Saunders Real Estate, in Lakeland, has transitioned from the SVN franchise to operate as an independent brokerage, concentrating on large-acreage land and commercial real estate across Florida and the southeastern United States. Led by Dean Saunders, Gary Ralston and Todd Dantzler, the firm’s team of over 100 advisors will focus on key markets including Central … Read more
Marina Pointe, a luxury condominium development in Tampa Bay, has sold out all units in its first residential tower, with the final sale of a 3,300-square-foot penthouse, closing at $3.1 million, in December. The development, part of the 52-acre Westshore Marina District, has three planned residential towers. Construction on Tower II is slated to begin … Read more
The TD Charitable Foundation, the philanthropic arm of TD Bank, has announced $7.2 million in grants to assist nonprofit organizations addressing challenges in sustaining homeownership for low- and moderate-income families. The grants, distributed through the foundation’s 19th annual Housing for Everyone program, will provide 36 awards of $200,000 each. The 2025 program targets nonprofits offering … Read more
Raymond James has announced Ready for School, a $7.5 million initiative to support Tampa Bay nonprofits that enhance educational opportunities for students. Over three years, the program will distribute $2.5 million, annually, to 11 organizations focused on academic success, extracurricular engagement and basic needs. Beneficiaries include organizations like the Pinellas Education Foundation, Boys & Girls … Read more
The Dalí Museum Café Gala Cookbook The Dalí Museum released the “The Dalí Museum Café Gala Cookbook,” a 200-page collection of 55 Spanish-inspired recipes curated by Café Gala’s Chef Chuck Bandel and Museum Director Hank Hine. The cookbook captures the flavors of Catalan and Spanish cuisine, blending culinary artistry with Salvador Dalí’s imaginative world. Featuring … Read more
Custom art is one of those luxuries, sometimes small and sometimes large, but always meaningful. BB Art’s custom, handmade bottles are often described as “the gift for the person who has everything.” Each bottle is a unique work of art, designed with a personal touch. Bianca Burrows, a mixed media artist based in Tampa, is the … Read more
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay hosted their annual “Taste of Kentucky” event at the Fuente Companies, in Tampa. This exclusive gathering invited attendees to don Derby attire and enjoy a curated selection of rare and exclusive bourbons paired with high-end cigars. Gourmet cuisines were provided by Ocean Prime and 4 Rivers, and … Read more
News announcements from Pinellas County
Philanthropy is not simply about spontaneous generosity—it’s about creating lasting change. A change that reflects your personal values and makes a tangible difference. In 2024, our community demonstrated remarkable generosity, uniting to support those affected by devastating hurricanes. These challenges highlighted the importance of strategically planning philanthropic giving to address both immediate needs and unforeseen … Read more
A study comparing major insurance company preventive care offerings to competing offerings. Health insurance premium costs have increased an average of 31% over the past five years. This significant price increase has prompted companies to develop a range of new care delivery models, focused on reducing the visit costs. To illustrate this point, this analysis … Read more
