Page 6 - Southern Exposure - February '22

Page 6, Southern Exposure

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The Gardens Mall Gifts Local Charities

Over The Holidays

Everyone likes cash as
a gift, and local charities
are no exception. The
Gardens Mall displayed
its commitment to the
community by serving as a
not-so-secret Santa, helping
to raise approximately
$22,000 for Palm Beach
County organizations
throughout the holiday
season.
“It’s been a challenging
time for a lot of people. 32nd Annual Musicthon
The mall has always been a
destination for entertainment Salvation Army Angel Tree The 32nd Annual Musicthon saw students from the Palm Kids’ Corner Holiday Shop
and recreation, but we also Beach County School District music program donate their time
want to offer respite and support,” said Whitney Pettis Jester, and collect pledges for the Make-A-Wish Foundation, with $1,000 for the Maltz Jupiter Theatre. Retailers donated a
Director of Marketing and Merchant Relations at The Gardens their efforts culminating in a performance extravaganza on portion of the day’s sales to the local theatre, while shoppers
Mall. “Our activities have been an inspiring way for the Dec. 18. Their combined work raised $5,870 for Make-A-Wish delighted in performances from its young performers, and
community to come together, have fun, and help each other.” to help fulfill the dreams of children with critical illnesses. The Victory Dolls.
The Gardens Mall offered several sources of fun and funds The Salvation Army Angel Tree was adorned with 468 The lively holiday season reinforced The Gardens Mall’s
during the holidays. The Kids’ Corner Holiday Shop helped angels, as shoppers helped fulfill the holiday wishes of more than 30-year commitment to local charities. This
children find presents for the special people in their lives, with underprivileged children throughout the season. The Salvation season’s generosity will be felt in the community throughout
all proceeds benefiting The Arc of Palm Beach County. The Army received $8,738.44 in cash donations and more than the new year.
endeavor raised $6,351.50 to help children and adults with 1,000 toys to distribute to kids in Palm Beach County.
developmental disabilities. A single day of shopping on Dec. 11 earned more than Photos courtesy of The Gardens Mall

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