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NoNprofiT NeWs

Applications Open To Local Nonprofits For Palm Beach

International Boat Show Gives Back Grant Program

Now through Oct. 18, nonprofit organizations across Palm Grant proceeds
Beach County can apply for the Palm Beach International Boat will be used to fund
Show (PBIBS) Gives Back $500,000 grant program. Founded projects that will
in 2023, the grant program helps support environmental and positively impact
marine education programs, and waterfront projects in Palm thousands of lives in
Beach County. The program is a collaboration between Palm Beach County
the Marine Industries Association of Palm Beach County through inspiring
(MIAPBC), the owner of the Palm Beach International Boat educational programs
Show, and Informa, the producer of the show. and waterfront projects.
Last year, Palm Beach
International Boat
Show Gives Back
awarded proceeds
t o 25 nonprofi t
organizations. Grantees
included Loggerhead
Marinelife Center, Palm Beach International Boat Show Gives Back Grant Recipients. Photo by Tracey Benson Photography
ANGARI Foundation,
Palm Beach State College Foundation, Girl Scouts of
Southeast Florida, and the Youth Sailing Foundation of the
Palm Beaches.
“Our mission is to promote and protect the sound
growth of the marine industry in Palm Beach County
for the benefit and education of the community and the
2024 Palm Beach International Boat Show Aerial Shot environment,” said Alyssa Freeman, executive director
of the MIAPBC. “We hope to help foster a future where
knowledge and stewardship go hand in hand to protect
and enrich our community.”
Grant programs will be considered for up to $25,000 per
nonprofit organization annually. Programs that will be funded
include educational activities, curriculum development,
field trips, outreach, in-house programs, and other related
activities. In addition, programs that enhance the Palm Beach
County waterfront, such as public art, cultural activities, and Coastal Ocean Explorers: Sharks Education Program.
small capital projects, will be considered. Photo By Angari Foundation
Palm Beach International Boat Show Gives Back is
funded through the proceeds from the annual Palm Beach underwriting of organizations,” explained Rena Blades,
International Boat Show, which include ticket sales, optional director of community and government affairs for the boat
add-on donations, and other boat show-related endeavors. The show. “We are excited to continue the tradition of community
boat show has been produced for more than 40 years and has giving to ensure that our coastal communities are understood,
a major economic impact on the region. It is a much-loved, valued, and protected for generations to come.”
Talented Teen Club Snorkeling Day annual tradition for residents of the region and is widely To apply, and for more information on eligibility,
known to be among a handful of must-attend, major boating requirements, and criteria, please visit marinepbc.org/grant-
events in the world. program/ or call (561) 863-0012.
“The Palm Beach International Boat Show has always Photos courtesy of ANGARI Foundation,
given back to the community through sponsorships and Tracey Benson Photography, and MIAPBC.

Coastal Ocean Explorers: Sharks Education Program. Photo
By Angari Foundation

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