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Make A Difference: Loggerhead Marinelife Center

Seeking Volunteers For Open Positions

Loggerhead Marinelife Center (LMC)
is seeking dedicated volunteers who
are passionate about marine life and are
looking to make a difference in their
community. LMC volunteers play an active
role in sea turtle recovery, as well as ocean
conservation and education.
With numerous events and programs
aimed at engaging the community, the
center relies heavily on the support of
local volunteers. LMC offers a range of
volunteer positions for anyone wanting
to make an impact, including assisting
in education and conservation programs,
providing excellent customer service in • Volunteer recognition awards and appreciation events.
the gift shop, working at the Juno Beach • Staff discounts at the center’s gift store, and for
Pier, and assisting the sea turtle veterinary summer camps and visitor experiences.
team. Volunteers must be at least 16 years old and work calling on individuals passionate about marine life to join us • Staff discounts on scuba certifications, boat fees, and
a minimum of one, three-and-a-half-hour shift per week in making a difference.” rental gear.
over the course of six months. Benefits of volunteering at LMC include: • A fun community and environment of like-minded
“Volunteers play a crucial role in our efforts to protect • Exclusive staff and volunteer sea turtle experiences. individuals making a positive difference!
sea turtles and their habitats,” said Kay Tennison, Volunteer • Continued education opportunities through mission-
Program Manager at Loggerhead Marinelife Center. “We are aligned training lectures and classes. Loggerhead News on page 26

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Applications Open To Local Nonprofits For Palm Beach

International Boat Show Gives Back Grant Program

Now through Oct. 18, nonprofit organizations across Foundation, Girl Scouts of Southeast Florida, and the Youth
Palm Beach County can apply for the Palm Beach Sailing Foundation of the Palm Beaches.
International Boat Show (PBIBS) Gives Back $500,000 “Our mission is to promote and protect the sound
grant program. Founded in 2023, the grant program helps growth of the marine industry in Palm Beach County
support environmental and marine education programs, and for the benefit and education of the community and the
waterfront projects in Palm Beach County. The program is environment,” said Alyssa Freeman, executive director
a collaboration between the Marine Industries Association of the MIAPBC. “We hope to help foster a future where
of Palm Beach County (MIAPBC), the owner of the Palm knowledge and stewardship go hand in hand to protect
Beach International Boat Show, and Informa, the producer and enrich our community.”
of the show.
Grant proceeds will
be used to fund projects
that will positively impact
thousands of lives in Palm
Beach County through Coastal Ocean Explorers: Sharks Education Program.
inspiring educational Photo By Angari Foundation
programs and waterfront
projects. Last year, Palm Grant programs will be considered for up to $25,000 per
Beach International Boat nonprofit organization annually. Programs that will be funded
Show Gives Back awarded include educational activities, curriculum development,
proceeds to 25 nonprofit field trips, outreach, in-house programs, and other related
organizations. Grantees activities. In addition, programs that enhance the Palm Beach
included Loggerhead County waterfront, such as public art, cultural activities, and
Ma ri ne l i fe Ce nt e r, small capital projects, will be considered.
ANGARI Foundation, Palm Beach International Boat Show Gives Back Grant Recipients. Photo by Tracey
Palm Beach State College Benson Photography Nonprofit News on page 26