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Clearwater MLK Center Coalition: Saving the Community’s Historic Heartbeat
North Greenwood residents formed the Clearwater Martin Luther King Jr. Neighborhood Center Coalition to spearhead salvation efforts for the Historic Clearwater MLK Center. Pinellas County Schools leased the building to the Coalition for $1 per year until they could secure funds and renovate the facility.
Foresight in Venture Philanthropy
An anonymous donor determined to make a difference in underserved markets in our community worked with PCF to design a fund that supports newly formed, mission-driven nonprofits with low annual budgets.
PCF Welcomes Leigh Davis to the Family
Pinellas Community Foundation welcomes Leigh Davis as the new Director of Donor and Advisor Relations. Leigh will assist in advancing the PCF mission to ensure charitable nonprofits in Pinellas County can continue their work to build a brighter future for every resident.
Clearwater MLK Center Becomes Heart of Community
North Greenwood residents fight to keep the Clearwater MLK Community Center open as the heart of the neighborhood.
Clearwater MLK Center History
Since 1974 the Clearwater MLK Center located at 1202 Douglas Ave. has given the neighborhood a place to commune, learn, play, and celebrate.
Creativity Sustains My Sistah’s Place, Golden Generations
Golden Generations program participants shop for seniors during the pandemic to keep the program going and help our most vulnerable citizens.
Serving the Black Community, He Never Forgot
The Advantage Village Academy staff provides boxes of fresh produce, eggs, and other proteins for the week at the drive-thru pantry.
Philanthropy At Work, Making Dreams Come True
Danijela Janjic was ecstatic when she received her acceptance letter to the University of Florida in 2006. A college degree was her American dream. However, when she realized the acceptance required her to start in the summer term, she wasn’t sure if she would...
John Taylor Gives To Set Example
John Taylor’s civic-minded parents have inspired him to make charitable gifts to his community by supporting Oldsmar Cares and other nonprofits.
Bruce McManus Inspires Philanthropy
Learn how professional advisors, like 2020 PCF Inspire Award Champion Bruce McManus, encourage philanthropy and inspire local residents and business people to invest in the future of Pinellas County.