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| Foundation Highlights |
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The City of Sunrise Foundation has been hard at work throughout the past year, raising funds for and awareness of non-profit organizations in the community. Our events have included: |
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| “Pick-A-Prize” Drawing |
| In January 2009, the Foundation held a pick-a-prize raffle at the BankAtlantic Center, with packages valued at a total of nearly $6,500. All prizes were donated, and all proceeds benefitted the Aging & Disability Resource Center of Broward County, and Family Central, Inc. |
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| Beatles Tribute Concert |
| The Foundation hosted a benefit concert in January 2009 at the Sunrise Civic Center Theatre. The standing-room-only crowd was treated to a performance by The Beatles Remembered – a tribute band that looks and sounds just like the Fab Four. |
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Grant Awards |
In April 2009, the Foundation’s Board of Directors met to discuss 41 applications for funding. A total of $140,000 was allocated to local not-for-profit agencies, including Daily Bread Food Bank, Kids in Distress, Coalition to End Homelessness, ARC Broward, and Senior Volunteer Services. |
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2009 Cocktail Reception |
In June 2009, the City of Sunrise Foundation celebrated its first anniversary with a Cocktail Reception & Silent Auction in the Grand Ballroom of the Sunrise Civic Center. |
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July 4th Celebration at the BankAtlantic Center |
In celebration of Independence Day, volunteers sold spirit bracelets at this community-wide event - with all proceeds benefitting the Foundation. |
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| "Summer Staycation" Drawing |
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In July 2009, participants entered to win one of four fabulous nearby getaways. All prizes were donated, and all proceeds benefitted the Foundation. |
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| “Dining Dozen” Drawing |
In August 2009, one lucky winner received a $50 gift certificate to each of 12 South Florida restaurants – for a total of $600 in memorable dining experiences. |
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| Word Up! Poetry Slam |
In October 2009, student poets delivered inspirational and original works that focused on such topics as education, charity and empowerment. Sherrika Mitchell of Piper High School took first prize. |
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| Fables and Fairytales: Storytelling by Jim Weiss |
| In November 2009, the Foundation hosted a performance by one of America’s favorite storytellers. Children attended in their pajamas, and cookies and milk were served. This event was made possible by a donation from IKEA Sunrise, and presented with the support of Kumon Learning Center - Plantation, Monkey Joe’s, Panera Bread, Publix and Sam’s Club. |
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Holiday Bowl |
In December 2009, Strikers Family Sports Center hosted a Foundation fundraiser attended by City of Sunrise staff. The best team won bragging rights – and the gutterball champ walked away with a trophy. |
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Thank you for participating in our efforts to improve the quality of life of Broward County residents. |
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