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JFCS of the Suncoast launches BeyondMe
New young philanthropists society aims to engage 21-45 years olds
Photo (L to R): Alexandra Whipple, JFCS Creative Director; Stephen Fancher, JFCS VP of Major Gifts; Laura McManus-Mesia, Chief Development Officer; Bart Lowther, Financial Advisor; Carly Evans, JFCS Events Manager; Heidi Brown, JFCS CEO; and Madison Spahn, Business Manager - Key Chorale gather together at the BeyondMe kick off event at Michael’s on East.
A new, transformative initiative led by JFCS of the Suncoast to engage young professionals in creative philanthropy, BeyondMe, was met with open arms and minds at the recent kick-off party on July 16, 2018.
Held at Michael’s on East, more than 285 21-45 year old professionals attended the BeyondMe debut, where they learned about this “platform for good” and collaborative effort with other local non-profits. This new entry-into-philanthropy program aims to broaden awareness of the numerous charities and opportunities with the goal of fostering volunteerism and inspiring these individuals to become change makers in the community.
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“Our goal is that by educating and engaging the younger generation about what different charities do, they will become donors and supporters of the organizations that resonated with them through this program,” said Laura McManus-Mesia, chief development officer for JFCS. “It goes beyond writing the check, it’s about helping the next generation find their passion for doing good.”
Interested individuals currently have seven different volunteer opportunities available to them through BeyondMe partner non-profits, including JFCS, All Faiths Food Bank, The Patterson Foundation and Selah Freedom.
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For more information about BeyondMe, please contact Stephen Fancher at 941-366-2224 x 142.
About JFCS
Founded in 1985, JFCS is a fully accredited, community-based social service, non-profit organization serving Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte, Collier, Lee and DeSoto counties in Florida, with the goal of empowering people to lead healthy, happy and sustainable lives. JFCS serves more than 29,000 individuals each year through counseling, prevention, intervention, outreach, case management, basic life necessities, financial aid and life skills education programs on a secular, non-denominational basis. Its seven key focal areas include Youth, Seniors, Cancer Support, Jewish Healing, Counseling, Veterans and Families. For more information, visit www.jfcs-cares.org or call 941.366.2224.
