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fundraiSing event from page 1 Tyson Mutchler took the championship belt and About The Arc Of Palm Beach County
bragging rights. Participants relied on social media and The Arc is changing the conversation around disabilities
relying on us every day,” stated Kimberly McCarten, president personal outreach to achieve lofty fundraising goals. by defying definitions, inspiring possibilities, and improving
and CEO of The Arc of Palm Beach County. “These modern WILD Wednesday sponsors, including Pratt & Whitney the lives of the people we serve, their families, and our
challenges pushed us outside of our comfort zone to create and the Gehring Group, assisted The Arc in surpassing community. Since 1958, The Arc has envisioned a community
compelling ways to generate essential donations, and it paid off their largest WILD Pants fundraising goal to date, helping where every person feels welcome, connected, and accepted.
– literally. We are grateful for the community’s generous response individuals with disabilities live their fullest lives.
to provide continued support to clients and their families.” Photos by Tracey Benson Photography

Cathy Law Jessica McCarten Frank Cooney Tyson and Ender Mutchler Kurt Gehring, Jessica Gehring

Be My Virtual Valentine!

2021 Connections Virtual Gala “Hearts & Hands” Today And Into The Future

Feb. 13 the lives of so many families in our community. Gift Box sent to their home. Please R.S.V.P. to receive your
Connections Education Center of the Palm Beaches will Guests, both young and young-at-heart, will be treated to private virtual event link. Call (561) 328-6044 or email events@
host its annual fundraising event “Hearts & Hands”- Today entertainment by Karl Koppertop, a popular magician during the connectedpb.com. To learn more about this event and/or
and Into the Future virtually this year on Feb. 13 at 7 p.m. night’s festivities. There will also be a special video presentation. sponsorship opportunities visit www.connectedpb.com.
This gala celebrates the students at Connections and raises much It will feature how our programs and supporters have affected “The funds raised at this event are needed more than ever,”
needed funds to continue to provide the highest quality programs the lives of our families. said Debra Johnson, CEO/principal of Connections Education
to individuals with autism spectrum disorder and related A special part of the evening’s virtual program will be the Center of the Palm Beaches. “Your donation will help with the
disabilities. The COVID-19 pandemic has negatively affected recognition of outstanding members of the community who many programs and services we provide to our students and
students of Connections and has exposed the vulnerability of the graciously give of their time, talents and treasures to benefit the families. With only 70 percent of education costs provided
school’s families to meet basic survival needs including food, families of Connections. The Champion of Children Award will through state and federal sources, we rely on our generous
clothing, housing, and connectivity. be given to three remarkable honorees: Bruce Qvale and The friends to fund the gap. Your donations directly support a
Honorary cochairs of the event are Carol Kaufman, Kathy Qvale Auto Group, Irwin and Frances Edenzon, and Pamela specially trained and uniquely qualified team of teachers,
Edenzon and Aura Ortiz. Michael Williams, news anchor at Ludwick. therapists, fitness specialists and medical professionals to
WPTV News Channel 5 will serve as master of ceremonies and Tickets to the virtual “Hearts & Hands” Gala are $25 and maximize each child’s potential through an individual, evidence-
share with guests the important work Connections is doing for with a $50 donation/ticket, guests will also receive a Valentine’s based educational program that builds academic, social and
vocational skills.”
About Connections Education Center Of The Palm Beaches
Singer iSland TreaSureS a growing, ongoing waiting list for parents eager to join the
Connections Education Center of the Palm Beaches has
school’s state of the art techniques and warm, family-centered,
supportive environment. In addition to its elementary, middle-
and high school-aged curriculum – aligned strictly with state
standards and the Florida state standards access points –
Connections Education Center of the Palm Beaches offers a
nurturing, stimulating aftercare program; an exclusive water
safety aquatics program, and a vocational, workforce program
armed with strong community business partners opening
doors to help prepare its young adult students with real-world
experiences, for life after graduation.
To learn more about Connections Education Center of the
Palm Beaches, and/or make a donation, please call (561) 328-
6044, or visit www.connectedpb.com.

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