Nonprofit Raises Single Year Record of $31.8 Million; Funds to Benefit Nonprofits, Communities and Individuals Across Palm Beach and Martin Counties
The Community Foundation today announced the results of its 2024 fiscal year, posting a single year record for most dollars raised: $31.8 million, which is an increase of 12% over the previous year.
“As I reflect on this remarkable year in the Community Foundation’s history, I am grateful that our Board had the vision and collaborative spirit to create a strategic plan that was challenging — yet achievable,” said Danita R. DeHaney, President & CEO. “This year, we have not only met, but exceeded many of our goals, which is a testament to the dedication and passion of our team, donors, nonprofit partners, and everyone involved.”
Highlights from FY 2024
2024 McIntosh Award: Philanthropist George T. Elmore was recognized with the 2024 McIntosh Award at the Founders Luncheon, which helped raise support for early literacy efforts. The prestigious award, which is named after Winsome and Michael McIntosh, who founded the Community Foundation in 1972, is presented annually to an individual or organization who has made significant contributions to the community.
- Visit to Israel: In February, DeHaney joined with seven local non-Jewish leaders in addition to Jewish Federation executives to travel to Israel for one week. The trip, which was sponsored by the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County and its new entity, the Palm Beach Center to Combat Antisemitism & Hatred, gave the participants a new sense of familiarity with Israel’s complex situation and the challenges facing Jewish people around the world and here at home.
- Season to Share: Thanks to the Community Foundation’s strong partnership with The Palm Beach Post, readers donated $488,290 to neighbors in need as part of the newspaper’s Season to Share campaign. Each year, the campaign calls on nonprofit organizations in Palm Beach and Martin counties to nominate an individual or family who is need of the community’s support. Readers have donated nearly $17 million through Season to Share since 1995. The Community Foundation serves as the fiscal agent for the campaign.
