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CharitY nEws

BallenIsles Charities Foundation

Awarded Grants Of $5.7 Million

In light of recent events leaving many with unforeseen to pay for their futures with time, sweat equity and money.” our neighbors nearby,” said Mark Freeman, president. The
challenges, one local organization has continued to Additionally, during the summer of 2020 the BallenIsles foundation accepted grant requests from 95 amazing local
provide assistance to those in need. Established in 2011, Charities Foundation, BallenIsles Country Club and the nonprofit organizations that provide essential services,
The BallenIsles Charities Foundation’s goal has always South Florida PGA provided 350 meals per week, for six vetted each submission, evaluating the organization, the
been making a difference in the local Palm Beach Gardens weeks to healthcare providers working on the front lines of need served, the amount and realism of the request, and
community, with its impact largely growing each year. COVID-19 at Palm Beach Gardens Medical Center. the capacity to deliver. Needless to say, stewardship of the
This year an astonishing $1,129,000 in grants were Making A Difference In 2021/22 members’ donations is taken very seriously, which made this
awarded to 52 nonprofit organizations, totaling over $5.7 “When times looked bleak indeed, as the pandemic year so unbelievable!
million since inception. raged and people struggled, our community stepped up
in an unimaginably big way to extend a helping hand to Charity News on page 16

La Posada Offers Award-Winning

Lifestyle For Residents Looking For A

Luxurious And Enriching Living Solution

For alm ost t wo
decades, La Posada, a
Kisco Senior Living
BallenIsles Charities Foundation with Pediatric Oncology community, has touched
Support Team the lives of many,
including those who live
and work at the senior
living community. There
is an immense sense of
pride and success in how
the community serves
one another shared by all.
This pride is displayed La Posada offers breathtaking views year-round with lush landscapes and winding canals
daily, with residents and
staff alike encouraged to look back and celebrate the Another area where La Posada’s commitment to service
successes that made La Posada what it is today. can been seen is through safety and security. Both have
Located in the heart of Palm Beach Gardens, La Posada always been an integral aspect of La Posada’s philosophy,
offers full-service senior living that affords an enriched and the community’s team members are trained to ensure
lifestyle. With a unique approach and a philosophy that all the worry is taken out of living an independent
BallenIsles Charities Foundation with Boys and Girls Club centered on giving residents peace of mind, the community lifestyle. At all levels, trust and transparency are key
of Palm Beach County focuses on providing components of providing residents and their loved ones
residents with five- with confidence. La Posada continues to proactively
The Foundation’s Mission star service in all prepare, plan, and protect against outside threats to ongoing
The mission of BallenIsles Charities Foundation is to areas. As a resort- service delivery. The community follows best-in-class
render financial and in-kind support to civic and not-for- style community, protocols and continues to set the standard for keeping its
profit organizations within Palm Beach County that provide residents have residents and associates comfortably safe and sound.
programs and services in the following broad categories – access to a variety of “La Posada is dedicated to ensuring that community is
civic, health and human services, environment, and education amenities, including engrained in everything we do to enable a vibrant lifestyle
– designed to assist, encourage, and promote the well-being chef-prepared meals, for all of our residents,” said Brad Cadiere, executive
of the residents and the communities in which they are concierge services, director of La Posada. “Our community is a place where
located. Created by BallenIsles members, the community state-of-the-art wellness programs and so much more. everyone is welcomed and celebrated for who they are.
maintains this mission by aiding even more in need each “At La Posada we have a reputation for excellence and We view each day as an opportunity to serve one another
year—with 2022 being no exception. quality service, and that’s a badge of honor we take great and provide invigorating lifestyles. But most importantly,
A Storied History pride in,” Brad Cadiere, executive director at La Posada. we are dedicated to creating a welcoming environment
Only 11 years ago, the launch of The BallenIsles Charities “One thing that sets us apart is the strength of our staff and that makes La Posada not just somewhere to live, but also
Foundation underscored a commitment to those civic and their tenure, with several of our executive staff having more to call home.”
tax-exempt organizations that make such a difference, not than a decade of experience at our community and over a
only to our residents, but to so many of our neighbors in the dozen staff members who have been here 15 plus years.”
surrounding cities, towns and communities within Palm Beach One of the most important elements of what makes La
County. Our donors recognized that by working together they Posada special is the senior living community’s commitment
could make a significant positive impact providing financial to serving others. As the community looks toward the future,
and in-kind support in a broad range of categories. plans are already underway for residents and associates
Through the years, the foundation has been fortunate to work together to continue supporting the community’s
to attract a growing number of donors and volunteers, neighbors and one another. This commitment to community
demonstrating the touching community within BallenIsles. is something that defines La Posada’s enriched lifestyle and
That has provided the opportunity for making a difference in one-of-a-kind total well-being programming.
new ways. In 2018 it made its first impact grant and provided Together, residents and associates at the community
the funding for the purchase of a 40-foot refrigerated truck have participated in a variety of “acts of kindness” to serve
which was acquired by Feed the Hungry Pantry, PBC. In a one another within the community, as well as La Posada’s
typical year, the truck will rescue well over one million pounds surrounding neighbors. The random acts have enabled the
of food to be provided to locals experiencing food scarcity. senior living community the ability to engage with nearby
In 2019, a Community Service Committee was established neighbors, as well as show gratitude to those who come Residents of La Posada enjoy a wide array of five-star
which promotes increased awareness of, and opportunities into the community for short stretches. services, including chef-prepared meals
for, community service and charity volunteerism within Palm “At La Posada, we encourage our residents to pursue
Beach County by members of BallenIsles. In November of their passions. Their kind hearts and grateful attitudes If you are interested in learning more about life at
2019, the BallenIsles Charities Foundation spent three days at inspire all of us to take time to think of others and reach La Posada, call today to schedule your personal
a Habitat for Humanity homesite with 125 of our BallenIsles out with helping hands,” said Cadiere. “Our hope is that If you are interested in learning more about life at
residents, and then returned in December for a gift wrapping through our random acts of kindness program, we will be tour and experience the award-winning lifestyle at La Posada, join us for a special event in partnership
for them. Our Community Service Committee organized a able to share a bit of the holiday spirit all year long. We La Posada yourself. Visit mylaposada.com or call with Keller Williams on April 19 at 2:00pm. During
Habitat for Humanity Donation Drive too, noting, “Our time have the opportunity to make a difference and to create a 561.475.3386 for more details. the event, attendees will experience the award-winning
and helping hands were a significant adjunct to their efforts. community that is welcoming and cares for everyone.” amenities and service that make La Posada special.
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