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VOL. 25 NO. 7 www.seabreezepublications.com JULY 2023

Big Brothers Big Sisters Of Palm Beach

And Martin Counties Announce Awards And Scholarships

Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) of Palm Beach and The newly founded Florida Prepaid College Foundation
Martin Counties recently held their annual Big and Little Path to Prosperity Scholarship Program powered by FPL
Awards on Thursday, May 25, at the Manatee Lagoon. New offers high school students the opportunity to receive a two-
this year, scholarships were awarded powered by Florida year Florida College Plan Scholarship. Eligible students must
Power & Light (FPL). meet all the criteria, including being an active member in
Amidst trophies, plaques, videos, a grilled cheese the mentoring program through Big Brothers Big Sisters of
bar, and dessert, friends, family, and supporters gathered Palm Beach and Martin Counties.
to cheer the bonds between “bigs” and “littles” that After a short program, the honorees gave personal, heartfelt
steadfastly represents the nonprofit Big Brothers, Big accounts about the difference the program has meant to their
Sisters of Palm Beach and Martin Counties. The awards lives because of the “matches” and the life-mentor experiences
dinner was held to honor the successes of the BBBS enjoyed throughout the past year. Following the Big and
Littles and those who defend their potential. Little awards, Juliet Murphy Roulhac from FPL and Jeanni
The event was held at the Manatee Lagoon in Riviera Hawkins from Florida Prepaid College proudly announced the
Beach and set the stage for smiles, laughter, hugs, sentiment, 16 scholarship winners and presented them with an award.
and recognition for the Big and Little of the Year honorees Among the top awards for service and commitment to
and scholarship award recipients. Big Brothers Big Sisters Palm Beach and Martin Counties
“These awards celebrate critical relationships between in 2023 are:
mentors and youth. This year, FPL has provided these • Big Brother of the Year – Hank Henderson
amazing opportunities for Littles to continue their path • Little Brother of the Year – Damarius Green and laWanda
to success after high school,” said Yvette Flores Acevedo, Green
CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Palm Beach and Scholarship recipients, Jeanni Hawkins, top row: Yvette
Martin Counties. Flores Acevedo, Kate Cotner, Juliet Roulhac Big Brothers Big Sisters on page 3
Record-Breaking Funds Raised At The 22nd Annual Robert

F. Novins Memorial Golf Tournament And Reception

Twenty-two years ago, Carson Novins, owner of Carsons
Tavern in Stuart, and his family founded the Robert F.
Novins Memorial Golf Tournament and Reception in
honor of their late father. Each year they host this event
that mirrors their dad’s kind and generous nature.
Since 2013, Volunteers in Medicine (VIM) Clinic has
been the nonprofit beneficiary from this event. This has
resulted in raising over $1 million for VIM Clinic to
further their mission of “Giving the Gift of Health” to
Martin County neighbors in need.
This year was a record breaker! The 22nd Annual Robert
F. Novins Memorial Golf Tournament and Reception raised over

Record-Breaking Funds Raised on page 5 Putting contest with Joe
Check Your Voter Status!

The 2024 presidential • Primary Election – Aug. 20, 2024 any questions or concerns as we prepare for the upcoming
elections are just months away • General Election – Nov. 5, 2024 presidential election cycle.
for the state of Florida. Are Additionally, I would encourage all registered voters to Vicki Davis,
you ready to cast your votes take the time to make sure your voter information is up-to- Martin County Supervisor of Elections
in the three major elections date. Ask yourself these four simple, yet important questions:
scheduled for 2024? Is your • Has your address changed?
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Primary – March 19, 2024 and review your information. You can update your
voter information at www.
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or by calling the elections
office at (772) 288-5637 for
assistance.
As your Martin County
Supervisor of Elections,
I consider it an honor to
serve you. Please do not
hesitate to contact me with