2026 Celebrating Women in Sports Award Winners Announced
The Greater Orlando Sports Commission (GO Sports) has announced the five award winners that will be honored during the 2026 Celebrating Women in Sports Luncheon & Auction presented by Orlando Health Jewett Orthopedic Institute. The 8th annual event will be hosted at UCF’s Addition Financial Arena on Wednesday, September 16 at 11:00am. The luncheon will recognize the honorees across three categories: Damu Cherry-Mitchell of Star Athletics LLC, Pennie Parker of Rollins College Athletics, and Audra Romao
Orlando Magic Making a Huge Impact Off the Court During MLK Week of Service
In July 2006, just about 20 years ago, the Orlando Magic launched a new program designed to encourage team staff to engage in community service. The goal, at the time, was for Magic employees to collectively do 2,000 hours of service that upcoming season. Well, they exceeded that mark, tracking over 3,800 hours during the 2006-07 season. Clearly, this Magic Volunteer Program – or MVP for short – was a big hit. The opportunity to give back to their neighbors meant a great deal to the staff. Since
Walt Disney World Creates Holiday Magic for Florida
Walt Disney World is creating happiness for Florida kids and families this holiday season. Here's what we've been up to 25,000 Toys Delivered to Central Florida Kids & Families Cast and guests came together for the Disney Ultimate Toy Drive, donating more than 25,000 toys to families in need across Central Florida. Stitch even joined in and helped Disney VoluntEARS sort through donations for the Marine Toys for Tots Program … he’s hoping this will get him on Santa’s “nice list.” "We would not
Central Fla Orgs Unite To Ensure Kids Are Fed Over Holidays
As the holiday season approaches and school cafeterias prepare to turn off their lights, community partners across Central Florida are coming together to make sure one thing never turns off: a child’s access to a warm, reliable meal. Together, AdventHealth, Orlando Magic and Florida Citrus Sports are providing grants to schools across Orange, Osceola and Seminole counties to provide meals to the nearly 200,000 students who rely on free and reduced lunch. These grants will help ensure children have
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EXIT Global Realty Appoints Andrea Patenaude as Director of Community Impact
EXIT Global Realty is proud to announce the appointment of Andrea Patenaude as the company’s first-ever Director of Community Impact, a volunteer leadership position dedicated to coordinating charitable efforts throughout the Central Florida region. Andrea, an agent known for her compassionate spirit and hands-on service, will lead initiatives that connect real estate professionals with meaningful ways to give back. Her appointment exemplifies the EXIT Global Realty commitment to community-driven
