February 2025 Newsletter Content

Dear members and friends:

We are at an exciting part of Season 8, nearing the end of our membership campaign and beginning the process of determining our Impact Grant Finalists. Our membership count determines the number of Impact Grants we will award. For every 100 members, we make a $100,000 grant. Last year, it was four and we will certainly match that this year, bringing us to more than $2.2 million dollars in grants in eight short years. 

How many finalists will there be? You will see in this newsletter that nine projects have been advanced to the semifinalist stage, based on the hard work of our Grants Committee and their evaluation of 31 Letters of Intent. Congratulations to all the semifinalists, who have been invited to submit full applications. The committee will evaluate those applications, conduct site visits and meet to discuss their findings. Everyone is so excited, especially since we have two or more proposals spanning all five of our focus areas for grant-making.

Our Membership Committee and Member Engagement Committees have been hard at work, hosting Meet & Mingles, See Your Impact events, facilitating Impactful Conversations, and hosting the Culture Club and other fun events, all designed to enrich your membership experience and make it easy to invite your friends to join. If you haven’t renewed, now is the time! If you have been meaning to invite a friend to join, this is “last call”.

Finally, I would like to give a big shout-out to the Communications Committee for the great work they do in helping us tell our story. From the newsletter, to the website, to our event invitations and social media posts, they help spread the word amongst our membership and create awareness throughout the community that we are making an impact in Martin County!

I hope you are planning to join us on April 9^th for the Grant Awards Celebration. I can’t wait to see you there!

With gratitude for your generosity no matter the form it takes,

Maureen Cotter, President

Impact100 Martin Grants Committee members have been working diligently to evaluate the Letters of Intent. We are proud to announce the nine semifinalists who have been invited to submit a full application for an Impact Grant.

What’s next for our committee?

During the month of March, we will be attending on-site visits and reviewing full applications and detailed budgets to fully explore these projects/programs. Once attaining this knowledge, the committee meets to identify the finalists who will present their project/programs to the Impact100 Martin membership on April 9th at the Grant Award Celebration.

Please mark your calendars for this exciting culmination to the 8th year of grant making for our community!

Much thanks to our committee members and the Community Foundation of Martin-St. Lucie for their dedication progressing through the grant cycle process.

Join us for the 8th Annual Impact100 Martin Grant Awards Celebration on April 9, 2025!

This inspiring evening will bring together our members, nonprofit finalists, and community leaders as we award transformational grants to organizations making a lasting impact in Martin County. As an Impact100 Martin member, your voice matters! Don’t miss this opportunity to cast your vote and help select our 2025 Grant Recipients.

Mark your calendars and register today. Together, we make a difference!

Wednesday, April 9, 2025

4 p.m.-7 p.m.

Temple Beit HaYam in Stuart

$30 for members, $35 for non-members

Thank You Breakfast for Impact100 at

Tykes & Teens Walk-in Assessment Center Open House

On January 31, Impact100 Martin members experienced firsthand the profound impact of their giving at Tykes & Teens' Walk-In Assessment Clinic. More than 30 members witnessed how their collective generosity is transforming lives. Click Here for a message from Tykes & Teens

 AN ANONYMOUS RESPONSE TO HOW OUR WALK IN IMPACTED ONE OF OUR CLIENTS: 

“Before our initial intake appt, my child was not willing to discuss anything with anyone. They agreed to starting therapy after the clinician explained they could help and if my child doesn’t like it, they can stop at any time. My child is willing to try to talk about their trauma thanks to Tykes & Teens.” 

Jessica’s Story 

When Jessica, a quiet and gentle 10-year-old, moved to Florida after her parents’ divorce, her whole world felt like it was falling apart. She didn’t know anyone at her new school, and instead of making friends, she found herself alone and targeted by bullies. Without familiar faces around her, and struggling to adapt to her new life, Jessica’s heart grew heavy with loneliness. The days became a blur of sleepless nights, constant tears, and growing anxiety until her despair felt too deep to bear. Her mother, desperate to help, took her to the Emergency Department, hoping for some relief, but the chaotic atmosphere only added to Jessica’s fear and stress. Click here to read Jessica's full story and read other stories like hers

View Tykes & Teens Annual Report

Click Here for Ribbon Cutting Photos

As of February 1st, we have 366 Members. Last year we had 422 total for the year. Of course we want to get to at least last year’s number of 422, but our BIG, BIG goal is to get to 500 so that we can give away FIVE $100,000 grants!

The race to get to 500 Members is in its final stages! Wouldn’t it be nice to be able to AWARD FIVE $100,000 grants on April 9, 2025 instead of FOUR?

Our membership deadline is February 28 so we have 22 days to get in all New and Renewed Members…and with over 100 members from last year who haven’t renewed yet, we should be able to achieve our goal of 500!!

The Community Captains in all of the communities including Pipers Landing, Stuart, Mariner Sands, Harbour Ridge, Willoughby, Sewall’s Point, IRP, Jensen Beach, Monarch, Yacht and Country Club, Sailfish Point, Soundings Yacht and CC, Small Biz, Martin Downs CC, and Sandhill Cove are working so hard to get in their renewals and recruit new members. The work they are doing is tremendous.

YOU can help out your dedicated Community Captains!

How?



If you have friends who still might be convinced to join Impact100 Martin for this giving Season 8, 2024-2025, please invite them to an upcoming Impact100 Martin Member Engagement Event or an upcoming Meet & Mingle. Our Community Captain hosted Meet & Mingles are a personal, intimate, convincing way to share our story with prospective new members. 

You can bring a prospective member to any of these

Meet & Mingles coming up in February:

Tuesday February 11^th 4:30pm

Small BIZ at Twinkles Boutique

Missy Campbell 772-285-6536

Thursday February 13^th

4:30pm in Windstone

Jenny Guerin 954-649-4403

Wednesday February 19th 4:30pm

In Harbour Ridge

Judy Zanchi 678-231-6511

Thursday February 20 4:30pm

Happy Hour at Colab Kitchen

Debbie Adams 214-683-1702

Wednesday February 26^th

4:30pm Pipers Landing

Mauren Knup 203-733-6308

Please send us an email at communitycaptain@impact100martin.org if you would like to set up a Meet & Mingle.

Welcome to our New Members:

Referrals - Thank you to these ladies for finding their +1!

Allison Warren, CT Coover, Judy Zanchi, Sarah Murphy, Nancy Hurley, Barbara Wahle, Sarah Watterndorf , Ann Barwig, Elaine Armstrong, Deb George, Sharon McGavock, Maureen Knup, Nadia Serenyi, Lynne Dowling, Sara Hamilton, Gen Lagratta and Roseann Wolcott.

A special thank you to our Community Captains and Membership Committee for their hard work. Please say thank you if you see them around. It takes a village and we are so grateful for your spirit of volunteerism!

Your Membership Co-chairs,

Judy Zanchi & Ann Barwig

Don't forget to think of your +1 and get them to Join Now!

For any Membership questions, please contact Judy Zanchi or Ann Barwig at

communitycaptain@impact100martin.org 

Click here to Join or Renew your Membership

After seven years as a dedicated volunteer and Board Member, Tammy embraced her dream job as Executive Director of The Children’s Museum of the Treasure Coast in 2009. Reflecting on the opportunity, she shares, "It was fate—at a time when I needed balance, I was given the opportunity of a lifetime. I’m incredibly lucky to love what I do and to be surrounded by an amazing team."



Beyond the museum, Tammy has served as a volunteer and Board Member for organizations including Tykes & Teens, AFP Treasure Coast, the Tourism Development Council, P.E.O. Reciprocity, Leadership Martin County, and the Junior League. In 2024, she joined Impact100 Martin and is enjoying her role on the Communications Team. Her greatest wish is for all nonprofits to collaborate, creating a brighter and more dynamic community together.

Impactful Conversations

Our Environment, Preservation & Recreation

Thursday, February 13, 2025, 11:00am – 1:00pm

We are thrilled to invite you to join us and hear three of the most influential, dynamic, and passionate experts who will share their vast knowledge about the incredible environmental and preservation initiatives and outdoor recreational opportunities in Martin County. 

• Vincent Encomio- Florida Sea Grant Extension Agent, University of Florida IFAS Extension 
• John Maehl- Environmental Resource Administrator, Martin County Board of Commissioners
• Kevin Kirwin- Deputy Director, Martin County Parks and Recreation 

Martin County is an amazing place to call home. We can boast of having over 100,000 acres of parks and preserves. Martin County manages over 35,000 acres of environmentally sensitive land, and through the Martin County Forever plan approved by voters, we will be protecting another 46,000 acres of new parks and preserves. 

With this opportunity comes a community-wide commitment to protecting our water quality, natural resources, wildlife habitats, and recreation for residents of all ages and abilities to enjoy the life-enhancing benefits of nature and the outdoors. 

Please join us as Vincent Encomio, John Mahle, and Kevin Kirwin discuss the innovative work being done in Martin County to protect our unique environment and provide unique recreational experiences to residents and visitors. Through the Explore Natural Martin program, we will also hear about artificial reef deployment and Guided Ecotourism programs. There’s so much to learn about Martin County! 

There will be time for networking and questions.

Cost: $15 for boxed lunch on the deck

Hosted by Roseann Wolcott and Lorraine Bradley

at Frances Langford Dockside Pavilion at Indian Riverside Park

1707 NE Indian River Drive

Jensen Beach, FL 34957

Featured Event: 500 Strong Sprint - Happy Hour/ +1 Event

Register now for this special collaboration

Thursday, February 20, 2025, 4:30pm - 6:30pm

It's no secret that we are on our way to 500 Impact100 Martin members. Let's invite our friends, neighbors, and acquaintances to this special event. We want to ensure that every new and renewing member for Season 8 has their vote on April 9 at the Grant Awards Celebration. (membership required as of 2/28 for Season 8 voting privilege)

Let's make this our most impactful year yet!

See you at Colab Kitchen - please RSVP no later than 9pm on Tues, Feb 18

This is a cash bar event.

Colab Kitchen, 100 SE M.L.K. Jr Blvd, Stuart

Hosted by your Membership Committee Co-Chairs and Member Engagement Committee Co-Chairs

Review the calendar of events and engage at one of many opportunities to connect with Members and guests to make your impact, create an experience, and have some fun!

Note: Registration is required for all events and typically opens two months in advance.

Impactful Conversations - Our Environment, Preservation, & Recreation

Thursday, February 13, 11:00am-1:00pm

Frances Langford Dockside Pavilion at Indian Riverside Park

Welcome Circle: Your Gateway to Impact100 Martin Member Orientation

Tuesday, February 18, 5:00pm-6:00pm

Virtual Event - Link provided to those registered by 3:00pm, February 17

500 Strong Sprint - Happy Hour / +1 Event

Thursday, February 20, 4:30pm-6:30pm

Colab Kitchen

Golfing Fun at the Hitting Bays

Thursday, March 6, 6:00pm-8:00pm

Sailfish Sands

Welcome Circle: Your Gateway to Impact100 Martin Member Orientation

Tuesday, March 18, 5:00pm-6:00pm

Virtual Event - Link provided to those registered by 3:00pm, March 17

Social Hour

Thursday, March 27, 4:00pm-6:00pm

Colab Kitchen

Season 8 Grant Awards Celebration

Wednesday, April 9, 2025, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Temple Beit HaYam 

Impact Book Club: The House is on Fire by Rachel Beanland

Monday, May 5, 2025, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Stuart

Allison has always been driven by a desire to serve the public. After settling into this area, she found that calling when she joined Palm City Eye Care in 2019. In just five years, she has been instrumental in helping the practice triple in size, thanks to her unwavering belief in Dr. Davis' vision for a small-town atmosphere paired with professionalism and innovation. The practice's motto, “Seeing our community as neighbors, treating our patients like family,” reflects this philosophy and has become the foundation of their success.

Some of the non profits in the area for which the practice regularly volunteers their time and resources are The Children’s Museum, Cayuga Centers and The Humane Society of the Treasure Coast. Palm City Eye Care is able to access these and other deserving channels, in part due to their membership in the Young Professionals of Martin County, the Palm City Chamber of Commerce, the Business Associates of Martin and The Stuart Sunrise Rotary Club.

Palm City Eye Care offers a range of specialized services, from board-certified optometrists to advanced in-house procedures, all while maintaining a personalized, intimate approach that makes each patient feel like part of the family. The practice’s attention to detail and dedication to providing the highest quality of care has earned Palm City Eye Care a reputation as a cornerstone of the local healthcare community. A reputation which Dr. Davis takes great pride in.

It is our hope that our sponsorship of Impact100 Martin will continue to be a positive driving force for change in the lives of our fellow community members.

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