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VOL. 27 NO. 3 www.seabreezepublications.com MARCH 2025

VIM Gala Raises Funds For Martin County’s Health

Volunteers in Medicine (VIM)
Clinic hosted its annual VIM Gala at
the Willoughby Golf Club on Saturday,
January 25, bringing together over 150
supporters to raise $345,000 for the clinic’s
mission. These funds help provide over
$10 million in free health care services to
eligible Martin County residents in need
annually.
The gala’s theme, Old Havana Nights, set the stage for an evening of celebration and
philanthropy. VIM President Frank Byers, Jr., shared the Starfish Story to emphasize
the clinic’s impact: “A man on the beach throws a starfish back into the ocean, telling
a bystander, ‘It made a difference to that one.’ At VIM, every life we touch makes a
difference, and together, we help so many.”

VIM Gala Raises Funds on page 3 Nick and Dee Blount, Cindi Hobbs-deMoya, Wayne Klick, Marlene Filer and Ralph Davino
Founding Friends Of Treasure Coast Hospice

Safari Nights Roars To Success

Annual Gala Raises $198K For Youth And

Family Grief Support Programs

The Founding Friends of Treasure Coast Hospice (FFOTCH) welcomed guests to a
magnificently decorated “jungle” at its Safari Nights fundraising gala, held on Jan. 11, at
Harbour Ridge Yacht and Country Club in Palm City. The sold-out event raised $198,000 to
support Treasure Coast Hospice’s youth and family grief support programs.
Surrounded by the sounds of the jungle and exotic animal décor, nearly 200 attendees
enjoyed an evening of glamour and adventure. A fabulous dinner, entertainment and a spirited
auction created an unforgettable night designed to raise awareness and funds to support
comprehensive grief counseling programs for children and families in the community.
“Treasure Coast Hospice is deeply grateful to the Founding Friends for their continued
support of our youth and family grief support programs,” said Foundation Director Agnes
Palmer, CFRE. “The success of Safari Nights is a testament to the unwavering commitment
of the incredible volunteers who are dedicated to ensuring resources that provide comfort,
hope and healing are available to those who are grieving in our community.”

Safari Nights Roars To Success on page 4 Safari Nights Committee
Golf For Heroes

Tournament Raises Over $11,000
For Marine’s Son

By Charles Dame, Special to Seabreeze Publications
Sunshine, camaraderie, and a shared sense of purpose filled Hammock Creek Golf
Club during the recent Golf for Heroes Tournament – an inspiring community event
dedicated to honoring the life of Marine Gunnery Sgt. Terry J. Elliott. Over $11,000 was
raised for Gunnery Sgt. Elliott’s son, Preston, who is now pursuing college in memory
of his father’s selfless service.

Golf For Heroes on page 3