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House Of Hope Receives Grant

From Mariner Sands Charity Week Fundraising Events

House of Hope is the grateful beneficiary of Mariner Sands Golf and Country Club’s
2024 Charity Week, a week of events that Mariner Sands residents stage every year to raise
funds for community nonprofits.
The $70,500 awarded to House of Hope will support Project HOPE: Helping Others
Progress through Empowerment, which helps individuals and families to receive basic help
like food and clothing, financial assistance for items like rent and utilities, and opportunities
to change their lives and become self-sufficient.
The grant will also help to support House of Hope’s Centers for Enrichment, especially
the programs at the KinDoo Center for Enrichment in Indiantown. Classes and programs at
the Centers for Enrichment in Golden Gate, Jensen Beach and Indiantown include English
as a Second Language, Kindergarten readiness, smoking cessation, homework help, art
classes and more.
“The number of our neighbors who need help continues to grow,” said House of Hope
CEO Rob Ranieri. “This past year alone, we assisted 21,000 people, distributed almost 1.3
million pounds of food including fresh fruits and vegetables, welcomed 625 individuals to
programs at the Centers for Enrichment, and reached 4,700 children and adults with nutrition
education and gardening programs. That’s a huge undertaking, and we can only do it with The Mariners Sands Charity Week 2024 committee members met with House of Hope
the help of generous community members like the residents of Mariner Sands.” representatives in House of Hope’s hydroponic greenhouses on the site of the Growing Hope Farm
“We are delighted to partner with the House of Hope and contribute to their impactful work in Palm City. The Mariner Sands community has a long tradition of supporting local nonprofits
within our community,” said Jack Flanagan, president of Mariner Sands Charity Week. “This like House of Hope with its annual week of fundraising events. Pictured are Alan Cassanelli,
Chuck Homer, Jennifer Wilson, Jack Flanagan, Rich Montero, House of Hope CEO Rob Ranieri,
House Of Hope on page 4 Mike Galletti and House of Hope staff members Dave Lee and Amy Belisle.
A Winning Combination United Way Celebrates

To Help Shelter Animals: Collaboration And Community

Cats And Wine Impact With Over $1.95 Million

For those who love both cats and wine, the Humane Investment In Martin County
Society of the Treasure Coast is planning the perfect
event: the seventh annual Kitty Catalina Wine Mixer.
It’s happening from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 6, at The echoes of celebration still linger after an unforgettable afternoon at United Way
the Palm City shelter’s Memorial Garden, 4100 S.W. of Martin County’s Big Reveal – the thrilling moment when local agencies discover their
Leighton Farm Avenue. funding fate and the amount of support they’ll receive. On Friday, June 21, more than 120
The adoption fee will be waived during the event attendees gathered at Indian Riverside Park’s Frances Langford Dockside Pavilion for
for felines over one year old, thanks to presenting this special event, sponsored by Capstone IT and STS Aviation Group. With much pride
sponsor Sherry Dunn, animal rescue advocate and and anticipation, 38 community impact grants were awarded to 27 nonprofit agencies
international best-selling author. totaling $958,800, showcasing how, together, we are shaping a brighter future for every
Attendees will have the opportunity to mingle corner of our community.
with friends and sample a variety of wines from the
following Florida Vineyards: Keel and Curley Winery,
Florida Orange Groves Winery, Secret Gardens
Winery & Farm and San Sebastian Winery. There
will also be light bites provided by Chef Amy from
Heritage Kitchen at Secret Gardens, raffle baskets and, Kitty Catalina is proudly presented
of course, the stars of the evening, cats and kittens. by Sherry Dunn, animal rescue
advocate and international best-
Cats And Wine on page 3 selling author.

Big Reveal attendees, grant recipients and staff gather for group photo to celebrate over
$1.95 million investment into Martin County.

United Way Celebrates on page 4