Martin County School District and the YMCA Youth In Government, CCV sponsors scholarship competitions, enabling students to continue post secondary educational experiences. To further community education, the CCV Speaker Series presents noted scholars and commentators at scheduled events.

The mission of the Council on Aging of Martin County is to be the unparalleled resource of expertise, programming and support for seniors in Martin County. Its vision is to inspire a community that embraces, uplifts and encourages seniors to maintain lives of quality and purpose. Volunteer opportunities include Meals on Wheels, adult day club, Kane Center welcome desk, Kane Bistro, Kane Kitchen, special events and clerical assistance.

The foundation’s mission is to support Dr. John E. Upledger’s vision and passion to ensure that CranioSacral Therapy and other manual therapies are available worldwide to anyone who can benefit from these modalities. The Dr. John E. Upledger Foundation supports and develops therapeutic programs, education, research and treatment to relieve symptoms associated with Alzheimer’s and Dementia, Autism, cancer treatment, chronic pain, concussion and traumatic brain injury, PTSD, stress and tension-related disorders.

The Humane Society of Greater Jupiter/Tequesta, Inc. DBA Furry Friends Adoption, Clinic & Ranch, the only no-kill shelter open to the public in northern Palm Beach County, has been rescuing, rehabilitating, re-homing and providing a safe harbor for homeless animals for more than 30 years. We offer full-service affordable, quality medical care options. Community programs include its Shelter to Service Dog and Senior to Senior Programs and children’s outreach. Its Jupiter shelter and 27-acre Palm City Ranch are home to hundreds of animals that have not yet found their forever home. We are not affiliated with HSUS.

History Fort Lauderdale brings the stories of our diverse community to life through engaging educational experiences, innovative cultural exhibits, research and preservation of artifacts. Explore the city’s rich past on a lushly landscaped campus—the History Museum of Fort Lauderdale situated in the 1905 New River Inn, the 1907 Pioneer House Museum, the 1899 Ivy Cromartie Schoolhouse Museum and the Hoch Research Library. HFL is a non-profit agency supported by memberships, grants and charitable contributions.

The Humane Society of the Treasure Coast is Martin County’s only open-access, no-kill non-profit animal welfare organization. Since 1955, the HSTC has remained true to its mission: To Provide Compassionate Care and Nurture the Bond Between People and Pets.HSTC provides the only high-volume, low-cost spay-neuter program in our area, and also offers adoption programs, humane education services, partnerships with like-minded organizations and volunteer opportunities at its shelter and thrift stores. This year, HSTC will be adding the Frank and Millie Savastano Dog Play Areas and the Jane and Shirley Wurz Obedience and Education Center!

JDRF is the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. Our strength lies in our exclusive focus and singular influence on the worldwide effort to end T1D. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease that strikes both children and adults suddenly. It has nothing to do with diet or lifestyle. There is nothing you can do to prevent it. And, at present, there is no cure.

Through the generosity and leadership of community members, Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County addresses the most critical causes facing the Jewish community in the Palm Beaches and across the globe. Federation stands up to antisemitism and bigotry; creates a Jewish future by connecting children and teens to their Jewish identity; and ensures the most vulnerable have the support to live with dignity.

Jupiter Christian School is committed to excellence in teaching the mind, reaching the heart and inspiring servant leaders who will impact the world for Jesus. We believe each child should have the opportunity to cultivate their God-given gifts in a Christ-filled environment.

Since its founding, Jupiter Medical Center Foundation has empowered Jupiter Medical Center with the financial resources to impact the delivery of health and wellness for the region. JMCF, together with JMC, is committed to transforming regional health care through a combined vision using innovative techniques and technology, world-class physicians and high-quality, patient-centered care, all housed within extraordinary facilities.

KidSanctuary Campus was founded in 2009 by Connie M. Frankino with the mission to ensure that each foster care child that lives on campus receives the benefits of a sense of belonging and permanency in a caring and positive environment that nurtures self esteem and hope. The children stay in one of four family style cottages on a secure 10-acre campus in West Palm Beach. Our annual events will support the new Angel Crossing Enrichment Center that will be built on campus to serve as a nucleus for the children living in our cottages and will provide a space for a case management, tutoring, family visits and therapy.

Legal Aid Service of Broward County and Coast to Coast Legal Aid of South Florida, the “Legal Aid Programs in Broward,” work cooperatively with more than 120 area non-profits to protect and defend the legal rights of more than 20,000 children, seniors, families, veterans, homeless persons, domestic violence victims, unaccompanied immigrant minors and persons living with HIV/AIDS each year. Together they provide high-quality free civil legal advice, representation and education to low-income residents of Broward County to improve their living conditions and to encourage self-sufficiency. CCLA is funded, in part, by the Legal Services Corporation.

The 1860 Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse is our area’s most treasured landmark! Today, the Loxahatchee River Historical Society operates and beautifully preserves the Jupiter Inlet Lighthouse & Museum, providing memorable experiences to families, students and visitors from around the world. The Lighthouse site includes a restored 1940 History Museum, 1892 Tindall Pioneer Homestead, 1920s Keeper’s Workshop and natural habitat walkways. Educational programs and exhibits showcase a unique 5,000-year-old history.

The Maltz Jupiter Theatre is a professional not-for-profit regional theatre dedicated to the performing arts whose mission is to entertain, educate and inspire our community.

For more information or sponsorship opportunities, contact Erin Tartaglia at 561.972.6124 or etartaglia@jupitertheatre.org

At Scripps Research, we expand basic knowledge in the biosciences, and use these fundamental advancements to develop profound innovations that improve wellbeing. Our researchers lead breakthrough studies that address the world’s most pressing health concerns. Our educational and training programs mold talented and committed students and postdocs into the next generation of leading scientists. We are accelerating the creation and delivery of medical breakthroughs to better human health around the globe.

Selfless Love Foundation (SLF) is a non-profit organization dedicated to transforming the lives of current and former foster youth through awareness and strategic partnerships. To fulfill its mission, Selfless Love Foundation focuses its efforts on independent living and adoptions, helping former foster youth bridge the gap between dependence and independence and finding forever families for children in foster care. Volunteer opportunities are available and ongoing throughout the year. Please inquire by sending us an email.

St. Mark’s offers a safe, welcoming community for children of all faiths. Educators cultivate the best in each child through nurture and challenge. Students are provided with a balanced exposure to enriched core academics as well as an innovative STEM curriculum in the STEM SmartLab, programs in world language, athletic offerings, service learning opportunities, and courses in fine and performing arts. A deep commitment to helping others and serving the wider community provides the cornerstone for character development. A robust after-school program helps students build on individual interests. Tours are offered by appointment.

The Arc of Palm Beach County envisions a community where every person feels welcome, connected and well cared for.

We are changing the conversation around disabilities by defying definitions, inspiring possibilities and improving the lives of the people we serve, their families and our community.

The mission of The Benjamin School is to provide a challenging college preparatory education to a diverse student body in a structured, nurturing community environment. The School motivates students to master the skills of learning, communicating and evaluating choices, and encourages them to grow intellectually, socially, morally, aesthetically, and physically to their fullest individual potential. Benjamin inspires its students to develop a coherent set of values that includes love of learning, personal responsibility, self-motivation, concern for others and a commitment to serve society.

The Community Foundation Martin-St. Lucie inspires philanthropists to establish funds to impact communities in Martin and St. Lucie counties, throughout Florida, across the United States and around the globe. TCFMSL is a tax-exempt non-profit organization that enables charitable giving through endowed and donor-advised funds established by individuals, families or businesses to support the causes they care about. TCFMSL facilitated more than $1 million in grants to charitable organizations and educational institutions last year. Originally established as the Martin County Community Foundation, TCFMSL is celebrating 30 years as the face of philanthropy on the Treasure Coast. Board members include Ellyn Stevenson, W. Scott Wade, Joe Paskoski, Kenneth A. Norman, Nancy Crowder-McCoy, John C. Doody, Jack Forde, Brian E. Foss, Kathleen M. Freihofer, Michael A. Kelly, Gytha Von Aldenbruck and Theora “Bunny” Webb.

The Lyric Theatre, in historic downtown Stuart, has been a community-owned gem for 93 years. The intimate performing arts venue has only 500 seats and offers a wide variety of programming from blues and jazz, rock ‘n’ roll and doo-wop, divas and tenors, comedy and dance, family fun and more. The Lyric is committed to provide a cultural resource that enhances the quality of life, educates and inspires our youth and supports the local economy.

The Pine School is a vibrant and unified K-12, college-prep community, bound together by a shared sense of pride in our students. The Pine School has always sought to prepare students for the world of tomorrow. From our enriching off-campus, beyond-the-classroom experiences to our commitment to service that develops a deeper sense of compassion, our students are exceptionally well-rounded and attractive to top universities. Our curriculum is specially designed to focus on collaborative and creative problem-solving skills to create lifelong learners. Inspiring arts and competitive athletics are part of the balance. We invite you to tour our beautiful 142-acre campus.

Treasure Coast Food Bank, the largest hunger-relief organization and only food bank serving Martin, Indian River, St. Lucie and Okeechobee counties, works with more than 300 partner agencies to provide nutritious food and other essentials to nearly 100,000 individuals struggling with hunger each week. Volunteer opportunities range from sorting and packing food; direct distribution at our mobile pantries; food drive pick-ups and more.

Urban Youth Impact exists to love, equip and empower inner-city youth to fulfill their God-given purpose.

For over 40 years, the VNA has provided patients with a wide range of quality home healthcare services. Our charitable arm, the Visiting Nurse Foundation, utilizes donations to provide disease prevention, education and free health care to those in need. Our fundraising events support the Florence Nightingale Express Mobile Medical Clinic, VNA patients during financial need and the annual scholarship fund for high school seniors pursuing nursing. Donors make it possible for us to promote community health and assist patients in improving their quality of life.