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Mary Virginia Terry
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A Guiding Light: An example set for generations to come

Leaving a lasting impression of grace, humility and generosity Mary Virginia Terry Passed peacefully on October 29, 2022 Leaders and philanthropists will forever be inspired…

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Debs Store, as it looked from its opening in 1921 until the 1980s.
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Placemaking at its Best: Reimaging Historic Eastside

More than 150 years after the community’s inception, the Eastside is Jacksonville’s last cohesive, historically Black neighborhood from the 19th century. Historic Eastside is probably…

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A.L. Lewis is featured alongside other famous black leaders with Jacksonville roots in the mural titled, "Locals and Legends," painted by artists from the Jacksonville Cultural Development Corporation.
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Celebrating a Legacy in Black Philanthropy

Abraham Lincoln Lewis was born on March 29, 1865, in Madison County, Florida, roughly two hours due west of Jacksonville. His family later moved to…

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colorful mural of woman and flowers | text reading: "Local Charity 're-threads' lives... one human trafficking survivor at a time
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LOCAL CHARITY ‘RETHREADS’ LIVES: One human trafficking survivor at a time

Sex trafficking claims thousands of victims in the United States each year, with Florida ranking among the top three states for victimization. It’s an illicit…

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The honor is all ours: Gratitude Abounds as the AFP Celebrates Those Who Honor Our Community

In 1986, a small group of individuals in Northeast Florida came together to establish the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) Florida First Coast Chapter, putting…

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© Amanda Coogan, The Ladder is Always There, 2018. MOCA Jacksonville, Project Atrium, Site-specific installation and performance, Jacksonville, FL. Photo © Laura Evans Photography.
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Philanthropy – much more than money: Non-cash gifts often the most transformative

When people think about philanthropy, most envision writing a check. Or maybe donating publicly traded stock or bonds, or insurance policies. Moving beyond such liquid…

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"Help & Hope" | artistic watercolor image of homeless man
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Help & Hope: The Current Crisis of Homelessness in Northeast Florida

There are 3,400 known persons throughout Duval, Clay and Nassau counties who currently are experiencing homelessness. Some are unsheltered, some are sheltered, but none has…

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Cathedral Arts Project Celebrates 30 Years in Jacksonville

The Cathedral Arts Project (CAP) kicks off its 30th anniversary celebration this month with a mayoral proclamation of Cathedral Arts Project Day on January 30,…

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Root Ball Gala Co-Chairs Named

Greenscape of Jacksonville, Inc. announced the co-chairs for its annual Root Ball: Tiffany Davis, Sally Ragsdale and Debbie Early.  Davis, a San Marco resident, is…

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121 Financial Delivers 121 Teddy Bears to Ronald McDonald House

121 Financial Credit Union and the Jumbo Shrimp mascots, Scampi and Southpaw, delivered more than 120 teddy bears to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Jacksonville…

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VyStar Invests $2.2M in Jacksonville Zoo’s VyStar SkyScape Entrance

Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens announced significant progress on its $52 million REZOOVENATION campaign to make improvements to the institution with a $2.25 million investment from…

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PACE CENTER FOR GIRLS AWARDED $2M GRANT FROM THE PLAYERS

The grant from THE PLAYERS Championship Village will fund a three-year substance abuse pilot program in Northeast Florida    THE PLAYERS Championship Village, Inc., (The…

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THE PLAYERS Championship Bestows $2 Million to Nemours Children’s Health

Cancer center to be renamed THE PLAYERS Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders   THE PLAYERS Championship announced in a press conference on Oct. 21…

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Lynyrd Skynyrd and Seminole Tribe Donate $200,000 to Florida Disaster Fund at Hard Rock Live Show

Over the weekend, Lynyrd Skynyrd announced a $100,000 donation to the Florida Disaster Fund during their “Big Wheels Keep on Turnin’” tour stop at the…

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Aaron Irving New Pro Bono Director for Jacksonville Area Legal Aid

Aaron J. Irving, a Florida native who previously owned the Jacksonville law firm Integrity Law, P.A., has joined Jacksonville Area Legal Aid (JALA) as director…

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Junior Achievement of North Florida Adds Seven New Members to its Board of Directors

Junior Achievement of North Florida (JA) has named seven new members to its board of directors: Nader Farhat, Patty Keenan, Jennifer Kirouac, Mike Knox, Shehani…

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Harley-Davidson Gifts Motorcycle to Wounded Warrior Brian Critton

Army veteran and wounded warrior Brian “Amarok” Critton received a motorcycle from Harley-Davidson’s new G.I. Enthusiast Collection in recognition for his service to our country,…

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Girls Inc. of Jacksonville Receives United Way Grant

The United Way of Northeast Florida selected Girls Inc. of Jacksonville (GIJ) as one of 13 organizations to invest in by supporting programs that increase…

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Update Your Event for Circles Charity Register and Social Datebook 2022-2023

It’s that time of the year again! Space is limited and filling up fast! Reserve your spot in the 2022 – 2023 edition of Circles…

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AFP Logo | National Philanthropy Day 2022
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2022 National Philanthropy Day luncheon

Monday, November 14, 2022 Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront Hotel Save the Date! This year’s National Philanthropy Day Luncheon is scheduled for Monday, November 14, 2022 at…

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