Duke Energy Foundation Awards $50,000 To Organizations Honoring And Supporting Florida Veterans
As Memorial Day approaches, the Duke Energy Foundation is awarding $50,000 to five nonprofit organizations honoring and supporting Florida veterans. These grants – part of the Foundation’s America250 initiative – will primarily help provide former service members with valuable job readiness skills, resources and connections as they transition to civilian life. Our view:Melissa Seixas, Duke Energy Florida state president: “At Duke Energy, we have a long history of providing career opportunities for
Orlando Magic’s Historic Off-the-Court Impact This Season Builds on Long Legacy of Assisting Central Florida Community
On the court, the Orlando Magic just wrapped up their season. Off the court, the work never stops. As they’ve done over the course of their 37-year history, the Magic delivered a number of legendary moments throughout Central Florida over the course of their 2025-26 campaign by raising and distributing millions of dollars and engaging in community related programming that impacted more than100,000 kids. Each year, the Magic give more than $2 million to Central Florida by way of sponsorships of events,
Go Sports Announces Date And Opens Nominations For 2026 Sportys
ORLANDO, Fla. (March 12, 2026) – The Greater Orlando Sports Commission (GO Sports) has opened nominations and announced the date for the 2026 SPORTYS awards. With Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute returning as the presenting sponsor, the 2026 SPORTYS: Greater Orlando’s Night of Champions will be streamed on WKMG-TV’s website ClickOrlando.com and News 6+ streaming channel on Wednesday, June 17 at 7:00 p.m. EST. A live watch party and Sports Industry Reception will take place that evening in
Heart of Florida United Way Invests $1 Million to Expand Student and Community Services at Seminole State College
Heart of Florida United Way (HFUW) and Seminole State College (SSC) of Florida celebrated the grand opening of the Seminole State College Heart of Florida United Way Raider C.A.R.E. (Community Assistance for Resources and Education) Village on the College’s Sanford/Lake Mary Campus, marking a major milestone in a broader $1 million investment by Heart of Florida United Way to strengthen student success and economic mobility in Seminole County. "This investment represents Heart of Florida United
FAIRWINDS Foundation Announces Recipients of 2026 Grants
FAIRWINDS Foundation, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) that serves as the philanthropic arm of FAIRWINDS Credit Union, continues its commitment to strategic, mission-driven giving by investing $500,000 for the second consecutive year. Since 2018, the Foundation has invested more than $2.5 million in initiatives focused on financial well-being. The announcement was made today during a celebratory grant reception held at Full Sail Live, bringing together nonprofit partners, community leaders, and FAIRWINDS Credit
Greater Orlando Sports Commission Board Of Directors Grows To 153 Members
ORLANDO, Fla. (January 22, 2026) – The Greater Orlando Sports Commission (GO Sports) has announced 29 incoming members to its Executive and Advisory Board of Directors, bringing the total to 153 board members. Incoming members will provide leadership and play a vital role in supporting GO Sports as the organization continues to foster collaboration on innovative ideas and advance its mission of bringing a dynamic calendar of sporting events to Central Florida. This team will offer strategic vision, expert
FAIRWINDS Credit Union Raises $150,000 in 2025 Annual Give Generously Campaign
FAIRWINDS Credit Union announced Friday the total amount raised during its annual employee Give Generously Campaign at a reception honoring its non-profit partner recipients and employees. Each year FAIRWINDS hosts an employee fundraising campaign to benefit local non-profit organizations in the community. This year, employees pledged $75,000 during the two-week campaign with a $75,000 match from FAIRWINDS totaling $150,000. “The generosity of our crewmembers continues to inspire,” said Adrian





