CareerSource: Where talent meets opportunity

By John Flanagan, CEO of CareerSource of Tampa Bay Everywhere you look, there are signs that the Tampa Bay market is having a major moment with national attention focused on us. Our sports teams are bringing home trophies, the real estate market is inundated with people from all over the country wanting to move here, … Read more

Giving guide: How to set your family’s philanthropy strategy

By Sheila Kinman, Community Foundation of Tampa Bay Giving together is a great way for families to share their interests, and values, while making a positive impact in the community. Involving children in giving — even at very modest levels — shares the joy of giving and teaches the importance of becoming contributing, and involved, … Read more

Exclusive: Think Big for Kids to expand to new metros in the U.S.

Think Big for Kids, a non-profit organization that helps underprivileged youth discover their untapped potential by providing opportunities for career exploration, mentorship and skills development, will expand into the Atlanta, Chicago and Dallas markets. The organization was developed, in 2016, by tech entrepreneur, and former Tribridge CEO, Tony DiBenedetto – after working with teens at … Read more

Rhea Law recommended as interim USF president

Will Weatherford, chair of the board of trustees for the University of South Florida, has recommended Rhea Law as interim president for the college. Law is was previously Of Counsel for Buchanan, Ingersoll & Rooney and has a long resume of service, both in business and the community in Tampa Bay. She was president, CEO … Read more

Mike Evans Family Foundation launches ’13 Pillars of Strength’ campaign

The Mike Evans Family Foundation has launched the “13 Pillars of Strength” campaign to 13 people, throughout the Tampa Bay area, who have overcome adversity and made a difference in their communities. Starting in September, the foundation will share a story about an individual who has made a difference spanning 13 weeks, meanwhile raising money … Read more

Here to help: The Kind Mouse is on a mission to help families with food insecurity

Gina Wilkins knows sometimes small acts of kindness reap the biggest rewards. In 2012, Wilkins’ work as a self-employed, certified, architectural draftsman was hit hard by the recession. But it was nothing compared to the struggles faced by her friends in the business, the contractors and craftsmen she interacted with daily. As she explains, “A … Read more

Advancing Racial Equity on Nonprofit Boards Fellowship extends nomination period

The Advancing Racial Equity on Nonprofit Boards Fellowship has extended its nomination period until June 20. The fellowship is accepting nominations for Black or Latinx mid-level members of organizations to participate in the inaugural Advancing Racial Equity on Nonprofit Boards (ARENB) Fellowship. The program was created by Brian Butler, president and CEO of Vistra Communications, … Read more

MarineMax donated its fourth Habitat for Humanity home to a local family

For the fourth year in a row, MarineMax partnered with Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas and West Pasco County to present a deserving Tampa Bay area family a new home in Pinellas Park. On the morning of June 15, 2021, the family arrived at their new home. As an added surprise, Warrick Dunn Charities, Aaron’s … Read more

The Dental Boutique offers a sleek office, swanky amenities and a mission

Walk into the newly opened Dental Boutique in Westchase and get ready to experience the next level in dentistry. Andrew Vallo’s community-focused ethos brings dentistry into the 21st century of service with thoughtful amenities and detailed extras. As Vallo recently explained, “For years, and years, people looked at going to the dentist as awkward or … Read more