November 27, 2024

Highlights from

Vinos at the Plaza: 2024 Wine Auction

‘Vinos at The Plaza’ Sets Records

Presented by Evensky & Katz/Foldes Wealth Management 

Hundreds of delighted wine lovers joined the Coral Gables Community Foundation on Friday, November 15th to bid on wine and spirits from the best private collections in South Florida at The Plaza Coral Gables, sponsored by Evensky & Katz/Foldes Wealth Management. This year's event was proudly led by Honorary Chairs Mayor Vince Lago & Olga Mari Lago.

Proceeds benefit the Community Foundation’s grantmaking to local nonprofits and awards of college scholarships for 2025 and beyond.

David Evensky & Michael Walsh pose with performers celebrating a successful event.

Guests explore the array of wine selections & eagerly place their bids.

Barbara Silverman, John Kozyak & Martha Valdez Fauli enjoy a fun-filled evening.

Xavier & Nataly Durana joined by Ray Corral, soak in the evening's philanthropic spirit.

Mayor Vince Lago, Vice Mayor Rhonda Anderson, Mary Snow & Michael Walsh having a great time at the event.

Matthew Meehan & Rod Hildebrant take center stage.

Thank you to our 2024 Wine Auction

Host Committee & Sponsors

Merrick Society & Rocks of the Community

The Community Foundation recognized the generosity of its Merrick Society donors, welcomed & celebrated its 2024 Rocks of the Community at a special reception last month.

The significant gifts made by our Rocks of the Community donors enhance the Foundation's ability to meet the growing needs of the community.

We celebrate & welcome our newest

Rocks of the Community:

Anthony R. Abraham Foundation

Sally Baumgartner

William A. Bonn & Ruben Ceballos

Jack & Natasha Lowell

Matthew Meehan & Rod Hildebrant

Lee J. Osaison

The Stamps Family

Alirio & Dorys Torrealba

Women in Philanthropy

For its second consecutive year, Women in Philanthropy will illustrate the diverse ways women are making a meaningful impact in society through philanthropy.

Panelists:

Kitty Dumas - Executive Director, Ryder Charitable Foundation

Emina Cunmulaj Nazarian - Honorary Consul of Albania to Florida & Founder of Emina's Hand Foundation

Ana VeigaMilton - Jose Milton Foundation

Maribel Perez Wadsworth - President & CEO, Knight Foundation

Generously hosted by:

The Royal Heritage of Tresor

A portion of proceeds from all purchases on 12/4/24 will benefit the Coral Gables Community Foundation's scholarship and grantmaking programs.

Shopping online, use code CGCF at checkout.

Save the Date:

Tour of Kitchens & Tropical Living 2025

Now in its 16th year, the Tour of Kitchens & Tropical Living is a self-guided tour of beautiful homes and kitchens in Coral Gables. Taking place on Saturday, February 8, 2025, the event draws 1,000 local affluent foodies and home-design enthusiasts from Coral Gables, and surrounding neighborhoods for an experience allowing guests to peek into beautiful private residences while indulging in bites and sips from local restaurants and spirits brands.

ANNUAL PARTNERS

The Coral Gables Community Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization.

The mission of the Coral Gables Community Foundation is to inspire impactful philanthropy through charitable funds and programs using local knowledge, expertise and trusted relationships.