2019 Vero Beach Guide to Giving

CHARITY REGISTRY & SEASON PREVIEW

The Joy That Follows

Fundraising makes everyone feel good

By Ann Taylor

Welcome to Vero Beach Magazine’s annual Guide to Giving. On these pages you will find updated information about nonprofit agencies and service organizations, all focused on improving the overall health and well-being of Indian River County residents. You will note the list is longer this year, in response to an increase in needs.

How you can help is the big question, and that’s where fundraising can make a difference. It’s been said that charity is giving, while philanthropy is investing, which translates to supporting the causes you have a heart for.

A perfect example is May Pops, presented by Indian River Medical Center Foundation. Now in its 30th year, the annual

open-air concert featuring the Brevard Symphony Orchestra attracts 1,200 attendees and engages 100 volunteers. Held the first Sunday in May, the much-anticipated event is a source of significant financial support for the medical center. Proceeds help advance technology, enhance facilities and elevate patient care at IRMC, thus benefitting the entire community.

The beauty of May Pops is that it’s accessible, affordable and fun! The event got its start thanks to two angels, Helen Post and her late husband, Dick, who shared a fundraising vision.

As Liz Bruner, IRMC Foundation president, points out, “With May Pops, Helen and Dick Post began a tradition embraced by their family and our community. Their leadership and generosity

Hundreds gather for May Pops each year to enjoy great music and support Indian River Medical Center Foundation.

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have made this event a success that benefits us all by helping to advance local healthcare.”

Fundraising becomes even more important when operating budgets take a financial hit, as evidenced by recent cuts in state and federal funding for nonprofit cultural organizations. Riverside Theatre and Vero Beach Museum of Art, two community treasures, recently experienced a 50 percent drop in funding. Ouch.

According to Oscar Sales, Riverside Theatre’s director of marketing, there are a number of fundraising events you can support to make up for the shortfall. The biggie is the annual Premiere Benefit, which takes place at the opening performance of Riverside’s March production. Add to that November’s Fall Luncheon, February’s Supper Club, Vegas Nights in July, and Festival of Trees in November, the largest fundraiser for the theater’s education division.

“These fundraisers help with Riverside’s over $8 million operation, where only 50 percent is covered by ticket sales,” says Sales. “I always say we’re in the business of experiences. We don’t have a tangible product like a chair or a shirt that will bring back memories every time you see it; we can only give a feeling and we work hard to see that our experiences are unique and memorable.”

Memorable experiences are also in great supply at Vero Beach Museum of Art, where membership, program sponsorship, planned giving and event participation help provide creative educational, artistic and humanities-based opportunities for the entire community.

According to Sophie Bentham-Wood, the museum’s director of marketing and communications, participating in fundraising events provides an exciting and engaging way to support museum programs and ensure that future generations are able to experience VBMA.

It has been proved that engaging children in civic-minded activities from a young age teaches them to appreciate what they have and to understand that they have the ability to help others.

Sometimes it starts with something as simple as a lemonade stand. With anticipation shining in their eyes, three 5-year-olds wave a sign sporting the words “Help support Crossover Mission,” a local basketball and academic mentoring program for at-risk youth. You can’t say no. While one little girl carefully pours your sweet drink, the other hands you a homemade cookie and napkin. It’s not the amount of money they make; it’s the joy that comes from knowing they’re helping others.

Fundraising can be infectious. Last spring, coach Gerry Berkheimer’s tennis students at the Jungle Club played 12 hours of tennis, raising $1,000 in support of the Hope for Families Center Shelter Program. At the end of the day they were

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exhausted — and elated — happy they had made a difference in the lives of those less fortunate.

Then there’s Lilly Connell, who decided at the age of 7 that shelter animals needed help more than she needed presents. For her birthday, she asked her friends and family to make a donation to the Humane Society of Vero Beach and Indian River County instead of bringing her gifts. After collecting over $400 Lilly became the nonprofit’s youngest Guardian Angel and first child Guardian Angel.

In the years since, animals at the Humane Society have benefitted from Lilly’s fundraising efforts. Today, at age 18, the rising college sophomore continues to care for and support homeless animals.

So, how can you reach out to those less fortunate? This Guide to Giving is filled with opportunities to help others, be they twoor four-footed. Circle one, get involved, and experience the joy that follows! ✤

organizations.

That’s 148 ways we can give back to our community.

Events, such as the Windsor Charity Polo Cup, which raised $280,000 in 2018, serve as great opportunities to gather with friends.

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VOLUNTEER AND FEEL GOOD

September 8: Day of Caring

Looking for the perfect way to give back to the community? United Way of Indian River County is inviting all residents to grab a rake, paintbrush, shovel or hammer for a day full of hands-on community improvement projects known as the Day of Caring. The annual event, presented by Publix, includes a kickoff breakfast at First Presbyterian Church of Vero Beach.

United Way of IRC

at First Presbyterian Church

520 Royal Palm Blvd.

8 a.m. kickoff

772-567-8900

unitedwayirc.org

LAGOON LOVE

September 15: National Estuaries Day

Celebrate the Indian River Lagoon at the ELC with pond dip-netting, canoe quick-trips under shaded mangrove tunnels, seining in the lagoon, Critter Fun Facts talk, touch tank, and 1.5 miles of boardwalks and EcoFIT trails. Bring a picnic and enjoy!

Environmental Learning Center 255 Live Oak Drive

9 a.m.–12 p.m.

$10 adults, $5 children under 12 772-589-5050 discoverelc.org

REACHING FOR THE SUMMIT

September 26–27: Eighth Annual Child Summit

Treasure Coast Guardians for New Futures supports the unfunded needs of abused and neglected children and seeks to increase public awareness on issues related to maltreatment of children. The focus of this year’s GFNF Child Summit will be youth mental health. Professionals from multiple disciplines will be making presentations during this two-day event.

Guardians for New Futures at Treasure Coast Public Safety Training Complex

Frank & LeVan Fee Building, IRSC

4600 Kirby Loop Road, Fort Pierce

7:30 a.m.–4 p.m.

Free, donations appreciated

772-807-3868

gfnf4kids.org

WOMEN DRIVERS

October 4–11: U.S. Senior Women’s Amateur Championship

Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club has earned the honor of hosting the 57th U.S. Senior Women’s Amateur Championship on its Arnold Palmerdesigned course. About a month before the championship, sectional qualifying will be conducted at more than 20 sites nationwide, including Vero Beach Country Club, and the top 132 will play at Orchid Island, beginning with practice rounds on Oct. 4.

The event is open to female amateur golfers who have reached their 50th birthday by the first day of the Championship, Oct. 6, and have a Handicap Index not exceeding 14.4. Some notable past champions are Ellen Port, Diane Lang, Carol Semple Thompson and Anne Sander. Spectators are encouraged to attend. The USGA and Orchid Island expect a number of local golfers to attempt to qualify.

In the words of Arnold Palmer himself, “Orchid Island is an ideal location. It’s in one of the nicest spots along the Treasure Coast of Florida. The club is simply outstanding.”

Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club

1 Beachside Drive

Schedule to be announced, free admission 772-388-2350

orchidislandgolfandbeachclub.com

Sheldon Burkett, Garry Wilson, Debbie Butler, Anthony Westbury, Thom Raulen, Brian Bergen

Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club

riversidetheatre.com

IT’S SHOWTIME!

RIVERSIDE THEATRE’S 45TH SEASON

Showtime is always a good time at Riverside. Individual show and season tickets are currently on sale. Special discounts and benefits are offered to season ticket holders.

October 23–November 11: ‘Smokey Joe’s Cafe’

“Smokey Joe’s Cafe” is a celebration of the music of legendary songwriters Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller, creators of such hits as “Stand by Me,” “Jailhouse Rock” and “Hound Dog.”

January 8–27, 2019: ’Evita’

Featuring the music of Andrew Lloyd Webber with lyrics by Tim Rice, “Evita” garnered seven Tony Awards, including “Best Musical.”

January 22–February 10, 2019: ‘Next to Normal’

This more intimate setting at Riverside is the perfect venue for new or off-Broadway thought-provoking shows. “Next to Normal” is the compelling tale of a seemingly typical suburban family whose life is colored by mental illness.

February 5–24, 2019: ‘The Last Romance’

The story of Ralph, an elderly widower, is a heartwarming comedy that reminds us that it’s never too late to find love.

March 12–31, 2019: ‘My Fair Lady’

This classic Lerner and Loewe musical, based on George Bernard Shaw’s play “Pygmalion,” is one of the most successful and award-winning shows in Broadway history.

March 26–April 14, 2019: ‘Ghost-Writer’

This “mysterious and imaginative” play by Michael Hollinger tells the dramatic tale of Myra, the secretary of a novelist who dies mid-sentence during dictation of his story.

April 16–May 5, 2019: ‘Legally Blonde’

This musical comedy has been a huge hit on both stage and screen.

Riverside Theatre

3250 Riverside Park Drive

Times and prices vary 772-231-6990

riversidetheatre.com

IN PERFECT HARMONY

TREASURE COAST CHORALE 2018–2019

Treasure Coast Chorale’s 17th season is almost upon us. Specific details for each show will be announced several weeks in advance, but be sure to mark your calendar now.

November 4: ‘When You Wish Upon a Star’ This performance will celebrate space music that is out of this world! 4 p.m.

December 15 and 16: Handel’s ‘Messiah,’ 7 p.m.

Treasure Coast Chorale will join choirs from the community, the Messiah Festival Orchestra and world-class soloists in First Baptist Church’s 49th annual presentation of Handel’s beloved oratorio. 7 p.m.

March 3, 2019: ‘Goin’ Home’

A tribute to Vero Beach’s 100th Anniversary. 4 p.m.

June 2, 2019: ‘Let Music Live’ The Florida hills are alive with the sounds of music. 4 p.m.

Treasure Coast Chorale at First Baptist Church 2206 16th Ave.

Suggested donation $10 772-231-3498

treasurecoastchorale.org

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A LIVELY LINEUP SUNRISE THEATRE LINEUP

The beautifully restored, 1,200-seat Sunrise Theatre, located in historic downtown Fort Pierce, is a true jewel of the Treasure Coast. Less than 30 minutes from Vero Beach, the Sunrise presents national touring Broadway shows, comedy acts, ballet and opera companies with full orchestras, and concerts of various musical genres. See the Sunrise website and our future issues for February and March shows.

November 24: Drumline Live Holiday Spectacular, 8 p.m. Festive holiday sounds combining gospel, jazz, soul, Motown rhythms and “The Nutcracker Suite”

Drumline Live will take you on an unforgettable journey through holiday classics.

November 28: Dave Koz & Friends Christmas Tour, 7 p.m. Jazz saxophonist Dave Koz presents the 20th anniversary of his Christmas tour with special guests.

December 13: The Midtown Men: Holiday Hits, 7 p.m. Celebrate the holidays ‘60s style with four stars of the original Broadway cast of “Jersey Boys.”

December 26: National Ballet Theatre of Odessa Presents ‘The Nutcracker,’ 7 p.m. This legendary Ukrainian ballet troupe brings 55 bright and talented dancers to the Treasure Coast.

January 10, 2019: The Kingston Trio: The Legacy Tour, 7 p.m. In this salute to 60 years of the Kingston Trio, Josh Reynolds, son of original member Nick Reynolds, joins lifelong musical partners Mike Marvin and Tim Gorelangton for an evening of folk music.

January 18, 2019: The Righteous Brothers: Bill Medley and Bucky Heard, 8 p.m. Revisit that “Lovin’ Feeling” and the rest of the Righteous Brothers’ legacy of “blue-eyed soul.”

January 25, 2019: Howie Mandel, 8 p.m. Don’t miss the laughs as this comedian and television personality returns to the Sunrise Theatre stage.

Sunrise Theatre

117 S. Second St., Fort Pierce Prices vary 772-461-4775 sunrisetheatre.com

Treasure Coast Chorale members gather on the playground at First Baptist Church.

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IN GOOD VOICE

VERO BEACH OPERA’S 30TH SEASON

January 13: Bizet’s ‘Carmen’

Fully staged orchestra and English supertitles, 3 p.m.

February 2: ‘Bel Canto’ Concert

Rossini, Bellini and Donizetti arias, duets and ensembles, 7 p.m.

March 19–22: Marcello Giordani Master Class Competition and concert, times vary

Vero Beach Opera at Vero Beach High School Performing Arts Center 1707 16th St. Times vary; $30 and up, student discounts 772-564-5537 verobeachopera.org

Matthew White, winner of last year’s Deborah Voigt/Vero Beach Opera Foundation International Vocal Competition, will perform Feb. 2.

MUSIC TO OUR EARS

INDIAN RIVER SYMPHONIC ASSOCIATION PRESENTS “A FESTIVAL OF ORCHESTRAS”

Orchestras from near and far will bring their talents to Vero Beach.

January 18: Brevard Symphony Orchestra, Christopher Confessore, conductor, and Sergey Belyavskiy, pianist, performing Brahms’ “Hungarian Dance” No. 1; Tchaikovsky’s Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-flat minor, Op. 23; “On the Beautiful Blue Danube” Waltz by J. Strauss Jr.; “Nascence and Apotheosis” from “Journey” by A. Wintory; and “Capriccio Espagnol” by N. Rimsky-Korsakov

January 25: Shanghai Opera Symphony Orchestra

Zhang Chengjie, conductor, and Chen Yangyuetong, violinist, performing Rossini’s Overture to “The Barber of Seville”; “Butterfly Lovers” Violin Concerto by H. Zhanhao and C. Gang; and “Symphonie Fantastique,” Op. 14 by H. Berlioz

February 8: Brevard Symphony Orchestra, Christopher Confessore, conductor, and Rich Ridenour, pianist, performing the pops concert “Great Movies, Grand Piano”

February 14: Russian National Orchestra, Mikhail Pletnev, conductor, and George Li, pianist, performing Rachmaninoff’s “Vocalise” and “Symphonic Dances,” Op. 45 and Chopin’s Piano Concerto No. 1 in E minor Op. 11

Indian River Symphonic Association at Community Church of Vero Beach 1901 23rd St. 7:30 p.m., prices vary 772-778-1070

irsymphonic.org

Nikolaj Znaider

Rich Ridenour

SPEAKING OF ...

VERO BEACH MUSEUM OF ART 2019 INTERNATIONAL LECTURE SERIES

Literature, Theater, History and Fashion will be on the Agenda This Season.

January 21: Graham Moore: ‘The Legacy of Sherlock Holmes’

A New York Times bestselling novelist and Academy Award-winning screenwriter, Moore will discuss Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s detective and the reasons he has become one of the most beloved and enduring fictional characters of the past two centuries.

February 18: Rob Ashford: ‘A Life of Opening Nights’

As a longtime stage director and choreographer, Ashford has worked with a long list of celebrity performers on Broadway, in the movies, and on television. He will divulge what it’s like to work at the highest levels of the entertainment world and share some of the highs and lows of his career.

March 4: Daisy Goodwin: ‘Victoria’s Secrets’

English novelist and television producer Daisy Goodwin became an expert on Queen Victoria by reading the monarch’s extensively detailed diaries, on which she based her 2016 novel, “Victoria.” She went on to create the PBS series of the same name. Take an intimate look behind the popular images of the stern-faced matriarch.

March 25: Aileen Ribeiro: ‘Life with the Pre-Raphaelites: Art, Dress and Beauty’

This illustrated lecture by Ribeiro, an international fashion historian, will focus on the clothing attitudes of the Pre-Raphaelites, a secret society founded in 1848 by young artists who rebelled against prevailing artistic theories and cultural conventions.

Vero Beach Museum of Art

3001 Riverside Park Drive

4:30 p.m., $285 series ($265 members), $85 individual ($75 members) 772-231-0707

vbmuseum.org

Graham Moore

Rob Ashford

Daisy Goodwin

Aileen Ribeiro

BE IN THE KNOW RIVERSIDE THEATRE DISTINGUISHED LECTURER SERIES

In 2019, the series’ 21st consecutive season, Riverside Theatre will present a lineup of relevant, thought-provoking lectures by a diverse roster of well-informed public figures. The Distinguished Lecturer Series covers foreign relations, defense, politics, science and other important topics; its goal is to provide knowledge and insight that will help audiences interpret the complexities of world events.

January 28: Adm. James Stavridis

‘Global Security: Obstacles and Challenges for Leadership’

Retired Adm. Stavridis is the dean of Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University.

February 11: Mitch Daniels Jr.

‘Greater Affordability, Accessibility and Accountability in Higher Education’

Daniels is the president of Purdue University and former governor of Indiana.

February 25: Kimberley Strassel

‘Inside the Trump Presidency’ Strassel is a member of the editorial board of the Wall Street Journal.

March 11: To Be Announced

The Distinguished Lecturer Series committee is monitoring current events to determine the fourth speaker.

Riverside Theatre

3250 Riverside Park Drive

4 p.m. and 6 p.m.

Stark Theatre main stage, $400 series subscription, $100 individual event ticket;

Waxlax Theatre live simulcast, $200 series subscription, $85 individual event ticket 772-231-6990

riversidetheatre.com

Mitch Daniels Jr.

Adm. James Stavridis

Kimberley Strassel

BOTANICAL BOOK SIGNINGS

MCKEE’S 2019 AUTHOR EVENTS

McKee Botanical Garden will host two author events in 2019. Visit mckeegarden.org for event specifics.

January 17: Book Signing and Luncheon

Enjoy a luncheon followed by a book signing with Tatiana Holway, author of “The Flower of Empire: An Amazonian Water Lily, the Quest to Make it Bloom, and the World it Created.” In this book, Tatiana tells the story of this magnificent lily, revealing how it touched nearly every aspect of Victorian life, art and culture. Holway’s colorful narrative captures the sensation stirred by Victoria regia in England, particularly the intense race among prominent Britons to be the first to coax the flower to bloom. 1 p.m.

March 27: Book Signing and Lecture

Be sure not to miss a book signing and lecture by Karen Tripson about her book “The Cooking Class in San Sebastian.” Karen, a descendant of Waldo Sexton, has fond memories of her childhood in Vero Beach, including daily visits to the home of her grandparents, Waldo and Elsebeth Sexton, and trips to Waldo’s botanical paradise, McKee Jungle Gardens. Attendees will get to sample foods featured in the book, prepared by Tripson herself. 2 p.m.

McKee Botanical Garden

350 U.S. 1

Ticket prices vary 772-794-0601

mckeegarden.org

IT’S INSTRUMENTAL CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES

Vero Beach Museum of Art announces its 11th season of chamber music performances by Atlantic Classical Orchestra, led by music director and conductor David Amado. Each concert will be followed by a wine and cheese reception with the musicians.

February 3: ‘The Contrast Duo’

A new piano and violin ensemble that presents a broad repertoire mixing performance art with the traditional; Darren Matias, piano, and Yasa Poletaeva, violin

February 24: ‘The High & Low of It’

A delightful collection of trios and sonatas, including works by Camille Saint-Saens, Francis Poulenc, Beethoven and others; Tina Apelgren, flute; Janet Harris, bassoon; and Tao Lin, piano

April 7: ‘Two Dramatic Piano Trios’

Piano Trio in G minor, Op. 15 by Smetana and Piano Trio No. 2 in E minor, Op. 67 by Shostakovich; Aleksandr Zhuk, violin; Ashley Garritson, cello; and Catherine Lan, piano

Vero Beach Museum of Art

Leonhardt Auditorium

3001 Riverside Park Drive 3 p.m., prices vary 772-231-0707 vbmuseum.org ✤

Atlantic Classical Orchestra, conducted by music director David Amado

On the Rocks

By Stephanie MacWiilliam

Photography by Jared Blais

Cooper & Co.

Lela Rose red lace dress, $1,595

Veranda

Jewelry on opposite page

Veranda

Sapphire, ruby, emerald and diamond bracelet set in 18-karat gold, $31,900

Sapphire, ruby, emerald, ebony and diamonddrop earrings set in 18-karat gold, $6,380

Sapphire and diamond hoop earrings set in 18-karat gold, $2,625

6th Avenue Jewelers

18-karat gold, amethyst and emerald estate pendant, price upon request

Katwalk

Camilla round-neck jewel caftan, $595

Posh

Planet slim pant, $211

Kemp’s Shoe Salon & Boutique

Paul Mayer black “Bingo” sequin ballet fat, $225

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Ocean Drive Jewelers

White South Seas pearl ring with diamonds in platinum, price upon request

Black South Seas pearl necklace with pave diamond clasp

White South Seas pearl necklace

Black South Seas pearl bracelet with diamond rondels

Spiral drop pave diamond earrings with black South Seas pearls

White South Seas pearl earrings with diamonds

Pricing upon request

Loggia

Tulip cashmere wrap in natural by Zoe Couture, $275

Cooper & Co.

Lela Rose bow tie cap-sleeve dress, $1,295

Ocean Drive Jewelers

Necklace and earrings, see opposite page

Diamond ring, price upon request

Kemp’s Shoe Salon & Boutique

Pelle Moda “Ruma” silver embellish sandal, $159

Eric Javits “Devi” silver raffa clutch, $475

Leigh Jewelers

Diamond necklace

Pave diamond earrings

Natural Fancy blue, pink and yellow diamond ring

Pricing upon request

Cooper & Co.

Gown, see page 84

Katwalk

Brackish feather bow tie, $195

Leigh Jewelers

Rolex “Cellini Dual Time” in everose gold, $17,800

Black onyx and diamond cuffinks, $3,750

Sassy Boutique

Schutz “Lara Lee” foral sandal, $170

Tory Burch “Kira” clutch, $393

6th Avenue Jewelers

18-karat gold, black onyx, ruby and diamond earrings, price upon request

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Kemp’s Shoe Salon & Boutique

Pelle

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MANY THANKS

Photographed with permission at Quail Valley at the Pointe

Hair and makeup by Jamie Lynn

Models: Lauren Carr and Zander Theoharis

Leigh Jewelers

Natural Fancy blue, pink and yellow diamond ring, price upon request

Moda “Gabi” glitter platinum heel, $169

The Giving Scene

Festive and philanthropic — another successful year of fundraising in Vero Beach!

1. Alice Clark, Angelia Perry, Scott Alexander 2. Susan Smith, Lee LaPointe 3. Steve and Kathy Barth with Alan and Ruth Young 4. Karen Deigl with Kimberly and Michael Thorpe 5. Chandler MacWilliam, Jessica Moore, Deana Marchant, Tammy Theoharis, Toni Houdyshell

6. Ella at the Easter Parade 7. Ross Cotherman 8. Jordan, Sayre and Pia Schwiering

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1. Donna and Ted Robart

2. Nacho Figueras and Delfina Blaquier 3. John Walsh

4. Aaron Mendelsohn, Molly Smith, Sean Carey, Ngoc Nguyen 5. Friends gather at the 2018 Wine & Film Festival 6. Merline and John Engle with their children

7. Gail Williams, Heidi Waxlax, Linda Aronberg 8. Laura and Rick McDermott

Gifts that Give Back

Supporting great causes is easy when you purchase these items, available at some of our favorite local shops.

1 Dog Fever Jewelry

Help the local Humane Society when you shop at The Laughing Dog Gallery. Dog Fever Rings $225–$375 at The Laughing Dog Gallery

772-234-6711, 2910 Cardinal Drive

2 Hester & Cook

Hester & Cook table decor supports the Wonderful Life Foundation — a nonprofit that helps families through financial hardship in conjunction with a life-threatening illness.

$30–$45 at Noteworthy By Design

772-231-0085, 6100 A1A (Village Shops)

3 Tory Burch

When you purchase any Tory Burch item, a percentage is donated to the Tory Burch Foundation, which supports the empowerment of women entrepreneurs.

Miller Sandal, $189 at Sassy Boutique

772-234-3998, 3375 Ocean Drive

4 Sea Turtle Bangle by Belle Etoile

The Belle Etoile Sea Turtle Collection supports the Sea Turtle Conservancy. $525 at Leigh Jewelers

772-234-8522, 3401 Ocean Drive

5 The Braveheart Pin

Proceeds from the sale of the Braveheart Pin are used to create packages mailed to active duty servicemen and women through the Military Moms Prayer Group.

$12 at I’ll Never Tell

772-231-1148, 3351 Ocean Drive

6 Simon Pearce

Love Your Brain Collection

Shop Simon Pearce glassware at Veranda to support Love Your Brain, a nonprofit that promotes brain health.

$50–$135 at Veranda

772-234-3404, 3325 Ocean Drive

7 Navy SEAL Tumbler

Purchase a red, white or blue 30-ounce Yeti tumbler and you’ll be supporting the special operations forces community.

$59 at National Navy SEAL Museum

772-595-5845, 3300 A1A, Fort Pierce

hunger on the Treasure Coast and beyond all year long.

Give Up

Give up coffee, soda or snacks for one week and donate that money to TCFB.

Donate

Take a special collection today for TCFB.

$10 = 80 meals.

Tweet Send out a tweet about hunger in your community and tag

Set an Empty Plate

Let this be a reminder to you and those at your table of all those who are at risk of hunger.

Raise

Invite

Invite a TCFB representative to present to your group.

Talk

Talk about hunger with your family.

Follow Follow TCFB on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram –@tcfoodbank.

Bookmark It

SEPTEMBER

15 National Estuaries Day Environmental Learning Center 772-589-5050 / discoverelc.org

Starry Night Gifford Youth Achievement Center 772-794-1005 / gyac.net

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Annual Italian Grill Fundraiser Every Dream Has a Price Italian Grill 772-713-6883 / everydreamhasaprice.com

22 Super Fly Dance Off

Feed the Lambs Enrichment Program Inc. Old Indian River County Courthouse 772-501-2617 / feedthelambsep.com

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Treasure Coast GFNF Child Summit Guardians for New Futures Treasure Coast Public Safety Training Complex at IRSC 772-807-3868 / gfnf4kids.org

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Barefoot Beach Ball

Vero Beach Lifeguard Association

Waldo’s 908-797-8725 / vbla.org

8 Day of Caring United Way of IRC

First Presbyterian Church 772-567-8900 / unitedwayirc.org

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Race for Recovery 5K Run/Walk

New Horizons of the Treasure Coast Inc. Mets Stadium, Port St. Lucie 772-696-2729 / nhtcinc.org

The ELC celebrates National Estuaries Day with family-friendly events at its campus.

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U.S. Senior Women’s Amateur Championship

Oct. 4–Oct. 11

Enviornmental Learning Center

Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club

772-388-2350

orchidislandgolfandbeachclub.com

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Outlaugh Hunger

Treasure Coast Food Bank

Sunrise Theatre

772-489-3031 / stophunger.org

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4th Annual Black & White Masquerade Ball Exchange Club of IRC

Vero Beach Country Club

772-778-6903 exchangeclubofndianriverfoundation.org

Autumn in the Park

Oct. 6–7

Treasure Coast Pilot Club Riverside Park

772-257-8244 / autumninthepark.info

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East Coast Classic Sebastian River High School Crew Inc.

Canal 54

321-806-9971 / sebastiancrew.org

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OCTOBER

15

Annual Holidays for Heroes Drive

Oct. 15–Dec. 15

Military Moms Prayer Group Inc.

772-473-0288

militarymomsprayergroup.com

18

Replogle Family Award Dinner Dance

The Arc Grand Harbor

772-584-9511 / arcir.org

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Annual Howl-O-Ween Dog Pawrade Dogs for Life Inc.

772-567-8969 / dogsforlifevb.org

Positively Pink Friendship Luncheon Friends in Pink Legacy Golf & Tennis Club

772-785-8730 / friendsin.pink/

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Smokey Joe’s Cafe

Oct. 23–Nov. 11

Riverside Theatre

772-231-6990 / riversidetheatre.com

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Ring of Fire Chili Challenge

Rotary Club of Vero Beach Sunrise Riverside Park

772-494-6306 / sunriserotaryverobeach.org

Pack the House

Oct. 26–27

Treasure Coast Food Bank TCFB Warehouse, Fort Pierce 772-489-3031 / stophunger.org

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Chocolate, Champagne & Chefs

Big Brothers Big Sisters

Quail Valley River Club

772-770-6000 / bbbsbigs.com

Dress-up your four-legged friend for the annual Howl-O-Ween Dog Pawrade.

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NOVEMBER

1

Pies for a Purpose

The Buggy Bunch

Buggy Bunch Headquarters

855-352-8449 / thebuggybunch.org

Samaritan Center Soup Bowl

Samaritan Center — Catholic Charities

43 locations in Indian River County 772-770-3039 / catholiccharitiesdpb.org

Signature Chef’s Auction March of Dimes

Quail Valley River Club 561-290-0905 / marchofdimes.org

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27th Annual Keepsake Holiday Ornament Sale

Garden Club of Indian River County

Various businesses throughout Indian River County 772-567-4602 / gardenclubofrc.or

33rd Annual Navy SEAL Museum’s Muster Weekend

Nov. 2–4

National Navy SEAL Museum 772-595-5845 / navysealmuseum.org

Sebastian Clambake

Nov. 2–4 Riverview Park / sebastianclambake.com

3 The Crystal Concert

Gifford Youth Orchestra

Gifford Community Center 772-213-3007 / gyotigers.org

4

When You Wish Upon a Star

Treasure Coast Chorale

First Baptist Church

772-231-3498 / treasurecoastchorale.org

5

Make Wishes Happen Annual Dinner

The Hope for Families Center

Bent Pine Golf Club

772-567-5537 / hopeforfamiliescenter.org

6 Leadership Circle Reception

John’s Island Foundation

John’s Island Ballroom

772-234-0992 / johnsislandfoundation.org

7 Kickoff Brunch Impact 100

Oak Harbor Clubhouse 772-492-1407 / impact100ir.com

8

Land Water Wildlife: Sustaining Our Lagoon

Indian River Land Trust Rock City Gardens 772-794-0701 / irlt.org

Share-in-a-Life Banquet

Care Net Pregnancy Center

First Presbyterian Church

772-569-7939 / carenetirc.org

Wine, Women and Shoes

Humane Society of Vero Beach & IRC

Sun Jet Avionics Hangar 772-388-3826 / hsvb.org

9

Annual Fundraising Luncheon

Center for Spiritual Care Grand Harbor

772-567-1233 / centerforspiritualcare.org

Moonshot Moment Day of Gratitude

The Learning Alliance

Oak Harbor 877-548-READ (7323) thelearningalliance.org

10

Celebrating Sunshine Kids Gala

Sunshine Physical Therapy Clinic Bent Pine Golf Clubhouse

772-562-6877 / sunshineptc.org

Cinema De Lamer

Vero Beach Wine + Film Festival Inc. Secret location revealed to guests 48 hours prior 772-217-3786 / vbwff.com

Fall Harvest Dinner

Treasure Coast Food Bank Schacht Groves 772-489-3031 / stophunger.org

New Horizons 60th Anniversary

Diamond Jubilee and John B. Romano Retirement Tribute

New Horizons of the Treasure Coast Inc.

Harbour Ridge Yacht and Country Club 772-696-2729 / nhtcinc.org

Walk to Remember

Alzheimer & Parkinson Association of Indian River County Riverside Park 772-563-0505 / alzpark.org

Handbag Bingo

Suncoast Mental Health Center

772-564-8616 / suncoastmentalhealth.org

Riverside Theatre Fall Luncheon Riverside Theatre 772-231-6990 / riversidetheatre.com

22

Thanksgiving Day 5K Trot

United Against Poverty Riverside Park 772-770-0740 / upirc.org

24

Drumline Live Holiday Spectacular Sunrise Theatre

772-461-4775 / sunrisetheatre.com

Poetry, Wine and All That Jazz Stouthouse Heritage Center

772-589-8826

stouthousewhereartistscreate.org

26

United Way Citrus Sale

United Way of Indian River County The Moorings Yacht & Country Club 772-567-8900 / unitedwayirc.org

28

Dave Koz & Friends Christmas Tour Sunrise Theatre 772-461-4775 / sunrisetheatre.com

Trot for charity with United Against Poverty on Thanksgiving day.

1

Art Trail

Vero Beach Art Club

Various locations around Vero Beach 772-231-0303 / verobeachartclub.org

Christmas Banquet

Women’s Refuge of Vero Beach Oak Harbor

772-770-4424 / womensrefugevb.org

4

Annual Salon Series Fundraiser

Atlantic Classical Orchestra

Orchid Island Beach Club 772-460-0850 atlanticclassicalorchestra.com

7

Love at First Bite

H.A.L.O No-Kill Rescue

Magnolia Manor 772-589-7297 / halorescuef.org

Wreath & Wine

Dasie Bridgewater Hope Center 772-589-3535/ dasiehope.org

8

Breakfast with Santa

New Horizons of the Treasure Coast Inc. Mets Stadium, Port St. Lucie 772-696-2729 / nhtcinc.org

Hibiscus Children’s Center Wonderland

Hibiscus Children’s Center The Moorings Yacht & Country Club 772-299-6011 ext. 313 hibiscuschildrenscenter.org

Tea Up For The Nutcracker Ballet Vero Beach Oak Harbor 772-905-2651 / balletverobeach.org

13

The Midtown Men — Holiday Hits! Sunrise Theatre 772-461-4775 / sunrisetheatre.com

Lecture by James F. Miskel Indian River State College Foundation

IRSC Richardson Center 772-462-4786 / irscfoundation.org

15

Handel’s ‘Messiah’ Treasure Coat Chorale First Baptist Church 772-231-3498 / treasurecoastchorale.org

26

‘The Nutcracker’

Sunrise Theatre 772-461-4775 / sunrisetheatre.com

The National Ballet Theatre of Odessa performs “The Nutcracker” Dec. 26 at Sunrise Theatre.

5

Celebrate the Arts Festival

Cultural Council of Indian River County

Vero Beach Museum of Art, Riverside Park and Riverside Theatre

772-770-4857 / cultural-council.org

H.A.L.O.’s Chase Your Tail 5K Run/Walk

H.A.L.O No-Kill Rescue

Sebastian Community Center 772-589-7297 / halorescuef.org

8

‘Evita’

Jan. 8–27

Riverside Theatre 772-231-6990 / riversidetheatre.com

9

Quail Valley Charity Week

Jan. 9–19 at various locations

772-492-2069 / quailvalleygolfclub.com

10

Kingston Trio Concert

Sunrise Theatre

772-461-4775 / sunrisetheatre.com

Lecture by David W. Hunter

Indian River State College Foundation

IRSC Richardson Center 772-462-4786 / irscfoundation.org

12

Bark in the Park Humane Society of Vero Beach & IRC

Riverside Park

772-388-3826 / hsvb.org

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JANUARY

Annual Gala with Environmental Visionary in Action Award

Environmental Learning Center

The Moorings Yacht & Country Club

772-589-5050 / discoverelc.org

13

Bizet’s ‘Carmen’

Vero Beach Opera

Vero Beach High School PAC

772-564-5537 / verobeachopera.org

Seed to Sea

McKee Botanical Garden

772-794-0601 mckeegarden.org

16

Impact Day Panel Discussion and Reception

Impact 100 Northern Trust Bank 772-492-1407 / impact100ir.com

18

Art By The Sea

Vero Beach Art Club

Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-231-0303 / verobeachartclub.org

Brevard Symphony Orchestra

Indian River Symphonic Association

772-778-1070 / irsymphonic.org

The Righteous Brothers: Bill Medley and Bucky Heard

Sunrise Theatre

772-461-4775 / sunrisetheatre.com

21

Lecture by Graham Moore

Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-231-0707 / vbmuseum.org

22

‘Next to Normal‘

Jan. 22–Feb. 10 Riverside Theatre 772-231-6990 / riversidetheatre.com

23

Annual Donor Reception

John’s Island Foundation

John’s Island Club Ballroom 772-234-0992 / johnsislandfoundation.org

Bicycle Build-a-Thon

Bike Walk Indian River County

Orchid Island Bikes and Kayaks 804-381-8772 / bikewalkirc.org

25

Gala 2019: The Golden Age of Television Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-231-0707 / vbmuseum.org

Howie Mandel Comedy Show

Sunrise Theatre 772-461-4775 / sunrisetheatre.com

Shanghai Opera Symphony Orchestra

Indian River Symphonic Association

Community Church of Vero Beach 772-778-1070 / irsymphonic.org

1

Love Your Lagoon Gala Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute Foundation

Quail Valley River Club 772-466-9876 / hboifoundation.org

2

‘Bel Canto’ Concert Vero Beach Opera

Vero Beach High School PAC 772-564-5537 / verobeachopera.org

Gardenfest!

Feb. 2–3

Garden Club of Indian River County Riverside Park 772-567-4602 / gardenclubofrc.org

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GYAC’s Snow Ball

Gifford Youth Achievement Center

Oak Harbor Country Club

772-794-1005 / gyac.net

28

Lecture by James Stavridis Riverside Theatre 772-231-6990 / riversidetheatre.com

3

The Contrast Duo Atlantic Classical Orchestra

Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-460-0850

atlanticclassicalorchestra.com

4

Starfest

Childcare Resources of Indian River

Quail Valley River Club 772-567-3202 / childcareresourcesir.org

5

‘The Last Romance’

Feb. 5–24

Riverside Theatre

772-231-6990 / riversidetheatre.com

7

Sip and Shop at J. McLaughlin

Childcare Resources of Indian River Village Shops

772-567-3202 ext. 102 childcareresourcesir.org

8

Brevard Symphony Orchestra

Indian River Symphonic Association

Community Church of Vero Beach 772-778-1070 / irsymphonic.org

9

Patriot Clay Shoot

Master’s Academy of Vero Beach

Indian River County Shooting Range 772-794-4655 / mastersvb.org

Quail Valley Charity Week is flled with events for all ages!

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Sebastian Art Studio Tour Stouthouse

Various studios throughout Sebastian 772-589-8826 stouthousewhereartistscreate.org

TCCH Road Rally

Treasure Coast Community Health 772-257-8224 ext.1989 tcchinc.org

Valentine’s Gala United Against Poverty Oak Harbor Country Club

772-770-0740 / upirc.org

11

4th Annual Pro-Am Charity Golf Tournament Senior Resource Association Riomar Country Club 772-569-0760 seniorresourceassociation.org

Lecture by Mitch Daniels Jr. Riverside Theatre 772-231-6990 / riversidetheatre.com

14

Russian National Orchestra

Indian River Symphonic Association

Community Church of Vero Beach 772-778-1070 / irsymphonic.org

16

Abba Mania Tribute Concert Sunrise Theatre 772-461-4775 / sunrisetheatre.com

Florida Craft Brew and Wingfest

Rotary Club of Vero Beach Sunrise Royal Palm Pointe 772-494-6306 sunriserotaryverobeach.org

Valentine Genealogy Seminar

Indian River Genealogical Society First Presbyterian Church 772-444-7470 / irgs.org

18

Lecture by Rob Ashford Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-231-0707 / vbmuseum.org

Riverside Theatre Supper Club Riverside Theatre

772-231-6990 / riversidetheatre.com

22

Darlene Love Concert Sunrise Theatre 772-461-4775 / sunrisetheatre.com

23

Pre-K Party & Kindergarten Round-up Kindergarten Readiness Collaborative Indian River Mall 772-617-4350 / krcirc.org

Wine and Dine ‘Taste of Spain’ Hibiscus Children’s Center Grand Harbor Club 772-299-6011 ext. 313 hibiscuschildrenscenter.org

24

Community Concert No. 1

Vero Beach Chamber Orchestra

Vero Beach High School PAC 772-562-6125

verobeachchamberorchestra.org

The High & Low of It

Atlantic Classical Orchestra

Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-460-0850

atlanticclassicalorchestra.com

25

Lecture by Kimberley Strassel Riverside Theatre 772-231-6990 / riversidetheatre.com

27

Fashion Meets Art

Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-231-0707 / vbmuseum.org

Fundraising for the Vero Beach Museum of Art is always fun at Fashion Meets Art

1

Mardi Gras Celebration

We Care Foundation of Indian River

Oak Harbor

772-562-0123 / wecareofrc.org

Saint Edward’s Trunk Show

March 1–3

Saint Edward’s School

772-231-4136 / steds.org

3

Anka Sings Sinatra

Sunrise Theatre

772-461-4775 / sunrisetheatre.com

‘Goin’ Home’ — a Tribute to Vero’s 100th Anniversary Treasure Coast Chorale

First Baptist Church

772-231-3498 / treasurecoastchorale.org

4

Lecture by Daisy Goodwin

Vero Beach Museum of Art

772-231-0707 / vbmuseum.org

Vero’s Top Chef Challenge

The Hope for Families Center Bent Pine Golf Club

772-567-5537 / hopeforfamiliescenter.org

5 Cause for Paws

Humane Society of Vero Beach & IRC

Oak Harbor Club

772-388-3826 / hsvb.org

6

Angels Dinner

Boys & Girls Clubs

772-299-7449 / bgcirc.org

The Beach Boys in Concert

Sunrise Theatre

772-461-4775 / sunrisetheatre.com

7

Crossover Mission Gala

Crossover Mission Grand Harbor

772-257-5400 / crossovermission.com

8

Physicians Symposium & Luncheon

Women’s Refuge of Vero Beach Oak Harbor Club

772-770-4424 / womensrefugevb.org

‘Legally Blonde, the Musical’ Sunrise Theatre 772-461-4775 / sunrisetheatre.com

Under the Oaks

March 8–10, Vero Beach Art Club Riverside Park 772-231-0303 verobeachartclub.org

9

Denim & Diamonds Gala

Special Equestrians of the Treasure Coast Vero Beach Country Club

772-532-3299

specialequestrianstreasurecoast.org

Habitat’s Jamaican Me Crazy Hoedown

Indian River Habitat for Humanity Sun Aviation Hangar 772-562-9860 / irchabitat.org

International Women’s Day Friends After Diagnosis Majestic 11 Theater 772-562-5373 / friendsafterdiagnosis.com

Party & Dance thru the Decades

Mental Health Association Oak Harbor Clubhouse 772-569-9788 / mhairc.org

Pelican Island Wildlife Festival

Pelican Island Preservation Society Riverview Park, Sebastian 772-202-0697 / frstrefuge.org

Illuminate Gala

Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

Quail Valley River Club 561-616-8682, lls.org

12

Brussels Philharmonic Orchestra

Indian River Symphonic Association Community Church of Vero Beach 772-778-1070 / irsymphonic.org

‘My Fair Lady’

March 12–31 Riverside Theatre 772-231-6990 / riversidetheatre.com

14

Art in Bloom Luncheon

Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-231-0707 / vbmuseum.org

15

Shrimpfest & Craft Brew Hullaballoo

March 15–17

Rotary Club of Sebastian Riverview Park 772-581-3199 / sebastianrotary.com

17

Brevard Symphony Orchestra

Indian River Symphonic Association

Community Church of Vero Beach 772-778-1070 / irsymphonic.org

18 Rock the Boat Youth Sailing Foundation Quail Valley River Club

772-492-3243 / ysfrc.org

Vero’s Top Chef Challenge Finale

The Hope for Families Center Bent Pine Golf Club 772-567-5537 / hopeforfamiliescenter.org

19

Marcello Giordani Master Class, Competition and Concert

March 19–22

Vero Beach Opera

Vero Beach High School PAC 772-564-5537 / verobeachopera.org

Premiere Beneft Gala

Riverside Theatre 772-231-6990 / riversidetheatre.com

25

Lecture by Aileen Ribeiro

Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-231-0707 / vbmuseum.org

26

‘Ghost Writer’

March 26–April 14 Riverside Theatre 772-231-6990 / riversidetheatre.com

27

14th Annual Bingo Luncheon

Senior Resource Association

Oak Harbor Club

772-569-0760 seniorresourceassociation.org

28

Senior Expo

American Association of University Women Intergenerational Center

772-257-5275 / verobeach-f.aauw.net

29

Art on The Island

Vero Beach Art Cub

Marsh Island Clubhouse 772-231-0303 / verobeachartclub.org

30

Bags & Bubbly

The Willow School Grand Harbor 772-770-0758 / thewillowschool.org

Spring Forward for Hunger Treasure Coast Food Bank Kai-Kai Farms 772-489-3031 / stophunger.org

The Brussels Philharmonic Orchestra will perform in Vero Beach on March 12.

4

20th Annual Blue Ribbon Luncheon and Fashion Show

Hibiscus Children’s Center Oak Harbor Club 722-299-6011 ext. 313 hibiscuschildrenscenter.org

Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra

Indian River Symphonic Association

Community Church of Vero Beach 772-778-1070 / irsymphonic.org

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5

Saint Edward’s Pirate Ball

Saint Edward’s School

The Moorings Yacht & Country Club 772-231-4136 / steds.org

6 Crushin’ It at the Winery Little Birthday Angels

Summer Crush Vineyard & Winery 772-925-9352 / littlebirthdayangels.org

7

Annual Poetry BBQ

Laura (Riding) Jackson Foundation Heritage Center

772-569-6718 / lauraridingjackson.com

Two Dramatic Piano Trios

Atlantic Classical Orchestra

Vero Beach Museum of Art 772-460-0850 atlanticclassicalorchestra.com

13

Annual Walk for Life

Care Net Pregnancy Center Riverside Park 772-569-7939 / carenetirc.org

Automobile and Boat Show

Wheels & Keels Foundation Inc.

The Moorings Yacht & Country Club 772-559-9758 / wkvero.com

Main Street Hibiscus Festival

April 13–14

Main Street Vero Beach

Along 14th Avenue 772-643-6782 / mainstreetverobeach.org

14

Community Concert No. 2

Vero Beach Chamber Orchestra

Vero Beach High School PAC 772-562-6125 verobeachchamberorchestra.org

16

‘Legally Blonde, the Musical’ Apr. 16–May 5 Riverside Theatre 772-231-6990 / riversidetheatre.com

20

Charity Shoot

Education Foundation of IRC Windsor Gun Club 772-564-0034 / edfoundationirc.org

25 Starlight & Sneakers

The Arc Rock City Gardens 772-562-6854 / arcirc.org

27

All American BBQ Bash St. Francis Manor 772-562-8575 / stfrancismanor.org

The Pioneer Dinner

Vero Heritage Heritage Center 772-770-2263 / veroheritage.org

The Main Street Hibiscus Festival celebrates all things Vero Beach April 13–14.

4

Lipman Golf Classic

Redlands Christian Migrant Association

The Naples Heritage Golf Club 239-658-3560 / rcma.org

5

May Pops – 30th Anniversary

Indian River Medical Center Foundation

Windsor 772-226-4960 / irhf.org

6

VNA Golf-A-Thon

VNA & Hospice Foundation

Orchid Island Club 772-567-5551 / vnatc.com

10

IRSC Alumni & Friends Golf Tournament

Indian River State College Foundation

Vero Beach Country Club 772-462-4786 / irscfoundation.org

11

Dancing with Vero’s Stars

Indian River Healthy Start Coalition

Riverside Theatre 772-563-9118 / irchealthystart.org

15

Laurel Awards Celebration

Cultural Council of Indian River County

Riverside Theatre 772-770-4857 / cultural-council.org

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1

Blue Water Open Charity Offshore Fishing Tournament

Exchange Club of Sebastian Captain Hiram’s Waterfront Resort fshingforcharity.org

2 Let Music Live Treasure Coast Chorale First Baptist Church 772-231-3498 / treasurecoastchorale.org

6

Vero Beach Wine + Film Festival

June 6–9

Vero Beach Wine + Film Festival Inc. Various venues throughout Vero 772-217-3786 / vbwff.com

29 Burgers and Brews United Against Poverty Downtown Vero Beach 772-770-0740 / upirc.org

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Service in Full Bloom

Written by Ann Taylor

One of the first things Julie Eisdorfer did after moving to Vero Beach was to see if there was a local garden club. There was, and she wasted no time in joining the Garden Club of Indian River County, a member of the National Garden Clubs and Florida Federation of Garden Clubs.

Eisdorfer, who grew up in a garden-loving family, currently serves as president of the 230-plus-member nonprofit formed in 1928. The group’s founding purpose remains the same today: to educate members and the general public in gardening, floral arrangement, horticulture and landscape design; to study and assist in protecting and conserving native plants and natural resources; and to beautify city parks, schools, roadways and buildings.

Over the years, garden club members have enhanced the grounds of numerous public places, among them the Indian River County Main Library, Heritage Center, A.W. Young Park, Vero Beach Theatre Guild, Freshman Learning Center and the median between the Barber Bridge and Royal Palm Pointe, which was planted in memory of those who died during the 9/11 terrorist attacks.

The Garden Club’s latest green thumb effort has taken root at St. Francis Manor, an affordable senior community on 20th

The Garden Club of Indian River County has been beautifying our community for 90 years

Photography by Victoria Sempsrott

Colorful and easy to grow, crepe myrtle is a popular choice for Florida gardens.

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Garden Club members Carol Christiansen, Lorry Gartner, Connie Derman, Susan Simmens and Foster, their four-legged helper, take a minigardening break at the St. Francis Manor butterfly garden.

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Lorry Gartner rakes between plants in the butterfly and pollinator garden at St. Francis Manor.

Avenue where, surrounding the two newly constructed apartment buildings, foliage flourishes. This isn’t the first beautification project club members have gifted to the appreciative residents; a butterfly garden near the entrance was created earlier by members of the Jasmine Circle charms visitors and residents alike.

“We have nine circles, each one named after a flower, and we’re equal opportunity as we have men who love to garden,” a smiling Eisdorfer explains. “The circles meet monthly at various times during the day and evening, they have their own programs, and they’re all involved in civic projects. We provided the funding for a memorial garden at VNA Hospice House, and one of our circles created a visual learning garden at the Wabasso School. We’re very hands-on when we do a project.”

They’re also very generous. During the 2016-2017 fiscal year, Garden Club members contributed a total of $41,017 toward civic projects, which included $6,720 in scholarships, one to a student at Indian River State College, another, through the Scholarship Foundation of Indian River County, to a student studying biology or the environment, and three to students

Careful planting includes adding perlite, which helps aerate the soil. Julie Eisdorfer can usually be seen wearing her pollinator earrings.

“A garden is a friend you can visit any time.”

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attending Camp Wekiva, a residential nature camp for 3rd- to 8th-graders.

Engaging and educating the next generation is high on club members’ priority list. “One of the largest amounts we gave last year was $15,000 for the Children’s Garden at McKee Botanical Garden, which will open in early 2019. Actually, the entire family is going to enjoy and benefit from it,” says civic development chair Renae Senn. “We’re a corporate sponsor at McKee and we provide support to the Environmental Learning Center and Pelican Island Preservation Society as well.”

“ We believe that communities make gardens grow and that gardens make communities grow,” says Garden Club member Linda Gillespie.

Over the years the number of community beautification projects has multiplied. All are documented visually inside the group’s clubhouse, where two large citrus trees, their ever-spreading branches sprouting fruit, each bearing the name and date of a project, are painted on the walls.

So how do these projects get started, how do they become a reality, and how are they financed? “People come to us, mostly through schools and organizations, with their requests for assistance,” says Senn. “The money we raise through Gardenfest and the sale of our annual Christmas ornaments goes toward funding our projects.”

It was member Nat Jackson who, in 1992, came up with the idea of creating a keepsake Christmas ornament. The design, from an original sketch by local artist Arun Wijetilleke, depicts city and state scenes of historical interest. The 2017 ornament, “Old Vero Ice Age Site,” captured images of a mastodon, an extinct tapir and a human family. The Driftwood Inn, Pocahontas Park and Jungle Trail have been the subjects of earlier ornaments, and it didn’t take long before all became sought-after collector’s items.

Then there’s Gardenfest! Who hasn’t heard of the perennial favorite that takes place the first weekend in February? What began 17 years ago with some vendor exhibitions at Riverside Park, drawing a few hundred people, quickly grew into an annual event enjoyed by thousands of plant lovers and gardening aficionados from around the state, Southeast region and beyond. Vendors, who offer a wide selection of quality items for the garden, as well as nature-inspired works of art, are chosen by invitation and there’s usually a waiting list.

“If you want to become a member of the Garden Club, you have to be involved with Gardenfest in one way or another. We love putting it on, but it’s a major undertaking,” says Eisdorfer, who then mentions another membership requirement. “Also, once a month we have a garden workday at the clubhouse, on a

The Garden Club donated funds to St. Francis Manor to go toward beautifying the landscape, such as adding these crepe myrtle trees.

Gaillardia, a member of the sunflower family, is a popular pollinator plant.

Porta, DMD Raymond A. Della Porta II, DMD

Saturday morning. The circles send one or two members to help maintain the gardens behind the building.”

The grounds surrounding the ‘60s-era clubhouse at 2526 17th Ave. are proof positive of the members’ passion for gardening and green thumb prowess. It’s worth a visit just to see their handiwork up close. And make it a point to attend the Garden Club’s next semi-annual flower show, scheduled for 2020. If it’s anything like “Impressions of Vero,” their highly acclaimed flower show this past April, you’re sure to be amazed and inspired. ✤

Linda Colontrelle, Julie Eisdorfer, Carol Christiansen, Lorry Gartner (with Foster), Connie Derman and Susan Simmens are members of the Garden Club’s Jasmine Circle.

“To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow.”

AUDREY HEPBURN

A Fresh Mindset

The Mental Health Collaborative is transforming lives

Written by Elizabeth Whisman

Each person’s story is unique. Some may be born with a predisposition for mental health issues such as bipolar disorder, depression, paranoia and/or schizophrenia. For those diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder, it’s usually things they have witnessed or experienced that a ect their mental health.

For patients and their families, it’s hard to discern where to go, whom to call, what to do. And even for those “in the know,” mental health resources have been fragmented. But fortunately, in February 2004, in response to ndings from a community needs assessment sponsored by United Way of Indian River County, United Way, IRC Hospital District and The Robert F. and Eleonora W. McCabe Foundation, plus the IRC Board of County Commissioners, Indian River Medical Center, IRC Sheri ’s O ce, Vero Beach Police Department and the state of Florida Department of Children and Family Services banded together to form the Mental Health Collaborative. The goal was to identify gaps in the mental health care continuum and nd solutions for our county.

The Collaborative includes a diverse group of mental health providers and individuals, as well as private and public funders who work together to increase access, decrease duplication and build community-wide support for mental health.

Originally funded through United Way, the Hospital District

Photography by Victoria Sempsrott

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Perched in a tree above alligator-infested water for two and a half days before being rescued from the floodwaters of Hurricane Katrina, Lutreana developed sepsis and PTSD.

and the McCabe Foundation, the Collaborative soon gained additional support from county commissioners, Indian River Medical Center and the state of Florida.

The Collaborative began with a needs assessment specically related to mental health care in Indian River County. One of the greatest needs identi ed was for a walk-in mental health clinic. So, together with the Mental Health Association in IRC, the Collaborative helped design program components and nd funding resources, and in April 2007, the association opened the county’s rst mental health walk-in center.

In 2008, member organizations of the Collaborative, most notably the McCabe Foundation, were instrumental in having the University of Florida open a satellite clinic, named the Florida Center for Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine, in Vero Beach to provide both adult and pediatric psychiatric services with three psychiatrists and an addiction specialist, plus medical students

and fellows.

One of the most dramatic undertakings advocated for and facilitated by the Collaborative is Mental Health Court, established in January 2015 under the leadership of 19th Judicial Circuit Judge Cynthia Cox and Sheri Deryl Loar. “Jails have become de facto state mental institutions,” says Cox. Seeing the success of what is called “problem-solving courts,” which focus on rehabilitation, and having already implemented a Veteran’s Treatment Court in St. Lucie County herself, Cox started the Veterans Treatment and Drug courts in Indian River County, but needed funding to initiate, implement and manage a Mental Health Court. She had the full support of Loar.

“Fifty- ve out of 100 inmates in our jail are there as a result of mental health-behavioral issues,” says Loar. “We currently process 5,500 inmates into jail a year. If we could get those with mental health problems the help they need, get them out of jail, and

Judge Cynthia Cox established Indian River County’s Mental Health Court in 2015.

keep them out, the county could realize substantial savings.”

Although county o cials weren’t originally convinced, when Loar suggested they allow the Sheri ’s O ce to invest $200,000 of money budgeted for the department but not spent at the end of scal year 2014, they approved the expenditure. And after seeing the program’s success, the county continues to provide nancial support for Mental Health Court as a line item in the Sheri ’s O ce budget. The Department of Children and Families and others provide grants and additional nancial assistance for the program.

The sheri has two full-time employees dedicated to the problem-solving courts who screen inmates for mental issues and drug and alcohol problems, coordinate appointments, work with case managers and document progress. Inmates serving for relatively minor infractions who qualify and commit to stringent guidelines set by Cox and the court, get out of jail, are put on

The Mental Health Collaborative helps guide patients and families on their journey through the mental health care system.

probation and placed at home or in transitional housing. They must see psychiatrists, psychologists and counselors as ordered by the court and undergo regular drug testing — at their own expense — to stay in the program. They are no longer prisoners; they are “clients.” Most clients are able to graduate within six months.

The program is working. For example, a group of 110 inmates had 387 arrests the year before being enrolled in the Mental Health Court program. The following year, after being enrolled in the program, these clients had only eight arrests. “Recidivism has been a major problem,” says Loar. “Thanks to this program, we’re seeing a major reduction in the number of prisoners who relapse into criminal behavior.” He continues, “It costs the county an average of $75 a day to take care of a prisoner in the Indian River County Jail. For those needing medication, and many who su er with mental illness do, the cost jumps to $150 per day to cover the cost of the drugs and salaries of pharmacy and nursing sta to administer the meds.”

To date, 50 people have graduated from Indian River County’s Mental Health Court. Regina (not her real name) and Lutreana are two recent graduates.

Regina, a 26-year-old female, doesn’t want to disclose why she was sent to jail. She says that is all behind her. She wants to be a good role model for her 7-year-old son. “Going through Mental Health Court was one of the hardest things I’ve ever done,” she says. “There is a huge list of appointments — it’s intensive therapy.” Looking back, she thinks she “got into trouble” possibly as a cry for help. She su ered major depression and PTSD as a result of a previous abusive relationship. Now enrolled in Keiser University, working toward a criminal justice degree, Regina says, “I’d hate to think where I’d be if it wasn’t for Mental Health Court. I’ve been able to rede ne who I am.” She adds, “My goal is to break the stigma around mental illness to give someone else hope.”

Lutreana has “always su ered with paranoia and schizophrenia.” She used cocaine, alcohol and crack to numb the pain. In 2005, she was living in the 9th Ward section of New Orleans, two miles from the levy that broke after Hurricane Katrina. Her cousin and her cousin’s two boys, ages 9 and 5, died. She clung to a tree in alligator-infested water for two and a half days with no water or food, hearing explosions. When

Brett Hall, executive director of the Mental Health Collaborative

Similar to cancer patient navigators, team members at the McCabe Connections Center consider themselves mental health patient navigators.

A Carpenter’s Story

Judge Cox sends grads off with words to live by

At Mental Health Court graduation, along with a personalized certi cate of completion, Judge Cynthia Cox distributes letters of congratulations and encouragement. She reminds graduates of the carpenter’s story, which she shares with them throughout the program. The story is about an elderly carpenter who is ready to retire. The contractor asks him to build just one more house as a personal favor to him. The carpenter’s heart isn’t in it; he resorts to shoddy workmanship and uses inferior materials. When the project is completed, the contractor presents the carpenter the key to the front door. The carpenter is shocked. If he had known he was building his own house, he would have done it all di erently. Cox reminds the graduates the house is their life. Their attitudes and choices help strengthen the house they will live in tomorrow. Her last words to them are, “Go out into the world and build yourself a strong house and have a successful life.”

rescued by helicopter and taken to Houston, she was diagnosed with PTSD and treated for sepsis. She eventually returned home to her parents in Wabasso. In 2016, Lutreana was arrested for shoplifting. She had stolen items including a whole buggy full of baby clothes and products from one store. “I was crazy,” she says. “I was 56 years old and never had any children.” Lutreana was found to be incompetent to stand trial. Now, after a year and a half in the program, including one relapse, she is on medication that is working, is sober and doing well. “Mental Health Court was a blessing for me. Being free of a habit, being clean, is a good feeling,” she says.

A very signi cant development within the Mental Health Collaborative is its incorporation in 2016 as a stand-alone, nonpro t 501(c)(3). Brett Hall, a licensed clinical social worker who earlier served as administrative director of Indian River Medical Center’s 46-bed psychiatric hospital, the Behavioral Health Center, was hired in September of that year as its rst executive director. Located at 2345 14th Ave. in downtown Vero Beach, their o ce and the new adjoining McCabe Connections Center are open Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The McCabe Connections Center is now the central access point for helping individuals and families who are dealing with mental health and/or substance abuse disorders. Since opening its doors in 2017, it has served over 1,700 clients and family members. Similar to cancer patient navigators, the team members at the Connections Center consider themselves mental health patient navigators. They make appointments for clients with community mental health and substance abuse providers, assess and eliminate barriers that would keep clients from getting to their appointments and follow up. Insurance is not required and there is no fee. The Connections Center’s tenacious sta of four that includes Hall, a clinical specialist, a nancial specialist and a community resource specialist, nds individualized solutions that work. Start-up costs were provided through the McCabe Foundation, the Hospital District and United Way; other sources help support ongoing operations.

Creating solutions, the Mental Health Collaborative’s 35 member organizations and individuals epitomize the power of teamwork. Thanks to their compassion, expertise and determination, our county has the Mental Health Association’s walk-in center, the University of Florida Center for Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine, Mental Health Court and the McCabe Connections Center.

“There isn’t any place in Florida or the U.S. that has what we now have for mental health services,” concludes Hall.

And they’re not nished yet. ✤

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Thrifting & Gifting

Everybody wins when you shop at our local thrift stores and nonprofit gift stores

Thrift shops are amazing. In addition to providing us an easy way to give our gently used clothing, furniture and other items a chance at a whole new life, they o er exciting and ever-changing shopping opportunities with a ordable prices. And, best of all, they raise funds for all sorts of nonpro t organizations serving our community. Likewise, all of the gift shops listed o er unique items and bene t preeminent nonpro t cultural centers.

THRIFT SHOPS

The Auxiliary of Indian River Medical Center Thrift Shop

1855 14th Ave.

772-567-4442

Goodwill Vero Beach Store & Donation Center

Goodwill Industries

1066 U.S. 1

772-770-3330

goodwill.org

Goodwill Oslo Store & Donation Center

Goodwill Industries 3535 Oslo Road

772-564-8668

goodwill.org

Humane Society Thrift Store

Humane Society of Vero Beach and Indian River County

4445 20th St.

772-567-2044

hsvb.org

Indian River Habitat for Humanity ReStore

Habitat for Humanity

4580 U.S. 1

772-257-0222 habitat.org

Kidz Closet Charities Inc.

Benefits multiple charities

812 21st St.

772-794-1543

kidzclosetvero.com

Kingdom Harvest Thrift Store

United Against Poverty 2746 U.S. 1 772-778-4499 unitedagainstpoverty.org

St. Vincent de Paul Society

Thrift Store

Society of St. Vincent de Paul 1745 14th Ave. 772-567-6774 svdpusa.org

The Salvation Army Thrift Store

The Salvation Army 1551 U.S. 1 772-563-0560 salvationarmyusa.org

Tambourine Thrift Shop

Benefits multiple charities 1619 10th Ave. 772-562-0017

To Every Nation Thrift Store To Every Nation 3300 43rd Ave. 772-584-3461

Upcycle It! Keep Indian River Beautiful 1596 Old Dixie Highway 772-226-7738 keepindianriverbeautiful.org

Used Book Depot of the Friends of the Library

Indian River County Libraries 492 Old Dixie Highway 772-562-2047 irclibrary.org/friends.php

The Museum Store at Vero Beach Art Museum

ANNALISE ANDERSON

VNA Hidden Treasures

Visiting Nurse Association

656 21st St.

772-563-0010

vnatc.com/vna-thrift-stores

Women’s Refuge Resale Shop

Women’s Refuge of Vero Beach

1625 10th Ave.

772-567-3598

womensrefugevb.org

GIFT SHOPS

Library Friends Gift Shop

Indian River County Libraries

1600 21st St.

772-770-9184

Shop books by Florida authors, history books about Vero Beach, activity books for children, greeting cards, accessories and much more

McKee Gift Shop

McKee Botanical Garden

350 U.S. 1

772-794-0601 ext. 4

Shop botanical-themed gifts, a wide selection of jewelry, hostess gifts and garden-related books

The Museum Store

Vero Beach Museum of Art

3001 Riverside Park Drive

772-231-0707 ext. 129

Shop gifts for children, jewelry and many other unique novelties

Navy SEAL Gift Shop

National Navy SEAL Museum

3300 A1A, Fort Pierce

772-595-5845 ext. 207

Shop Navy SEAL-related clothing, books and more for adults and children

The Tidal Gallery

Environmental Learning Center

255 Live Oak Drive

722-589-5050

Shop nature guides, greeting cards, hats and T-shirts for adults and children ✤

FIRST-RATE ARTS EXPERIENCE COMBINED WITH SMALL TOWN FEEL

Find well-known artists. Quality theatre arts. Distinguished speakers. World renowned musicians. Legendary opera stars like Deborah Voigt and more. Here in Vero Beach. Plan your cultural arts experience today with help from our Cultural Concierge service.

Deborah Voigt, Artistic Advisor, Vero Beach Opera

For assistance email concierge@cultural-council.org or call 772-770-4857

www.cultural-council.org

PHOTO COURTESY OF HEIDI GUTMAN

Charity Registry

A convenient way to find your favorite causes

Vero Beach has something for just about everyone, in both activities to enjoy and opportunities to help others — often at the same time! The following pages allow you to zero in on local nonpro t organizations based on your particular interests, whether they lie in the arts, the environment, education, animals or sports; or if certain community needs are especially dear to your heart.

ANIMAL WELFARE

Dogs for Life Inc.

772-567-8969

info@dogsforlifevb.org

www.dogsforlifevb.org

MISSION: To improve the quality of life for veterans and dogs through training assistance dogs, pet-assisted therapy dogs and owning and operating an offleash dog park

MAIN EVENT: Annual Howl-O-Ween Dog

Pawrade, Oct. 20, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Front desk reception, office assistance, community outreach, events and fundraising

FOUNDED: 2002

Saint Edward’s School and Indian River Habitat for Humanity, page 85

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H.A.L.O. No-Kill

Rescue

Helping Animals Live and Overcome Inc.

772-589-7297

mwall@halorescuefl.org

www.halorescuefl.org

MISSION: To create a no-kill safe haven for abandoned and abused animals in Indian River County and surrounding counties; to work toward a community with no more homeless pets and to eliminate the killing of companion animals. To not discriminate based on age, physical, emotional, or behavioral problems, and to pledge to provide animals with all physical, emotional and medical care needed until a forever home is found

MAIN EVENT: Love at First Bite, Dec. 7, 2018

FOUNDED: 2006

Humane Society of Vero Beach & Indian River County

772-388-3331

admin@hsvb.org

www.hsvb.org

MISSION: To make a better community for people and animals by providing humane care and shelter for homeless animals, placing adoptable pets in permanent loving homes, promoting spaying and neutering of companion animals, promoting responsible pet ownership and the respect for all life through humane education, protecting animals from cruelty, and pledging to be advocates for animal protection

MAIN EVENT: Wine, Women and Shoes, Nov. 8, 2018

FOUNDED: 1953

Vero Beach Dog Park

Friends of the Vero Beach Dog Exercise Area Inc.

info@verobeachdogpark.org

www.verobeachdogpark.org

MISSION: To provide a free park that offers a clean and safe environment for dogs of all sizes to roam freely in a fenced 5-acre green space

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Dog park ambassadors, photography and fundraising event committee members

FOUNDED: 2014

ARTS & CULTURE

Atlantic Choirs: Children and Youth

772-783-8101

acchorale@gmail.com

MISSION: To work toward a future where all children, regardless of cultural or economic background, can have an avenue to excel at music

FOUNDED: 2011

Atlantic Classical Orchestra

772-460-0850

cindy@aco-music.org

www.atlanticclassicalorchestra.com

MISSION: To present musical performances of the highest possible artistic level, to broaden the outreach of the ACO as a primary cultural resource serving Palm Beach and the Treasure Coast and other venues that would enhance the prestige of ACO, to encourage and cultivate the appreciation of classical symphonic music by offering enriching, educational and accessible musical experiences for Treasure Coast and Palm Beach County residents

MAIN EVENT: Concert Fundraiser with Alon Goldstein, Dec. 4, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Call for volunteer information

FOUNDED: 1990

Ballet Vero Beach 772-905-2651

info@balletverobeach.org

www.balletverobeach.org

MISSION: To promote the art of dance as a universal language in our community and beyond, and to accomplish this goal with performances by our professional company, the presentation of reputable national and international dance artists, and through our educational and community outreach programs

MAIN EVENT: Tea Up for the Nutcracker, Dec. 8, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Various opportunities available FOUNDED: 2013

Cultural Council of Indian River County 772-770-4857 director@cultural-council.org

www.cultural-council.org

MISSION: To illuminate lives using the power and inspiration of art and culture, driving economic vitality through advocacy, collaboration, education and outreach

MAIN EVENT: Laurel Awards Celebration, May 15, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: To serve on event committees and help with other projects of the Cultural Council

FOUNDED: 1995

LISA

Gifford Youth Orchestra

772-778-5118

www.gyotigers.org

MISSION: To provide education, experience and training in various cultural and performing arts, including music, drama, dance, and the vocal arts for the youth of Gifford and neighboring Indian River County communities, with a core focus on mastering stringed instruments

MAIN EVENT: The Crystal Concert, Nov. 3, 2018

FOUNDED: 2003

Indian River Symphonic Association

772-778-1070

info@irsymphonic.org

www.irsymphonic.org

MISSION: To foster and endorse quality symphonic music in the Indian River area for the cultural enrichment, education and enjoyment of the community at large

MAIN EVENT: Various concerts, see calendar section for dates

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Community relations activities including annual Children’s Concert, Scholarship Awards Program, and marketing initiatives such as developing new advertisers and sponsors

FOUNDED: 1995

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Stouthouse 772-589-8826

info@stouthousewhereartistscreate.org

www.stouthousewhereartistscreate.org

MISSION: To establish an artist residency, maintain the Seth Thelonious Alvin Foster art collection, preserve the legacy of Weldon J. Stout’s stained glass installation and focus on environmental stewardship

MAIN EVENT: Poetry, Wine and All That Jazz, Nov. 24, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Gardeners, bookkeepers, architects, art archivists

FOUNDED: 2013

Treasure Coast Chorale 772-231-3498

www.treasurecoastchorale.org

MISSION: To share the love and enjoyment of choral music with the community

MAIN EVENT: Various concerts, see calendar section for dates

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Experienced singers

FOUNDED: 2001

Treasure Coast Jazz Society 772-234-4600

www.tcjazzsociety.com

Laura (Riding) Jackson Foundation

772-569-6718

lrjfoundation@gmail.com

www.lauraridingjackson.com

MISSION: To preserve and interpret the home of the late poet and author and to promote literary programs that nurture a passion for the written word

MAIN EVENT: Annual Poetry BBQ, April 7, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Tour guides for historic home; helping around the office and with publicity

FOUNDED: 1992

Riverside Theatre

772-231-5860

oscars@riversidetheatre.com

www.riversidetheatre.com

MISSION: To provide a total theater arts experience that entertains, challenges and educates both adults and children

MAIN EVENT: Premiere Benefit Gala, March 19, 2019

FOUNDED: 1973

MISSION: To encourage the performance, promotion and preservation of jazz

FOUNDED: 1987

Vero Beach Art Club Inc. 772-231-0303

vicepresident@verobeachartclub.org

www.verobeachartclub.org

MISSION: To foster appreciation of art and artistic growth

MAIN EVENT: Under the Oaks Fine Arts and Crafts Show, March 8–10, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Set up and take down art shows

FOUNDED: 1936

Ballet Vero Beach, page 71

WILL BRENNER

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Vero Beach Chamber Orchestra

772-562-6125

vbcoinformation@gmail.com

www.verobeachchamberorchestra.org

MISSION: To provide cultural enrichment of the city of Vero Beach and its surrounding area by providing a medium for performing musicians, sponsoring free orchestral performances for the community and through scholarship support for music education

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Ushering guests

MAIN EVENT: Community Concerts, Feb. 24 and April 14, 2019

FOUNDED: 2015

Vero Beach Choral Society

772-494-5011

info@verobeachchoralsociety.org

www.verobeachchoralsociety.org

MISSION: To enrich the community through the performance of choral music and to provide music education opportunities to local students through its scholarship program and through collaboration with student arts organizations

MAIN EVENT: “Songs of Home,” Nov. 11, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Ushering, collecting tickets at concerts, helping to set up for events

FOUNDED: 1987

Vero Beach Museum of Art

772-231-0707

info@verobeachmuseum.org

www.vbmuseum.org

MISSION: To provide cultural leadership and enrichment for the public through a wide variety of educational, studio art and humanities programs; a diversity of quality exhibitions; the collection, preservation, and presentation of important American and international works of art

MAIN EVENT: Gala 2019: The Golden Age of Television, Jan. 25, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Administrative and marketing helpers

FOUNDED: 1981

Vero Beach Opera Inc.

772-569-6993, Box Office: 772-564-5537

www.verobeachopera.org

MISSION: To enrich the cultural life of our community through fully staged professional opera productions, concerts and international vocal competitions of the highest quality, which promote an increased awareness and deeper appreciation of opera to diverse and expanding Florida audiences of all ages

MAIN EVENT: Performances on Jan. 13, Feb. 2 and March 19–22, 2019

FOUNDED: 1988

Vero Beach Theatre Guild

772-562-8300

www.verobeachtheatreguild.com

MISSION: To produce and promote plays and readings and to educate and train the public in various aspects of community theater

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Backstage and costume helpers

FOUNDED: 1962

Vero Beach Wine + Film Festival Inc.

772-925-9111

jerusha@vbwff.com

www.vbwff.com

MISSION: To support the growth of independent cinematic storytelling and connect with audiences; to share the quality of independent films, which have great power to enlighten, inspire, entertain, and educate

MAIN EVENT: Vero Beach Wine + Film Festival, June 6–9, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Venue captains, greeters and wine pourers, film selection committee, special events, box office, marketplace, homestay hosts, partnerships, social media marketing, fundraising

FOUNDED: 2016

CHILDREN & YOUTH

Big Brothers Big Sisters of St Lucie, Indian River and Okeechobee Counties

772-770-6000

kelly.chicvara@bbbsbigs.org

www.bbbsbigs.org

MISSION: To provide children facing adversity with strong, enduring and professionally supported one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever

MAIN EVENT: Chocolate, Champagne & Chefs, Oct. 29, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Mentors for local children

FOUNDED: 1984

Shining Light Garden Foundation, page 88

“The true work of art is but a shadow of the divine perfection.”

MICHELANGELO

Boys & Girls Clubs of Indian River County

772-299-7449

ethomason@bgcirc.org

www.bgcirc.org

MISSION: To inspire and enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible, and caring citizens

MAIN EVENT: Angels Dinner, March 6, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Tutoring, homework help, special projects

FOUNDED: 2000

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Childcare Resources of Indian River

772-567-3202

mpeters@childcareresourcesir.org

www.childcareresourcesir.org

MISSION: To elevate and promote the highest quality early childhood development and education in Indian River County, focusing on economically challenged children and families

MAIN EVENT: Starfest, Feb. 4, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Engage with children in a variety of ways: reading, art projects, music, serving lunch, gardening, or simply taking a walk or rocking babies

FOUNDED: 1994

Children’s Home Society of Florida

772-344-4020

sabrina.sampson@chsfl.org

www.chsfl.org/treasurecoast

MISSION: To build bridges to success for children

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Mentoring and tutoring children in need

FOUNDED: 1941

Kindergarten Readiness Collaborative, page 84

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Crossover Mission Inc.

772-257-5400

klorimier@crossovermisson.com

www.crossovermission.com

MISSION: To support and redirect at-risk youth through afterschool programs run by dedicated coaches and one-to-one mentors, using the love of basketball as a tool to attract, motivate and monitor scholastic and athletic achievement. To build a bridge of friendship and understanding between cultures, starting at a young age, which will help to erode the walls of separation which continue to divide our society

MAIN EVENT: Crossover Mission Gala, March 7, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Tutors, mentors and event helpers

FOUNDED: 2014

Dasie Bridgewater Hope Center

772-589-3535

www.dasiehope.org

MISSION: To empower students to be self-confident, responsible and well-rounded individuals in a safe and nurturing environment

MAIN EVENT: Wreath and Wine, Dec. 7, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Business speakers, business mentors and culinary arts teachers, help at the STEM lab

FOUNDED: 2004

Epic Missions Inc.

772-618-5777

jackie@epicmissions.org

MISSION: To personally volunteer alongside the needy, poor and dependent individuals within the community

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Various opportunities available, call for details

FOUNDED: 2011

Feed the Lambs Enrichment Program Inc.

772-501-2617

john_may699@yahoo.com

www.feedthelambsep.com

MISSION: To provide underprivileged youth education, recreation and mentorship at no cost

MAIN EVENT: Super Fly Dance Off, Sept. 22, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Tutoring, summer camp, 101 electrical workshop and board members

FOUNDED: 1996

“Let us put our minds together and see what life we can make for our children.”

SITTING BULL

Gifford Youth Achievement Center Inc.

772-794-1005

aperry@gyac.net

www.gyac.net

MISSION: With God’s guidance, to offer quality programs for children of all ages that will develop self-esteem, teach character and encourage each individual to reach his or her ultimate potential; to nurture partnerships with various community entities in Gifford and the surrounding municipalities of Indian River County

MAIN EVENT: GYAC’s Snow Ball, Jan. 26, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Tutors, classroom assistants, recreational assistants

FOUNDED: 2002

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Girls on the Run of the Treasure Coast

772-202-3776

jeane.bartlett@girlsontherun.org

www.girlsontheruntc.org

MISSION: To inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum that creatively integrates running

MAIN EVENT: Girls on the Run 5K, Dec. 8, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Coaches twice a week during the 10-week curriculum, running buddies at practice and final 5K, committee opportunities and event volunteers

FOUNDED: 2011

Guardians for New Futures

772-807-3868

dbutler@gfnf4kids.org

www.gfnf4kids.org

MISSION: To support the unfunded needs of maltreated children

MAIN EVENT: 8th annual Child Summit, Sept. 26–27, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Various opportunities available

FOUNDED: 1991

Indian River Land Trust, page 87

Hibiscus Children’s Center

772-299-6011 ext. 313

tsavoia@hcc4kids.org

www.hibiscuschildrenscenter.org

MISSION: To maintain a safe shelter for children who are abused, abandoned and neglected by providing prevention, early intervention and advocacy in quality residential, assessment and recovery programs

MAIN EVENT: Hibiscus Children’s Center

Wonderland, Dec. 8, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Mentor youth, assist with homework, activities and projects

FOUNDED: 1985

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Indian River Youth for Christ

772-226-0489

info@yfcirc.com

www.yfcirc.com

MISSION: To reach young people throughout Indian River County, working together with the local church and other like-minded partners to raise up lifelong followers of Jesus who lead by their godliness in lifestyle, devotion to the word of God and prayer, passion for sharing the love of Christ, and commitment to social involvement

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Work directly in campus club settings with students, lead small groups of students, or help with administrative needs and community events

FOUNDED: 1954

Little Birthday Angels

772-925-9352

hello@littlebirthdayangels.org

www.littlebirthdayangels.org

MISSION: To celebrate the birthdays of every homeless child living on the Treasure Coast

MAIN EVENT: Crushin’ It at the Winery, April 6, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Birthday party helpers, decorators, cake bakers, graphic design, festival booth attendants, fund development

FOUNDED: 2014

Mardy Fish Children’s Foundation

866-633-4070

community@mffkids.org

www.mffkids.org

MISSION: In partnership with the School District of Indian River County, to provide children opportunities to participate in fitness, nutritional and enrichment programs to prepare them to live healthy and productive lives

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Registration table, ball boys and girls, sponsorships, ticket sales, facility and court maintenance, administrative support

FOUNDED: 2006

Secret Lunch Lady Society

www.secretlunchladysociety.org

MISSION: To support drug-free, working families through paying off overdue lunch bills, buying school supplies and more

FOUNDED: 2018

Youth Guidance Mentoring and Activities Program

772-492-3933

www.youthguidanceprogram.org

MISSION: To enrich the lives of Indian River County youth through mentoring relationships that inspire trust, self-esteem and positive futures

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Positive adult role models to work with children in group mentoring program

FOUNDED: 1973

COMMUNTY SERVICE

211 HelpLine of the Palm Beaches & Treasure Coast

561-383-1112 help@211pbtc.org

www.211palmbeach.org

MISSION: To connect people to services 24 hours a day by understanding their individual emotional, financial and community needs and to support the health and human service system as a whole

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Serve as a liaison between 211 HelpLine and the community to help educate individuals on the important role 211 plays for those in need

FOUNDED: 1973

American Association of University

Women, Vero Beach Branch

772-257-5275

aauwverobeach@gmail.com

www.verobeach-fl.aauw.net

MISSION: To advance equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, philanthropy, and research; locally, to support scholarships, grants and programs for women and girls in Indian River County

MAIN EVENT: Senior Expo, March 28, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Youth mentoring, adult English tutoring, Guardian ad Litem, STEM events and camps, an event at Hibiscus Center, working with the IRSC AAUW Student Club, Girls on the Run, Members Helping Members, fundraising and hospitality

FOUNDED: 1964

American Red Cross — Florida’s Coast to Heartland Chapter

1-800-REDCROSS (733-2767), Indian River County disaster relief: 772-299-8841

www.redcross.org

MISSION: To provide relief to victims of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Disaster relief efforts, board members, instructors, caseworkers and logistics

FOUNDED: 1926

America Serving Veterans Foundation Inc.

772-778-4963

www.asvf.org

MISSION: To improve the welfare of veterans and their families by providing the guidance of a certified service officer in the area of veteran benefits

FOUNDED: 2009

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Center for Spiritual Care Inc.

772-567-1233

centerspiritualcare@gmail.com

www.centerforspiritualcare.org

MISSION: To provide individual and small group spiritual and holistic growth experiences leading to personal clarity, emotional empowerment, freedom and authenticity

MAIN EVENT: Fundraising Luncheon, Nov. 9, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Meditation garden maintenance, library maintenance, events, fundraisers

FOUNDED: 2000

Exchange Club of Indian River Foundation Inc. 772-532-8758 janbinney@gmail.com exchangeclubofindianriverfoundation.org

MISSION: To prevent child abuse

MAIN EVENT: 4th Annual Black & White Masquerade Ball, Oct. 6, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Various opportunities

FOUNDED: 2001

Exchange Club of Sebastian

www.fishingforcharity.org

MISSION: To prevent child abuse

MAIN EVENT: Blue Water Open Charity

The Arc of Indian River County

772-562-6854

www.arcir.org

MISSION: To support and empower individuals with special needs to achieve their life goals

MAIN EVENT: Starlight & Sneakers, April 25, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Helping at the center

FOUNDED: 1978

Bike Walk Indian River County Inc.

804-381-8772

info@bikewalking.org

www.bikewalkirc.org

MISSION: To promote safe bicycling and walking as transportation and recreation for a healthier, more vibrant and connected Indian River County

MAIN EVENT: Bicycle Build-a-thon, Jan. 23, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Opportunities for volunteer mechanics and board members

FOUNDED: 2015

Offshore Fishing Tournament, June 1, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Assistance with the Blue Water Open event

FOUNDED: 2008

Exchange Club Foundation of the Treasure Coast

www.tcexchangeclub.org

MISSION: To prevent child abuse

Founded: 2014

Friends of Indian River County Library Inc.

772-562-2047

MISSION: To provide financial support to the Indian River County public library system through used book sales, gift shop sales and other activities

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Helping at the library and at the Used Book Center

FOUNDED: 1960

Senior Resource Association, page 95

MARIEL MATOS

Indian River County Main Library

1600 21st St.

772-770-5060

www.irclibrary.org

Brackett Library

6155 College Lane

772-226-3080

North Indian River County Library

1001 Sebastian Blvd.

772-589-1355

Garden Club of Indian River County

772-567-4602

info@gardenclubofirc.org

www.gardenclubofirc.org

MISSION: To further the education of our members and the public in gardening, horticulture, floral arrangement and landscape design; to beautify our county through various civic projects; and to study and assist in the protection and conservation of native plants and natural resources

MAIN EVENT: Gardenfest!, Feb. 2–3, 2019

FOUNDED: 1993

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Grand Harbor Community Outreach Program

info@ghcop.org

www.ghcop.org

MISSION: To raise funds for registered local nonprofits focused on education, health and human services within Indian River County

FOUNDED: 2002

Head, Heart and Hands of Indian River Club

772-770-0733

info@indianriverclub.com

MISSION: To support the Treasure Coast community and improve the quality of life in the areas of health, education, youth activities, homelessness, environmental challenges, cultural programs and scientific research

FOUNDED: 2013

Indian River Community Foundation

772-492-1407

www.ircommunityfoundation.com

MISSION: To build a better community through donor-driven philanthropy

FOUNDED: 2008

Indian River County 4-H Foundation

irc4hfoundation@gmail.com

MISSION: To serve 4-H by raising funds and public support for 4-H programs that support local youth

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: New members to assist on the board as well as volunteers to help with events and fundraisers

FOUNDED: 2015

Saint Edward's

Impact 100

772-492-1407

info@impact100ir.com

www.impact100ir.com

MISSION: To improve the lives of individuals and our community through transformational giving

MAIN EVENT: Kickoff Brunch, Nov. 7, 2018

FOUNDED: 2008

John’s Island Foundation

772-234-0992

jennifer@johnsislandfoundation.org www.johnsislandfoundation.org

MISSION: To raise funds from the John’s Island community for the purpose of making grants to fund capital requirements to agencies serving the economically disadvantaged in Indian River County; to make grants to agencies whose programs are primarily directed toward supporting basic human needs such as food, shelter, assistance with disabilities/health issues, safety from abuse, and children’s education

MAIN EVENT: Annual Donor Reception, Jan. 23, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Volunteers from the John’s Island community are needed for site review teams to visit and assess the appropriateness of each grant request.

FOUNDED: 1999

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Quail Valley Charities Events

772-492-2069

www.quailvalleygolfclub.com

MISSION: To support nonprofit programs in Indian River County that benefit children and education

MAIN EVENT: Quail Valley Charity Week, Jan. 9–19, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Helpers with 5K Walk/Run and Kids’ 1-mile Fun Run fundraiser

VOLUNTEER CONTACT: Martha Redner at 772-492-2069

FOUNDED: 2001

Rotary Club of Sebastian

772-581-3199

kimberly@researchcoastlaw.com

www.sebastianrotary.com

MISSION: To place service above self in Indian River County

MAIN EVENT: Shrimpfest & Craft Brew

Hullaballoo, March 15–17, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Various. For more information attend a Thursday afternoon meeting at Capt. Butcher’s.

FOUNDED: 1988

Junior League of Indian River

772-226-0799

jlindianriver@gmail.com www.jlir.org

MISSION: To promote volunteerism, developing the potential of women, and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Volunteer and community impact projects

FOUNDED: 1992

Military Moms Prayer Group Inc.

772-473-0288

info@militarymomsprayergroup.com

www.militarymomsprayergroup.com

MISSION: To support U.S. troops through weekly prayer and outreach programs, including an annual Holidays for Heroes drive

MAIN EVENT: Annual Holidays for Heroes Drive, Oct. 15 – Dec.15, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Help at our booth at The National Navy SEAL Museum

FOUNDED: 2006

Rotary Club of Vero Beach

www.rotaryofverobeach.com

MISSION: To place service above self in Indian River County

FOUNDED: 1926

Rotary Club of Vero Beach

Sunrise Foundation

772-494-6306

debbieainvero@gmail.com

www.sunriserotaryverobeach.org

MISSION: To place service above self in Indian River County

MAIN EVENT: Florida Craft Brew and Wing Fest, Feb. 16, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Pour beer for distributors, assist with parking and cleanup at event

FOUNDED: 1989

The Salvation Army of Vero Beach

772-978-0265

www.salvationarmyflorida.org/verobeach

MISSION: To preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and seek to meet human needs in his name without discrimination

MAIN EVENT: Annual Kettle Campaign

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Helpers at the Family Store or food pantry

FOUNDED: 1993

Youth Sailing Foundation of Indian River County, page 95

WYATT HYORA

Sebastian Clambake Foundation Inc.

sebastianclambake@hotmail.com

www.sebastianclambake.com

MISSION: To organize and present the annual Sebastian Clambake Lagoon Festival, the proceeds of which are given to Sebastian-area charitable organizations

MAIN EVENT: Sebastian Clambake, Nov. 2–4, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Assist in cooking and serving food, parking cars, setup of tents and tables, and cleanup

FOUNDED: 2008

United Against Poverty of Indian River 772-770-0740

staci@unitedagainstpoverty.org

www.upirc.org

MISSION: To serve those in poverty by providing crisis care, case management, transformative education, food and household subsidy, employment training and placement, personal empowerment training and active referrals to other collaborative service providers

MAIN EVENT: Valentine’s Gala, Feb. 9, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Event committee helpers, assistant job coach, stock shelves and man membership desk in Member Share Grocery Program, sort food drive items for pantry and stock shelves, answer phones, collate mailings

FOUNDED: 2003

United Way of Indian River County 772-567-8900

chance.morrow@unitedwayirc.org

www.unitedwayirc.org

MISSION: To improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities

MAIN EVENT: United Way Citrus Sale, Nov. 26, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Board of directors and standing subcommittees: marketing, finance, and fund development

FOUNDED: 1961

Bob & Mary Roth

Hardwood

“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.”

MOHANDAS GANDHI

Vero Beach Air Show Inc. info@veroairshow.com

www.veroairshow.com

MISSION: To provide community service and support, focusing on honoring all who have served in our armed forces — our past, present, and future veterans; creating a friendly environment for military recruiting; providing wholesome, affordable family entertainment; offering aviation education about military and civilian flight and aircraft; promoting the city of Vero Beach, the Vero Beach Regional Airport and businesses throughout the area; and encouraging volunteerism and community support for the Vero Beach Air Show

MAIN EVENT: Vero Beach Air Show in 2020, exact dates TBD

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Serve as board member, committee chair, fundraising help, organizational and publicity help, and working at the 2020 show

FOUNDED: 2012

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Vero Beach Christian Business Association Inc. info@vbcba.org

www.vbcba.org

MISSION: To provide education and encouragement to Christian business leaders and give back to local ministries through outreach drives, monetary contributions and ministry spotlights

FOUNDED: 2005

Vero Beach Lifeguard Association

908-797-8725

verobeachla@yahoo.com

www.vbla.org

MISSION: To promote lifeguarding and water safety in Vero Beach and the surrounding communities

MAIN EVENT: Barefoot Beach Ball, Sept. 3, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Staff at each card table, player registration, u-pick-it raffle table, card dealer, help install buoys

FOUNDED: 2011

Veterans Council of Indian River County 772-410-5820

info@veteranscouncilirc.org

www.veteranscouncilirc.org

MISSION: To support all Indian River County veterans through the collective effort of veterans’ organizations, civic associations and the local community, thereby raising awareness of veterans’ needs and their contributions to society

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Veteran program volunteers

FOUNDED: 1987

Healthy Start Coalition, page 89

Women’s Refuge of Vero Beach

772-770-4424

bsposato@womensrefugevb.org

www.womensrefugevb.org

MISSION: To provide a live-in Christian program where emotionally and spiritually hurting women can find sanctuary in a healing environment, and to provide a non-residential counseling center for men, women and families, offering biblical discipleship for all who are serious about getting well

MAIN EVENT: 20th Annual Physicians

Symposium & Luncheon, March 8, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Sponsorships, event planning and assistance, mailings, maintenance, resale shop

FOUNDED: 1997

EDUCATION

Early Learning Coalition of Indian River, Martin, and Okeechobee Counties Inc.

772-567-7480

www.elcirmo.org

MISSION: To partner with parents, providers and communities to ensure quality early learning experiences through programmatic and financial support

FOUNDED: 2001

Education Foundation of Indian River County Inc.

772-564-0034

director@edfoundationirc.org

www.edfoundationirc.org

MISSION: To fund school programs and services that support opportunities for students to achieve academic success in Pre-K through 12th grades

MAIN EVENT: Charity Shoot, April 20, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Volunteers for Sneaker Exchange, Science Fair, STEP into K

FOUNDED: 1991

“Success is finding satisfaction in giving a little more than you take.”

CHRISTOPHER REEVE

SEA BAGS

COASTAL COMFORTS

EGG BABY

BELLE COSE

Indian River State College Foundation

772-462-4786

molson@irsc.edu

www.irscfoundation.org

MISSION: To provide student scholarships, high-technology equipment, faculty chairs, support of capital projects and improvements to further enhance student accessibility and improve the learning environment at IRSC

MAIN EVENT: IRSC Alumni & Friends Golf Tournament, May 10, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Mentors to high school students in the Take Stock in Children Scholarship Program

FOUNDED: 1965

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The Learning Alliance

877-548-READ (7323)

mobrien@thelearningalliance.org

www.thelearningalliance.org

MISSION: To build innovative and collaborative solutions to help children learn to read

MAIN EVENT: Moonshot Moment Day of Gratitude, Nov. 9, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Help with the Day of Gratitude event, Bookmobile, reading in schools and general work with the public

FOUNDED: 2010

Literacy Services of Indian River County Inc.

772-778-2223

director@literacyservicesirc.org

www.literacyservicesirc.org

MISSION: To provide quality literacy tutoring to local adults so that they and their families can become more contributing members of the community through improved literacy skills

MAIN EVENT: Author Series, Nov. 15, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Tutors

FOUNDED: 1971

The Kindergarten Readiness Collaborative

772-617-4350

kindergartenreadinessirc@gmail.com

www.krcirc.org

MISSION: To convene and support our partners in developing a high-quality early childhood system that is family centered

MAIN EVENT: Pre-K Party & Kindergarten

Round-up, Feb. 23, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Distributing books, greeting guests, assisting partner agencies, reading to children, putting stickers on books

FOUNDED: 2015

Master’s Academy of Vero Beach Inc.

772-794-4655

n.cook@mastersvb.org

www.mastersvb.org

MISSION: To spiritually and academically challenge students to impact the world for Christ

MAIN EVENT: Patriot Clay Shoot, Feb. 9, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Donation procurement and publicity

FOUNDED: 1998

Miss B’s Learning Bees Inc.

772-713-4130

www.missbslearningbeesinc.weeble.com

MISSION: To assist all children in becoming proficient in areas of reading, math and science

FOUNDED: 2014

Operation Hope

772-571-0003

www.operationhopefl.org

MISSION: To provide farm workers and other impoverished families with the necessities of life and quality education

FOUNDED: 2000

Riverside Children’s Theatre and Cultural Council of Indian River County, pages 71 and 72

“An investment in knowledge pays the best interest.”

BENJAMIN FRANKLIN

MARY ANN KETCHUM

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Redlands Christian Migrant Association

239-658-3560

info@rcma.org

www.rcma.org

MISSION: To open doors to opportunities through quality childcare and education from crib to high school and beyond

MAIN EVENT: Lipman Golf Classic, May 4, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Reading to, playing with and generally showing love to young children in our childcare centers in Wabasso and Fellsmere

FOUNDED: 1965

Saint Edward’s School

772-231-4136

mjennings@steds.org

www.steds.org

MISSION: To provide a community and culture that promotes lifelong learning by developing critical thinking, collaboration and a thorough preparation for college and the future; founded upon the Episcopal tradition with the focus on the whole child, led by a strong faculty who work to help all students reach their full potential in the classroom and beyond

MAIN EVENT: The Pirate Ball, April 5, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Various school helper opportunities available, pending background check confirmation

FOUNDED: 1965

St. Helen Catholic School

772-567-5457

www.sthelenschoolvero.org

MISSION: To provide students an exceptional Catholic education that integrates faith, academics, service and leadership

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Various opportunities available; visit website for details

FOUNDED: 1940

Scholarship Foundation of Indian River County

772-569-9869

info@sfindianriver.org

www.sfindianriver.org

MISSION: To offer hope, encouragement and scholarship opportunities to Indian River County students with financial need who demonstrate the desire and academic ability to succeed in pursuing a post-secondary education

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Assist at various events throughout the year

FOUNDED: 1965

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The Willow School

772-770-0758

www.thewillowschool.org

MISSION: To provide a highly engaging education that prepares socially responsible lifelong learners empowered to realize their full potential

MAIN EVENT: Bags & Bubbly, March 30, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Event committee

FOUNDED: 2005

Wheels & Keels Foundation Inc. 772-559-9758

wkvero@gmail.com

www.wkvero.com

MISSION: To provide funding to selected organizations whose activities strive to improve the lives of children and adults in the Treasure Coast community; concentrates on the support of those organizations that are less able to attract support from larger organizations

MAIN EVENT: The Wheels & Keels

Automobile and Boat Show, April 13, 2019

FOUNDED: 2015

ENVIRONMENTAL CONSERVATION

Environmental Learning Center

772-589-5050

info@discoverelc.org

www.discoverelc.org

MISSION: To educate, inspire and empower all people to be active stewards of the environment and their own well-being

MAIN EVENT: Annual Gala with Environmental Visionary in Action Award, Jan. 12, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Assist naturalists with education programs, greet visitors, be a part of the campus “green team,” help with special events, canoeing and boating guides, help with fundraising, photography and video creation, serve on event committees, serve as docents in Discovery Station interactive museum

FOUNDED: 1988

Big Brothers Big Sisters of St. Lucie, Indian River and Okeechobee Counties, page 73

MEGAN ROSSKNECHT

Friends of St. Sebastian River Inc.

772-202-0501

info@fssr.org

www.fssr.org

MISSION: To maintain and improve the health and beauty of the St. Sebastian River and its watershed

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Publicity/ communications, marketing/merchandising, walking/kayaking tour leader, invasive plant eradication, St. Sebastian River research project, river cleanups

FOUNDED: 1990

Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute Foundation

772-466-9876

www.hboifoundation.org

MISSION: To provide funding and support for research and education in marine sciences and ocean engineering

MAIN EVENT: Love Your Lagoon Gala, Feb. 1, 2019

FOUNDED: 1977

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Indian River Land Trust

772-794-0701

ataylor@irlt.org

www.irlt.org

MISSION: To promote the preservation, conservation and improvement of natural resources and special places in Indian River County, for the benefit of the general public and future generations

MAIN EVENT: Land Water Wildlife: Sustaining Our Lagoon, Nov. 8, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Cleaning up trails, giving tours, helping out at events

FOUNDED: 1989

Keep Indian River Beautiful 772-226-7738

daisy@keepindianriverbeautiful.org

www.keepindianriverbeautiful.org

MISSION: To empower individuals to take greater responsibility for their community environments by involving volunteers in litter prevention, beautification, recycling and conservation education

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Hands-on community improvement projects from beach cleanups to tree plantings; recycling education

FOUNDED: 1998

“Conservation is a state of harmony between men and land.”

ALDO LEOPOLD

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McKee Botanical Garden

772-794-0601

blossom@mckeegarden.org

www.mckeegarden.org

MISSION: To nurture and enhance a historic garden in a unique tropical setting for the education, enjoyment and enrichment of all

MAIN EVENT: Seed to Sea, Jan. 13, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Event committees, set up and tear down, check-in and tour guides

FOUNDED: 2001

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FOOD & NUTRITION

Food Pantry of Indian River County

772-770-2068

www.foodpantryirc.org

MISSION: To provide basic canned and dry packaged food to households of unemployed, underemployed and disadvantaged residents

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Helpers to host food drives in their communities

FOUNDED: 2006

Our Father’s Table Soup Kitchen

772-562-6268

MISSION: To display the basic Christian principles by feeding the elderly and providing food and comfort to those in need

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Help serve meals, clean, cook, drive the delivery van

FOUNDED: 2013

Pelican Island Audubon Society

772-567-3520

piaudubon@yahoo.com

www.pelicanislandaudubon.org

MISSION: To preserve and protect the animals, plants and natural communities and the land and water on which they depend in Indian River County through education advocacy and public awareness

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Sponsor and/or maintain a local school square-foot garden, light trail maintenance, gardening at Audubon house, custodial assistance at Audubon house (rotating schedule), citizen science adventures opportunities, newsletter help

FOUNDED: 1967

Pelican Island Preservation Society Inc.

772-202-0697

info@firstrefuge.org

www.firstrefuge.org

MISSION: To support and promote Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge and the National Wildlife Refuge System in their efforts to conserve habitat and wildlife

MAIN EVENT: Pelican Island Wildlife Festival, March 9, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Planning for the Pelican Island Wildlife Festival and day-of setup, parking, take-down, merchandise sales, greeters

FOUNDED: 1993

Shining Light Garden Foundation Inc.

772-539-3752

www.shininglightgardenfoundation.com

MISSION: To join together in unity with the body of Christ to make an impact in our communities; to have compassion for others as Jesus did; to exalt Jesus Christ

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Plant seeds, harvest crops, wash produce

FOUNDED: 2008

Treasure Coast Food Bank

772-489-3031

info@tcfoodbank.org

www.stophunger.org

MISSION: To alleviate hunger by obtaining and distributing food and other essentials in Indian River, St. Lucie, Martin and Okeechobee counties

MAIN EVENT: Fall Harvest Dinner, Nov. 10, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Food sorting, event and administrative assistance, food distribution

FOUNDED: 1988

Treasure Coast Community Health, page 92

“If we can conquer space, we can conquer childhood hunger.”

BUZZ ALDRIN

HEALTH & WELLNESS

Alzheimer & Parkinson Association of Indian River County

772-563-0505

judyl@alzpark.org

www.alzpark.org

www.walktoremembervero.org

MISSION: To serve county residents with disorders affecting memory and movement by promoting quality of life and choice through advocacy, support, empowerment, education and research connections

MAIN EVENT: Walk to Remember, Nov. 10, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Working on fundraising and awareness events ; daily, weekly or monthly commitments to assist with mailings, social respite programs, facilitation of support groups, assistance with the Virtual Dementia Tour and memory screenings, and year-round Walk to Remember planning and team recruitment

FOUNDED: 1982

Care Net Pregnancy Center of Indian River County

772-569-7939

info@carenetirc.org

www.carenetirc.org

MISSION: To build upon the biblical principles of the sanctity of human life, sexual purity, and adoption, to provide compassionate help and practical support for those facing unplanned pregnancies and post-abortion stress

MAIN EVENT: Share-in-a-Life Banquet, Nov. 8, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Peercounselor, receptionist, material support services, special events committee member, teen program, bulk mailings and grounds maintenance

FOUNDED: 1984

Friends After Diagnosis

772-978-9392

larrymacke@bellsouth.net

www.friendsafterdiagnosis.com

MISSION: To enhance the lives of those touched by women’s cancers through support meetings, education, wellness programs, celebration and networking

MAIN EVENT: Celebrates International Women’s Day, March 9, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Representatives at health fairs, grant writers and other fundraising support

FOUNDED: 2010

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Friends in Pink

772-785-8730

info@friendsin.pink

www.friendsin.pink/

MISSION: To provide financial assistance to individuals who have been diagnosed with breast cancer and are uninsured or underinsured

MAIN EVENT: Positively Pink 11th annual Friendship Luncheon, Oct. 20, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Soliciting auction items and sponsors for the fundraising event

FOUNDED: 2005

Indian River County Volunteer Ambulance Squad

772-231-1230

ircvas@att.net

www.volunteerambulancesquad.org

MISSION: To provide free non-emergency transportation services throughout Indian River County for ambulatory and wheelchair passengers from their residences to and from medical and healthcare facilities within the county

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Data input for mailing, drivers year-round

FOUNDED: 1966

Indian River Healthy Start Coalition

772-563-9118

andrea@irchealthystart.org

www.irchealthystart.org

MISSION: To develop and support a local system of care to optimize the health of moms, babies and their families living in Indian River County

MAIN EVENT: Dancing with Vero’s Stars, May 11, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Set up, help at water stations

FOUNDED: 1992

Indian River Medical Center Foundation

772-226-4960

liz.bruner@irmc.cc

www.irhf.org

MISSION: To develop and sustain relationships with individuals and organizations to enroll them in the mission of the hospital and encourage their financial support

MAIN EVENT: May Pops 30th Anniversary, May 5, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Indian River Medical Center Auxiliary FOUNDED: 1932

March of Dimes Foundation

772-410-5460

mjohnson@marchofdimes.org

www.marchofdimes.org

MISSION: To improve the health of babies by preventing birth defects, infant mortality and premature birth

MAIN EVENT: Signature Chefs Auction, Nov. 1, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Night of the Signature Chef’s Auction volunteer positions, day of March for Babies volunteer positions

FOUNDED: 1950

Mental Health Association of Indian River County

772-569-9788

mary@mhairc.org

www.mhairc.org

MISSION: To provide immediate access with no barriers to mental health care

MAIN EVENT: Party & Dance thru the Decades, March 9, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Administrative and basic clerical duties, helping with events; recruiting attendees and sponsors, securing silent auction items, planning, decorating, and photographing

FOUNDED: 1958

“The groundwork of all happiness is health.”

LEIGH HUNT

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New Horizons of the Treasure Coast Inc.

772-672-8333 lrymer@nhtcinc.org

www.nhtcinc.org

MISSION: To deliver accessible mental healthcare services to 14,000 children, adults and families annually, regardless of their ability to pay, in order to achieve behavioral and emotional wellness, thereby improving the quality of life in our community

MAIN EVENT: New Horizons’ 60th Anniversary Diamond Jubilee and John B. Romano Retirement Tribute, Nov. 10, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Race and breakfast with Santa volunteers needed FOUNDED: 1958

Women’s Refuge of Vero Beach, page 83

BRENDA SPOSATO

National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Mid-Florida

407-478-8882

info@flc.nmss.org

www.nationalmssociety.org/flc

MISSION: To stop multiple sclerosis in its tracks, restore what has been lost and end multiple sclerosis forever

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Event awareness and planning; committee membership, event setup, registration, food, greeting and tear-down

FOUNDED: 1949

Special Equestrians of the Treasure Coast Inc.

772-562-7603

specialequestrians1992@gmail.com

www.specialequestrianstreasurecoast.org

MISSION: To foster personal achievement through equine-assisted activities and therapy for individuals with special needs in a safe and stimulating environment

MAIN EVENT: Denim and Diamonds Gala, March 9, 2019

FOUNDED: 1992

Substance Awareness Center of Indian River County

772-770-4811

cmaynard@sacirc.org

www.sacirc.org

MISSION: To lead the community toward a healthy lifestyle by reducing the incidence of substance abuse in Indian River County through education, prevention, treatment and recovery support

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Mentors for women in early recovery

FOUNDED: 1991

Suncoast Mental Health Center

772-564-8616

www.suncoastmentalhealth.org

MISSION: To provide best-practice and research-based assessment, counseling and supportive services to children and families in the Treasure Coast area

MAIN EVENT: Handbag Bingo, Nov. 10, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Volunteers at Handbag Bingo

FOUNDED: 1998

“There is no health without mental health.”

VIKRAM PATEL

Sunshine Physical Therapy Clinic

772-562-6877

betsy.craig@att.net

www.sunshineptc.org

MISSION: To provide personalized care to improve functions and health through physical, occupational and massage therapies, personal fitness programs, and community education; to enhance quality of life by offering professional services by a friendly, caring and well-qualified team. To help children shine through a collaborative approach combining physical, occupational, and speech therapies, working to give each child a brighter future

MAIN EVENT: Celebrating Sunshine Kids

Gala, Nov. 10, 2018

FOUNDED: 1953

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Treasure Coast Community Health Inc.

772-257-8224

ethompson@tcchinc.org

www.tcchinc.org

MISSION: To provide accessible, cost effective, quality, comprehensive healthcare to all persons regardless of their socio-economic circumstances

MAIN EVENT: TCCH Road Rally, Feb. 9, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Help with guest registration

FOUNDED: 1993

Treasure Coast Pilot Club

772-567-1134

tammybursick@comcast.net

www.tcpc.info

www.autumninthepark.com

MISSION: To provide proceeds from annual fundraisers to help people with brain disorders and Alzheimer’s/Parkinson’s diseases

MAIN EVENT: Autumn in the Park, Oct. 6–7, 2018

FOUNDED: 1979

VNA & Hospice Foundation

772-567-5551

bsmith@vnatc.com

www.vnatc.com

MISSION: To provide compassionate, innovative care of the highest quality, setting the standard for patients and caregivers needing home health, hospice and community health services

MAIN EVENT: VNA Golf-A-Thon, May 6, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Assist the pros on the course during the golf tournament and provide food and drink for golfers throughout the day

FOUNDED: 1979

We Care Foundation of Indian River

Indian River Medical Society Foundation

772-562-0123

wecareofirc@att.net

www.wecareofirc.org

MISSION: To serve as a vehicle for charitable giving to provide essential services and materials for “We Care” patients outside the scope of those donated by local physicians

MAIN EVENT: Mardi Gras Celebration, March 1, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Volunteer nurses, specialty physicians; helping out with community awareness

FOUNDED: 2011

Women’s Care Center of IRC Inc.

772-257-5390

womenscarecenterirc@gmail.com

www.womenscarecenter.org

MISSION: To provide free, confidential counseling, support and education to women facing unplanned pregnancies

MAIN EVENT: Celebrate Life, Feb. 18, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: To help organize the shopping boutique by folding baby clothes and arranging other baby items

FOUNDED: 2013

HISTORY

HISTORY

Indian River County Historical Society

772-778-3435

www.irchistorical.org

MISSION: To save, preserve and restore the historical and environmental resources of Indian River County by working with state and local governments, organizations, foundations and citizens to raise monies for historical preservation projects and educational programs

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Docent at the historical Hallstrom House, help at the train station

FOUNDED: 1984

Indian River Genealogical Society

772-444-7470

info@irgs.org

www.irgs.org

MISSION: To promote interest in family and local history by providing education through community programs and projects

MAIN EVENT: Annual Valentine Genealogy Seminar, Feb. 16, 2019

FOUNDED: 1983

Main Street Vero Beach

772-643-6782

info@mainstreetverobeach.org

www.mainstreetverobeach.org

MISSION: To use a four-point approach of organization, promotion, design, and economic restructuring to transform the way communities revitalize, promote and manage their historic downtowns and neighborhood commercial districts

MAIN EVENT: Hibiscus Festival, April 13 and 14, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Answer phones, set up and take down Downtown Fridays, networking events, design projects

FOUNDED: 1996

H.A.L.O. No-Kill Rescue, page 71

MARGARET WALL

Guide to Giving

The National Navy SEAL Museum

772-595-5845

elaine@navysealmuseum.org

www.navysealmuseum.org

MISSION: To preserve the history of the Navy SEALs and their predecessors, while honoring the fallen at our Memorial Wall and providing support for the families of those warriors through our Trident House Charities Program

FOUNDED: 1985

Old Vero Ice Age Sites Committee

772-562-6419

info@oviasc.org

www.oviasc.org

MISSION: To preserve and appropriately excavate important archaeological and paleontological Ice Age sites in Indian River County and, in the process, promote education and understanding of their contents and history

FOUNDED: 2011

Sebastian Area Historical Society and Museum

772-581-1380

sahsi@att.net

www.sebastianareahistoricalmuseum.com

MISSION: To preserve the history of the Sebastian area through research and publications, protect historical materials, buildings and sites for the enjoyment of present and future generations, and present this history through a museum, educational programs and exhibits

MAIN EVENT: Educational Presentations: third Wednesday of October, 2018, and January, February and March, 2019, at the North County Library

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Museum docents, museum upkeep and maintenance work, computer input, basic office work, mailings, make refreshments, set up displays, and advertising

FOUNDED: 1985

Vero Heritage Inc. Heritage Center and Indian River Citrus Museum

772-770-2263

info@veroheritage.org

www.veroheritage.org

MISSION: To preserve, educate and celebrate Vero Heritage

MAIN EVENT: The Pioneer Dinner, April 27, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Tour guides at Citrus Museum and Heritage Center, help at special events

FOUNDED: 1993

HOME & FAMILY

Angels of Indian River County

772-501-7989

angelsofirc@yahoo.com

MISSION: To help the community of Indian River County by providing meals, supplies and holiday gifts to people of all ages in need

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Helpers needed to deliver dinners and wrap holiday gifts for needy children

FOUNDED: 2016

The Buggy Bunch

855-352-8449

info@thebuggybunch.com

www.thebuggybunch.com

MISSION: To build relationships with Indian River County mothers that will afford us the opportunity to equip their families with programs and services that will assist in meeting individual family’s urgent and changing needs; to follow the example of, and bear witness to, the good news of Jesus Christ through our words and actions

MAIN EVENT: Pies for a Purpose, Nov. 1, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Pie selling teams

FOUNDED: 2009

Camp Haven

772-999-3625

outreach@camphaven.net

www.camphaven.net

MISSION: To provide supportive living opportunities and education to men committed to rising out of homelessness

FOUNDED: 2012

CASTLE

772-465-6011

info@castletc.org

www.castletc.org

MISSION: To prevent child abuse and neglect through education and awareness

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: To serve on a variety of committees; for annual toy drive, to help coordinate, organize toys and get ready for client pickup; office assistance

FOUNDED: 1982

Economic Opportunities Council of Indian River County

772-562-4177

www.eocofirc.net

MISSION: To seek to be a community action agency working to empower low-income families and strengthen our community

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Board of directors, fundraising advisory council, Head Start Program volunteers

FOUNDED: 1965

Every Dream Has a Price

772-713-6883

julianne@everydreamhasaprice.com

www.everydreamhasaprice.com

MISSION: To ensure availability of highquality affordable housing to incomeeligible residents and provide assistance to families in need of shelter

MAIN EVENT: Annual Italian Grill Dinner, Sept. 19, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Skilled subcontractors to supervise or perform community volunteer projects and/or to conduct housing rehabilitation projects

FOUNDED: 2006

The Hope For Families Center

772-567-5537

jamiejacksonvb@gmail.com

www.hopeforfamiliescenter.org

MISSION: To provide a safe shelter, food and employment services for homeless families and act as an avenue to self-sufficiency

MAIN EVENT: Make Wishes Happen

Annual Dinner, Nov. 5, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Top Chef Challenge committee volunteers needed for sponsorships, chef liaisons, ticket sales, event setup/cleanup, event reception

FOUNDED: 1992

“History is not a burden on the memory, but an illumination of the soul.”

LORD ACTON

Indian River Habitat for Humanity

772-562-9860

www.irchabitat.org

MISSION: To put God’s love into action by bringing people together to build homes, communities and hope

MAIN EVENT: Habitat’s Jamaican Me

Crazy Hoedown, March 9, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Construction: build new homes; home repair/neighborhood revitalization: paint, landscape, build accessible ramps; ReStore: sort, price and stock merchandise, receive donations, organize the warehouse and sales floor, clean and perform customer service, financial counselor volunteers for prospective home buyers

FOUNDED: 1991

Kidz Closet Charities Inc.

772-794-1543

kccharities@comcast.net

www.kidzclosetvero.com

MISSION: To provide clothing and items to women and children in Indian River County who are in need and at risk

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Store helpers and clothing sorters

FOUNDED: 2009

Guide to Giving

The Source

772-564-0202

anthony.zorbaugh@iamthesource.org

www.iamthesource.org

MISSION: To support and serve the community and lead individuals to a saving faith in Jesus Christ

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Working the front desk, helping in the laundry facilities and donation processing area

FOUNDED: 1996

Treasure Coast Homeless Services Council Inc.

772-567-7790

www.tchelpspot.org

MISSION: To serve as lead agency for the continuum of care for the homeless in Indian River, St. Lucie and Martin counties

FOUNDED: 2000

SENIOR SERVICES

The Public Guardianship Program of Indian River County Inc. 772-567-8276

director@ircpublicguardian.org

www.ircpublicguardian.org

Safe Space Inc.

772-223-2399

www.safespacefl.org

MISSION: To offer victims of domestic violence safety, support and education, empowering them to create an independent life free from violence

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Shelter/ direct care volunteers, Thrift Shoppe volunteers, annual fundraising event committee volunteers, administrative office support volunteers

FOUNDED: 1979

Samaritan Center — Catholic Charities

772-770-3039

rbireley@ccdpb.org

www.catholiccharitiesdpb.org

MISSION: To offer long-term housing and guidance to homeless families in Indian River County, and prepare them to live independently

MAIN EVENT: Samaritan Center Soup Bowl, Nov. 1, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Advisory board members, tutors, childcare, maintenance and preparing meals

FOUNDED: 1992

MISSION: To provide access to the specialized protective services of guardianship in order to enhance the lives of individuals with limited financial resources in Indian River County who are adjudicated incapacitated

FOUNDED: 2012

St. Francis Manor of Vero Beach 772-562-8575

katie@stfrancismanor.org

www.stfrancismanor.org

MISSION: To provide affordable, independent apartments to senior citizens on a limited income in an attractive, safe and socially supportive environment

MAIN EVENT: Annual All American BBQ Bash, April 27, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Keep the library in order, help with daily lunches, help with fundraiser, bus driver

FOUNDED: 1974

National Navy SEAL Museum, page 93

ELAINE RYAN

Senior Resource Association

772-569-0760

www.seniorresourceassociation.org

MISSION: To promote independence and dignity in our community by providing services to older adults and transportation to all

MAIN EVENT: 14th Annual Bingo

Luncheon, March 27, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Meals on Wheels delivery drivers, adult day care entertainment and activities, Silver Tones Chorus singers, clerical, travel trainer

FOUNDED: 1974

SPORTS & RECREATION

Florida Archery Foundation

772-617-2405

info@floridaarcheryfoundation.com

www.floridaarcheryfoundation.com

MISSION: To improve our community and positively impact people from all walks of life, regardless of gender, age, physical ability or socio-economic status, by introducing them to the sport of archery and helping them develop skills in this lifetime participation sport

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Entry level instructor assistant to provide more sessions for the youth in our community

FOUNDED: 2015

Indian River Golf Foundation

772-713-9593

roger.vandyke@comcast.net

www.irgf.org

MISSION: To create expanded playing opportunities, promote competition, teach and honor golf traditions and recognize individual performance and contributions to the game of golf in Indian River County; foster learning, growth in relationships, character building and excellence in player development for an expanded number of golfers in a safe, affordable and enriching environment

MAIN EVENT: Annual Symetra Pro-Am Golf Tournament, “The Mary Jo,” Nov. 16–17, 2018

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Player registration at events, photographer for Facebook and Instagram, sports media player mentors, assisting younger players, database entries, fundraising

FOUNDED: 2009

Vero Beach Rowing Club Inc.

772-444-7697

verobeachrowingdor@gmail.com

www.verobeachrowing.org

MISSION: To promote and teach the sport of rowing to the community in order to develop physical fitness, personal character and an ethic of cooperation through competitive and recreational opportunities

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Qualified volunteers to help with instructing and coaching youth rowers

FOUNDED: 2009

Sebastian River High School Crew Inc.

321-806-9971

sebastianriverrowing@gmail.com

www.sebastiancrew.org

MISSION: To enrich the lives of our high school and middle school students and their families through the sport of rowing

MAIN EVENT: East Coast Classic, Oct.13, 2018

FOUNDED: 2012

Vero Beach Power Squadron, District 8

772-231-9543

scullybg@comcast.net

www.verobeachpowersquadron.com

MISSION: To promote recreational boating safety through education and civic activities while providing fellowship for our members

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Assistance with oyster mat manufacturing program

FOUNDED: 1956

Willis Sports Association

772-370-5858

willissportsinc@gmail.com

www.wsarbi.org

MISSION: To broaden the opportunities available to disadvantaged youth through baseball, affording players better exposure and scholarships for educational endeavors

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Baseball coaches, umpires and registration and concession helpers, volunteers for elementary student after-school programs

FOUNDED: 2015

Youth Sailing Foundation of Indian River County Inc.

772-492-3243

info@ysfirc.org

www.ysfirc.org

MISSION: To provide Indian River County with educational, recreational and competitive sailing programs for all ages in a fun and safe environment

MAIN EVENT: Rock the Boat, March 18, 2019

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Sailing instructors, power boat operators, boat repairs and maintenance, event planning

FOUNDED: 2009 ✤

Vero Beach Dog Park, page 71

Sponsor Directory

ARCHITECTS

MOULTON LAYNE, P.A.

4887 A1A

Vero Beach, FL 32963 moultonlayne.com

772-234-0445

JEWELRY

VERANDA

3325 Ocean Drive

Vero Beach, FL 32963

772-234-3404

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INDIAN RIVER COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

5070 A1A, Suite 200 Vero Beach, FL 32963 ircommunityfoundation.org

772-492-1407

REAL ESTATE

CHARLOTTE TERRY

REAL ESTATE GROUP OF ALEX MACWILLIAM INC.

page 15

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AUTOMOBILE SALES & SERVICE

DEPENDABLE MITSUBISHI

1440 U.S. 1

Vero Beach, FL 32960 dependablemitsubishi.com

772-569-1200

MUSEUMS

NAVY SEAL MUSEUM

3300 A1A

Fort Pierce, FL 34949 navysealmuseum.org

772-595-5845

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SENIOR RESOURCE ASSOCIATION

694 14th St. Vero Beach, FL 32960 seniorresourceassociation.org

772-569-0760

TREASURE COAST FOOD BANK INC.

401 Angle Road Fort Pierce, FL 34947 stophunger.org

page 19

2911 Ocean Drive Vero Beach, FL 32963 charlotteterry.com

772-234-8500

page 63

JOHN’S ISLAND REAL ESTATE COMPANY

One John’s Island Drive Vero Beach, FL 32963 johnsislandrealestate.com

772-231-0900

page 1

page 17

CATERING

ELIZABETH D. KENNEDY & COMPANY INC.

486 21st St. (Miracle Mile Plaza) Vero Beach, FL 32960 elizabethkennedycatering.com

772-563-0646

NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS

ATLANTIC CLASSICAL ORCHESTRA

141 U.S. 1 Fort Pierce, FL 34950 atlanticclassicalorchestra.com

772-460-0850

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CULTURAL COUNCIL OF INDIAN RIVER COUNTY

772-489-3034

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VERO BEACH OPERA

49 Royal Palm Pointe Vero Beach, FL 32960 verobeachopera.org

SCHOOLS

page 37

SAINT EDWARD'S SCHOOL

1895 Saint Edward’s Drive Vero Beach, FL 32963 steds.org

page 49

HOME FURNISHINGS & DESIGN SERVICES

BAER’S FURNITURE CO.

4260 W. New Haven Ave. West Melbourne, FL 32904

baers.com

321-872-2377

page 33

2041 14th Ave.

Vero Beach, FL 32960

cultural-council.org

772-770-4857

page 69

HARBOR BRANCH OCEANOGRAPHIC INSTITUTE FOUNDATION

5600 U.S. 1

Fort Pierce, FL 34946 hboifoundation.org

772-466-9876

page 75

772-569-6993 back inside cover

VNA OF THE TREASURE COAST

1110 35th Lane Vero Beach, FL 32960 vnatc.com

772-567-5551

.................... front inside cover

WOMEN'S REFUGE OF VERO BEACH

1850 Lemon Ave. Vero Beach, FL 32960 womensrefugevb.org

772-770-4424

page 51

772-231-4136 back cover ✤

Many thanks to these local organizations that supported this annual Guide To Giving