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The Arc Hosts Inaugural Breaking Barriers Breakfast

To Promote Diversity In The Workplace

The Arc of Palm Beach County is driving change through we are privileged to business cultures. Kelly is one of the nation’s top
inclusion and innovation in the workplace to help people serve,” said Kimberly executive coaches who shapes the narrative on authentic
with disabilities live, learn, work, and thrive. In celebration McCarten, CEO and relationships and creating a sense of belonging in the
of National Disability Employment Awareness Month in president of The workforce and across our communities.
October, The Arc invites the community to their inaugural Arc. “We want to “Now is the time for humility,” said Kelly. “If your
Breaking Barriers breakfast to learn about the vital role help the community conversation centered on ‘belonging’ does not result in
people with disabilities have in the nation’s workforce. explore a change in new ideas, new concepts, and new relationships, you are
The Arc’s inaugural business breakfast will take the way we see our falling short of the opportunity to evolve.”
place on Wednesday, Oct. 19, from 7:30 to 9:30 workforce and find McCarten said, “By embracing our unique qualities,
a.m. at the Kravis Center Cohen Pavilion in West inspiration through we can and will turn challenges into opportunities for all.
Palm Beach. The breakfast aims to unite community diversity, and to join If you ever considered leading a conversation on diversity
leaders in promoting inclusive business practices and us in developing an of any kind, this event is where you need to be.”
possibilities for all. Guests will discover how people inclusive environment For more information on the Breaking Barriers
with disabilities can achieve belonging in the workplace in our businesses – breakfast, and to RSVP, please visit arcpbc.org/events/
and attain independence in their communities. They will one that celebrates breakingbarriers.
also explore how inclusion is driving innovation, how the beauty and value About The Arc Of Palm Beach County
forward-thinking businesses are enjoying success as in all of us.” The Arc is changing the conversation around
thought leaders, and how a diverse workforce leads to The Arc is hosting Dr. Alonzo Kelly disabilities by defying definitions, inspiring possibilities,
improved outcomes for businesses. keynote speaker and and improving the lives of the people we serve, their
“At The Arc, we are dreaming big on behalf professional development leader, Dr. Alonzo Kelly, to families, and our community. Since 1958, The Arc
of children, teens, and adults with intellectual and demonstrate how professional development platforms has envisioned a community where every person feels
developmental disabilities, along with the families whom rooted in trust and diversity can help cultivate successful welcome, connected, and accepted.

NoNprofit EvENt

Habitat For Humanity Of Palm Beach County

Supporters Gather For Over The Edge Launch Party!

Habitat for Humanity of Palm Beach County
(HFHPBC) hosted the launch party for its major
fundraising event, Over the Edge for Habitat for
Humanity of Palm Beach County, presented by Related
Companies on Aug. 15, at The Hilton West Palm Beach.
For the second year in a row, Habitat for Humanity of
Palm Beach County is going Over the Edge at Phillips
Point in Downtown West Palm Beach. Over the Edge for
Habitat for Humanity, presented by Related Companies is
a unique event designed to raise funds to build new homes
for families in need while revitalizing neighborhoods
throughout Palm Beach County. The event will take place
Oct. 14 and 15, and registration is now open to participate.
Nearly 75 supporters gathered for the launch party Chuck Millar, Commissioner Maria Marino, Michael
to learn more about this exciting upcoming fundraiser DeBock Jason Smith, Jaden Smith, Melissa Royal
and how it directly helps raise money for families in our
community realize their dream of home ownership. During
the evening’s event, guests enjoyed cocktails and light bits,
as well as live music
by Guller Tukel.
There was
also a very special
announcement made
during the event.
Habitat for Humanity
of Palm Beach County
revealed that United
States Army veteran
and mother of three,
Melissa Royal, was Melissa Royal, Jaden Smith
s elected for the
organization’s Veterans Build 2022. More details will Ashley Pinnock, Peter Gates Jennifer Thomason, Peter Gates Kathy and Dale Hedrick
be announced about this exciting news and family as they
start their homeownership journey. About Over The Edge for Habitat for Humanity of Michael DeBock, board chair for Habitat for Humanity
Palm Beach County, presented by the Related Group: The of Palm Beach County.” This is a great time to sign up to
first 100 fundraisers to raise a minimum of $1,000 will be a part of this incredible and thrilling event and know
earn a spot to go Over the Edge for Habitat for Humanity that proceeds are helping families in our community.”
presented by Related Companies. Those daring and lucky About Habitat For Humanity Of Palm Beach County
enough to secure a spot as an “Edger” will experience the Habitat for Humanity of Palm Beach County, founded
once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to rappel 19 stories down in 1986, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building
the iconic Phillips Point building and be a part of raising strength, stability, and self-reliance through shelter. Each
funds to help build homes, communities, and hope! Habitat partner family is required to invest sweat equity
The registration fee is $100 and counts toward the hours of their own labor into the construction of homes
$1,000 goal. Join Related Companies and become a before being eligible to purchase their home utilizing a 30-
sponsor! To learn more about sponsorship opportunities year, no-profit, no-interest loan. HFHPBC has constructed
and/or volunteer options during the event visit www. 249 safe, affordable homes throughout a service area
habitatpbc.org. extending from Hypoluxo Road in the south to the Martin
To register and learn more about the event on County line in the north and from Palm Beach to Lake
Oct. 14 and 15, visit http://give.overtheedge.events/ Okeechobee. A robust critical home repair program also
HFHPBC2022. serves the community. For more information, visit www.
“Now more than ever before, families are struggling to habitatpbc.org or call (561) 253-2080.
Michael Shivola, Julia Murphy, Michael DeBock find safe and affordable housing and need your help,” said Photos by Tracey Benson Photography