Charity for Change thanks new community sponsorships for the Nov. 7 gala
Charity for Change's annual Planting Seeds of Humanity gala is on Nov. 7 in Naples. Proceeds support the nonprofit's character education programs, which teach children empathy, resilience and responsibility through academics and real-world service.
Last year's gala drew a sold-out crowd and raised more than $400,000 for Charity for Change's programs. This year's event continues that community support while bringing guests together around the organization's mission of teaching children in pre-K through fifth grade to care about one another and the world around them.
"The lessons children learn about kindness and compassion can stay with them long after childhood," said Karen Conley, founder, president and CEO of Charity for Change. "We are so grateful with the outpouring of new community support, new sponsorships and new partnerships this year that are inspired to support the mission and help us to do what we do for children's education and development. Every person who chooses to be part of this effort helps us plant the seeds for a more caring community through the cornerstones of teaching gratitude, generosity, respect, integrity and kindness to future generations."
The Western-themed event begins at 5 p.m. on Nov. 7 at Elite Jets, located at 125 Aviation Drive South in Naples. The evening includes a reception emceed by Peter Busch of Gulf Coast News, silent and live auctions, a three-course plated dinner and interactive experiences, followed by live music and dancing with the Ben Allen Band.
Recommended attire is country Western or casual. Valet and self-parking will be available.
Humanity Hero sponsors include Soldavini & Caldwell CPA, PA,, Astra/CFX Holdings, Stickboy AI and Westwood Interior Cleaning.
Epic Filmworks is a Changemaker sponsor. Flor's Cleaning and Xpress Meat Market are Charity sponsors.
Integrity sponsors include Allen Concrete, Creative Wealth Financial Group, DGPerry, HBK CPAs & Consultants, John R. Wood Properties, William & Linda Leathers, Lipman Produce, Seacoast Bank, Dr. James V. Talano and Waller Financial Planning Group.
Kindness sponsors include 5th Ave Car Club, Achieva Credit Union, Bond, Shoeneck & King, Capital Coast Wealth Advisors, Capital Wealth Advisors, Comcast, GammaTech Services and Paradise Coast Chiropractic.
Tickets and tables are available at CfCGala26.givesmart.com. For more information call 239-592-6787.
About Charity for Change
Founded in 2008, Charity for Change brings children together to see past their differences and work together for others in need. Outcomes are proven over an 18-year track record improving children's behavior and academic performance while fostering resilience, empathy and the mental well-being of Pre-K to fifth grade learners. Through character education and charitable activities blended with academics, the organization serves children through its afterschool and summer school programs. Since 2008, the program has impacted more than 200,000 children, instilling nine character traits and raising more than $160,000 for 100 area charities. The goal of Charity for Change is to cultivate confident, compassionate children who become successful learners, contribute to their schools and communities and participate in society as empathetic, employable, resilient and successful citizens.
For more information about Charity for Change, please visit CharityforChange.org or call 239-592-6787.