Emerald Coast Exchange Club

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Emerald Coast Exchange Club

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We meet at Corner Café 801 James Lee Rd, Fort Walton Beach, FL. Our meetings start at 6 pm on the Second and Fourth Thursday of each month. Come join US!!

Plan to arrive 15-30 min early to eat and socialize. What We Do~

Exchange Clubs enjoy a great deal of autonomy and a local club may offer service opportunities through a variety of projects and programs available through the National organization or may include some activities unique to the Emerald Coast Community. Examples of a few of these activities are:

AMERICANISM:

project GIVE A KID A FLAG TO WAVE~ Giving 3x5 American flgas to kids at parades, festivals or school assemblies. the FREEDOM SHRINE~ Displaying reproductions of historic documents relating to the creation of our great nation and the freedoms we enjoy. They may be found in schools, parks or other public places. PROUDLY WE HAIL~ Recognizing a local business who flies the flag every day with dignity and respect. ONE NATION UNDER GOD~ Sharing with others a belief that there truly is a higher power. COMMUNITY SERVICE:

Projects to recognize outstanding law enforcement officers and firefighters Including the Book of Golden Deeds, which honors selfless volunteers. YOUTH PROJECTS:

Youth of the Month/Year recognized high school students for their academic record and volunteer efforts. The ACE Award honors students who overcome personal or physical challenges to complete high school. Local winners are submitted for competition that could lead to a $10,000 scholarship on the national level. Other activities include Young Citizenship Awards to middle school students. CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION:

Clubs are encouraged to seek out local agencies that care for abused children and their families. Support may include providing holiday shopping trips, outings to the zoo or theme park or establishing a Child Abuse Prevention Center.

10/26/2026

✨ Exchange Club of Emerald Coast – Community Safety Spotlight ✨

At our 22 Oct mtg we had the privilege of hosting Ashley Bailey from the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office, who delivered an eye‑opening and highly relevant message on online scamming and cyber‑theft.

Ashley walked us through how modern‑day thieves have taken age‑old hustling and supercharged it with AI, stolen data, and the exploitation of official‑looking information. The result is scams that look shockingly real — and can fool even the most tech‑savvy among us.

She emphasized several fundamentals that every family should keep front‑of‑mind:

- Law enforcement and government agencies will NEVER call or text you out of the blue claiming there’s a warrant for your arrest.
- If you receive a message from a bank or credit card company, don’t click anything — call them directly using the number you already know.
- Web links and QR codes can be dangerous. Always check for “https” security and watch for subtle misspellings or altered domain names.
- Urgency is a red flag. Scammers want you panicked so you act fast — don’t give them that advantage.

Ashley’s message was clear: awareness is protection, and staying alert is one of the strongest tools we have in today’s data‑rich, AI‑accelerated world.

We’re grateful for her expertise and her commitment to keeping our community informed and safe.

10/25/2026

Please pass along to those who are in need.

10/25/2026

💙💛 SERVICE IN ACTION — MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY! 💛💙

One Day. One Mission. A Stronger Tomorrow!

In celebration of the National Day of Service, members of the Exchange Club of Emerald Coast rolled up their sleeves and put service into action at The Lamb Center of the Emerald Coast!
Our volunteers spent the morning cleaning, organizing rooms, sorting supplies, and arranging shelves to help make this important community resource more efficient and welcoming for those it serves.

❤️ We were also honored to present Susan and Pete Peters, Directors of The Lamb Center, with a $500 donation in support of their incredible mission.

The Lamb Center provides food, clothing, laundry services, community resource referrals, and essential personal care items to individuals and families facing difficult circumstances. Their compassion and dedication make a meaningful difference in the lives of so many across our Emerald Coast community.

A heartfelt THANK YOU to our Exchange Club volunteers and to Susan, Pete, and The Lamb Center team for the opportunity to serve alongside them!

🌟 Together, we're building stronger communities and brighter tomorrows — one act of service at a time!
People • Service • Community

10/23/2026

Celebrating Our October Youth of the Month! 🎉

The Exchange Club of Emerald Coast is proud to recognize Jack Hanneken, Senior at Fort Walton Beach High School, as our very first Youth of the Month honoree for 2026-27 school year..

Jack stands out for his exceptional scholastic achievement, dedicated community service, active participation in sports, and natural leadership that inspires those around him.

Please join us in congratulating Jack for setting a shining example of character, commitment, and excellence. We’re excited to cheer him on as he continues to make a positive impact in our community. 🇺🇸

We are grateful for The Trophy Center FWB in continued support.of this recognition program 👏🏼

YouthOfTheMonth

10/20/2026

Join us as the Exchange Club of Emerald Coast proudly participates in Exchange National Day of Service! Alongside Exchange Clubs across the country, we are dedicating a day to making a difference in our community by serving at The Lamb Center of the Emerald Coast. Together, we are living our motto of People, Service, and Community while supporting an organization that provides hope and assistance to those in need. One day of service can help create a stronger, brighter tomorrow for everyone.

Date: Saturday, 24 October 2026
Time: 8am
Location: 120 Perry Avenue SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548

10/05/2026

What great time to be on the Emerald Coast... and a PERFECT time to be in the Emerald Coast Exchange Club 😎

09/26/2026

🔥🔋 Safe Charging is a Superpower! 🔋🔥

The Exchange Club of Emerald Coast was honored to welcome Division Chief and Fire Marshal Jennifer Arne of the Ocean City-Wright Fire Control District as our September 24 guest speaker. Her presentation, "Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging is a Superpower," delivered important reminders about the dangers of lithium-ion batteries and the everyday charging habits many of us take for granted.

Chief Arne shared memorable safety tips that will stick with us:

✈️ "On a flight, keep it in sight!"
🛏️ "Soft surface? Hard NO!"
🔌 "Cheap chargers, don't chance it!"

Her educator's talent for making safety messages easy to remember shined through and left a lasting impression on our members.

We also appreciated Chief Wagner joining us and sharing glowing accolades about Chief Arne's leadership and dedication to public safety. We couldn't agree more!

Thank you, Chief Arne, for helping keep our community safe, one charge at a time.

🚒🔥

09/17/2026

Our annual First Responder Dinner and blessing ceremony was a huge success. We fed 61 first responders and had 31 volunteers. The food was amazing thanks to Ty Smith.

The desserts were out of this world!

Thank you Cornerstone Church for your hospitality!

Thanks to all that participated!

09/15/2026

Final push to spread the word!

The Exchange Club of the Emerald Coast and Cornerstone Church of Fort Walton Beach are teaming up once again to host a First Responders Appreciation Dinner — a heartfelt evening dedicated to the men and women who protect, serve, and support our community every day.

📅 Tuesday, 16 September 2026
⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Cornerstone Church, 118 Perry Ave SE, Fort Walton Beach

All Okaloosa County First Responders — Police, Fire, EMS, Dispatch, Military, and Sheriff — are invited to join us for a warm meal, fellowship, and gratitude.

This event is completely free for all first responders.
Come dine in, take out, connect with your community, and let us say thank you for always answering the call.
💙 We appreciate you. We honor you. We stand with you!

09/13/2026

The Exchange Club of Emerald Coast extends our sincere gratitude to Dr. Paul Hsu, Amanda Negron, and the entire Team HSU HSU Educational Foundation for their steadfast support of our military, first responders, and veterans. The Heroes and Patriots Appreciation Day was an extraordinary reflection of your commitment to this community and the values we proudly share.

Our long friendship and professional collaborations have shown time and again how deeply you care about service, impact, and lifting others up. While the event was designed to honor our guests, it’s clear that the titles Hero and Patriot are also earned by both of you.

Thank you for your leadership, your heart for service, and the example you set every single day. Our community is stronger because of you. 🇺🇸💙

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Fort Walton Beach, FL
32547

Website

https://exchangecluboftheemeraldcoast.org/

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