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VOL. 26 NO. 6 www.seabreezepublications.com JUNE 2024

Tee Fore Two June 7 At Sailfish Point Country Club

SafeSpace And Boys & Girls and most importantly, two
organizations critical to the
Clubs Of Martin County fabric of this community receive
Partner For A Special Event the resources they need to move
their missions forward. It’s truly
Raising Money And Awareness a chance for the community to
come together and make our
For Good Causes community a place filled with
promise, purpose and potential,”
Join over 100 golfers and community members for the says Keith Fletcher, president
Second Annual Tee Fore Two Golf Tournament, benefiting and CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs
Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County and SafeSpace! of Martin County.
Mark your calendars for Friday, June 7 as we gather at the Tee off for a brighter future!
picturesque Sailfish Point Country Club for a day of friendly • Play the captivating Jack
competition, community spirit and impactful giving. Nicklaus Signature Course in
“Tee Fore Two isn’t just a golf tournament, it’s a a fun, two-person scramble
powerful demonstration of community spirit in action. format.
By Boys & Girls Clubs of Martin County and SafeSpace John Schmahl, Karli Tiedemann, Carol Webb, Jessica Malasek, Meg Shirey, Ian Crowley,
joining forces, sponsors make a meaningful contribution, Tee Fore Two on page 4 Nicholas Nedd
The Rose Ball Shines A Light On

Treasure Coast Hospice’s Little Treasures 10th Anniversary

Signature Gala Raises Trust, Celebrities Fore
Kids, Elevate Hope and
$200,000 For Specialized Post Insurance.
Chairperson Jackie
Pediatric Care Program Brownie and her large,
dedicated committee
The Treasure Coast Hospice Foundation recently hosted worked tirelessly to
the Rose Ball Bubbles & Blossoms event at the luxurious ensure the event was a
Hutchinson Shores Resort & Spa in Jensen Beach. The resounding success.
signature gala, which celebrated the 10th Anniversary of “The success of
Little Treasures, raised $200,000 to support the specialized this year’s Rose Ball
pediatric care program. is a testament to the
The event featured many exciting components, such as passion, creativity and Presenting Sponsor Teri Dolecki
a Bloom Bar, a Living Champagne Wall, Fairy Hair and a Greg Kendrick and Treasure Coast Hospice CEO Jackie unwavering support of and Chair Jackie Brownie
360-degree photo booth. A silent and live auction also helped Kendrick the women who serve
raise critical funds. on the committee,” said Brownie. “They understand the
The commemoration of the 10th Anniversary of the Little ballroom featured children served by the program along with incredible impact that Little Treasures can have on a family
Treasures Program was marked with a celebratory toast and words of appreciation from their parents. The event also and want to ensure the program is able to continue to provide
featured video testimonials from parents of children who highlighted others who have supported the program through vital care to children and families in our community.”
have received or are currently under the care of the Little the years, such as Little Smiles, the Loblolly Community
Treasures Program. Poster boards displayed outside the Foundation, the William and Helen Thomas Charitable The Rose Ball on page 6
Education Foundation

Of Martin County’s Gala Raises Over $200,000

Students, teachers and schools will benefit from the enriching and enhancing the quality of education in Martin
Education Foundation of Martin County’s Evening of County’s public schools.
Excellence/Bids for Kids event, which raised over $200,000. Guests walked down a Beauty and the Beast themed
Presented by Morganti, this elegant gala fundraiser was held carpet before enjoying cocktails and a variety of hors
on Saturday, April 20, at Harbour Ridge Country Club. d’oeuvres inside the clubhouse. A custom-made Cogsworth
More than 240 guests attended the Beauty and the Beast ice luge featured the evening’s signature cocktail.
themed gala, which was selected by Rob Gluckman, CEO of During the cocktail reception, sponsored by Hedrick
lead sponsor Treasure Coast Urgent Care. Held annually, the Brothers Construction, guests participated in the silent
event raises funds to assist the Education Foundation with portion of the Education Foundation’s hallmark Bids for
Kids auction. With over 550
items in the silent auction,
it’s known as the largest
of its kind on the Treasure
Coast.
Volunteer auctioneer Tom
Melander conducted the live Julie Sessa, Michele Libman, Rob Gluckman, Ashley Salomon
portion of the Bids for Kids and Debra Duval, Photo by Paul Careccia
auction as guests enjoyed
dinner. Education Foundation on page 4