Great Charity Challenge

Great Charity Challenge Equestrians joining forces - $24 million distributed to 370 Palm Beach County Charities Save the Date!

At the heart of the Great Charity Challenge sponsored by Fidelity Investments® is a commitment to being impact-driven, transparent, inclusive, and community-focused. Our mission is to empower local nonprofits and drive meaningful change across Palm Beach County—while upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism. Founded in 2009, the Great Charity Challenge sponsored by Fidelity

Investments® (GCC) came forward as a way to increase funding to local non-profits, following the 2008 economic crisis, at a time when donations were scarce. In its first year, the event generated over $400,000, benefiting 24 local charities. Today, the event has grown to benefit over 30 local charities competing for over $2 million each year.

100% of donations raised go directly to local charities. The organizing team at Wellington International, host of the Winter Equestrian Festival, covers all event-related expenses—ensuring your support makes a real and immediate difference. To date, the GCC has distributed $24 million to 370 Palm Beach County non-profit organizations. Join us Saturday, February 1, 2025 during 'Saturday Night Lights' hosted by Wellington International. Join this movement as a donor: https://www.greatcharitychallenge.com/donate/

Join this movement as a non-profit: https://greatcharitychallenge.com/2025-gcc/application/

06/02/2026

Say hello to Marine Toys for Tots Foundation

Thanks to the support of Twin Gates Equine along with , the $17,500 grant awarded will be used to purchase toys for economically disadvantaged children served through year-round programs. Toys for Tots ensures children experience the joy and hope of receiving a new toy, especially during the holidays and in times of need throughout the year.
At an average cost of $8 per toy, this donation will fund approximately 2,188 new toys. With a goal of providing two toys per child whenever possible, these funds will support about 1,094 children with age-appropriate gifts that promote play, learning, and emotional well-being.

Thank you for being part of a community that shows up—and changes lives.


05/26/2026

Say hello to

Thanks to the support of St Brides Farm along with Vento Farm LLC, the $18,000 grant awarded will immediately expand high-impact Junior Achievement programs that connect students to real-world careers, with a focus on JA Inspire and JA High School Heroes™, as school demand continues to grow. This investment allows JA to serve additional classrooms and large-scale experiences that would otherwise remain on a waitlist. An estimated 720 students will benefit from the funding, inviting them to engage with local businesses and career pathways, with 90% recognizing the importance of career planning, 90% gaining essential life skills, and 88% of teachers committed to continuing the program.

JA High School Heroes™ trains high school students to teach financial literacy in elementary classrooms. Results show 93% of student leaders improved teamwork, 87% strengthened critical thinking, and 95% of teachers plan to continue the program.

Thank you for being part of a community that shows up—and changes lives.


05/25/2026

Say hello to Angari Foundation

Thanks to the support of Bird Ranch Sporthorses along with Dana Murphy, Keller Williams Wellington, the $19,000 grant awarded will directly support ANGARI Foundation’s mission to connect scientists and the public while strengthening marine science awareness and STEM education in Palm Beach County.

Funds will support hands-on marine research and education programs, including Coastal Ocean Explorers: Sharks and the Summer Educator Workshop focused on Lake Worth Lagoon conservation. These on-the-water and complementary onshore programs are expected to reach 80+ students and educators at sea and more than 400 additional students on land (~$8,000).
For those unable to participate on the water, funds will expand immersive educational technology and content tied to ANGARI’s Generation Ocean 360 film series and virtual field trips, reaching 250+ participants during the award period and thousands more in the future (~$6,000).
Support will also advance citizen science initiatives, including two Lagoon Drift experiments studying regional water flow and marine debris, engaging 800+ citizen scientists in 2026 and hundreds more through related education (~$5,000).
Funding ensures these programs remain free to participants while expanding access to high-quality STEM education and raising awareness of local marine and environmental issues.

Thank you for being part of a community that shows up—and changes lives.


05/22/2026

Say hello to Warriors Choice Foundation, Inc.

Thanks to the support of Storm Ridge Capital LLC & Imperial Show Stables along with the Benjamin, Harris, Kline and Yowan Families, the $21,000 grant awarded will directly support Warriors Choice Foundation’s veteran and first-responder resilience and recovery programs, with a focus on canine-assisted intervention, peer support, and therapeutic programming.
Funds will underwrite direct services for approximately 60 veterans and first responders, including facilitated group sessions, peer-led workshops, and canine-assisted activities designed to reduce PTSD symptoms, anxiety, and isolation. The grant will also support care, training, and deployment costs for program dogs, along with licensed facilitator time, participant materials, transportation assistance, and program evaluation.

Thank you for being part of a community that shows up—and changes lives.


05/21/2026

Say hello to RU4Me Pet Rescue

Thanks to the support of Azliv Stables along with Hedrick Brothers Construction, the $27,000 grant awarded will primarily support medical care for animals rescued from the streets or surrendered into our care, including vaccinations, spay and neuter services, and necessary veterinary procedures. All animals are fully vetted, socialized in foster homes, and spayed or neutered before being carefully matched with permanent adopters.�An estimated 80 pets and 200 humans will be impacted as single seniors, couples, and small families adopt most of their animals.

Thank you for being part of a community that shows up—and changes lives.


05/20/2026

Say hello to Take Stock in Children Palm Beach County

Thanks to the support of the Kolber & Palazzo Families along with the Gochman Family, the $26,000 grant awarded will have a big impact. With a dollar-for-dollar match from the Florida Prepaid Foundation, $24,000 of this grant will provide 6 (six) Florida Prepaid College Scholarships for students on our waitlist—doubling the impact to $48,000. Scholarships must be purchased before enrollment, after which students receive program support through high school graduation and completion of a post-secondary certificate. The remaining $2,000 covers program expenses, including mentoring, college readiness services, and supplies.

Thank you for being part of a community that shows up—and changes lives.


05/18/2026

Say hello to Speak Up for Kids Palm Beach County

Thanks to the support of Table 5 along with 5 Roosters, the $24,000 grant awarded will directly address the urgent needs of children in foster care in Palm Beach County. Each year, Speak Up For Kids receives nearly $35,000 in requests for essentials for children who have already experienced instability, trauma, and loss. This funding allows them to serve approximately 240 children, though demand consistently exceeds available resources.
Many children enter foster care with only a trash bag of belongings, lacking properly fitting clothing, shoes, hygiene items, school supplies, or even a bed. Requests typically range from $50 to $1,500 for items that restore dignity and stability—basics most families take for granted.
The reality is that requests don’t stop when funding runs out. This $24,000 investment allows Speak Up For Kids to say “yes” more often, stepping in when a child’s stability hangs in the balance. Each request represents a real child with a name, a story, and a future. These funds reduce disruption, protect placements, and ensure that children who have already lost so much do not lose even more simply because resources fell short.

Thank you for being part of a community that shows up—and changes lives.


05/18/2026

Say hello to Lake Worth Dollars for Scholars

Thanks to the support of J3 Stables and Flying Soleau along with Gut Einhaus, the $25,000 grant awarded will be allocated to their scholarship Funds for Graduating Seniors from the Palm Beach County Area, including Lake Worth High School. 8-15 students are expected to receive funding.

Thank you for being part of a community that shows up—and changes lives.


05/12/2026

Say hello to The Housing Leadership Council of Palm Beach County, Inc.

Thanks to the support of Stepping Stone Farm along with the Fidelity Investments®, the $26,000 grant awarded will directly support a new housing initiative entitled YIGBY, assisting local faith-based entities such as churches, synagogues, mosques, to build affordable housing on their land.
The cost and availability of land are two of the greatest obstacles to producing affordable housing units. Faith-based entities have land but lack the knowledge to develop housing. The grant will cover expenses to assist them in this process and take full advantage of Florida's new YIGBY legislation, passed in 2025. This legislation makes the process easier and more beneficial for faith-based entities if they understand and know how to use the tools the legislation provides. We have a severe affordable/homeless housing crisis, and we have found faith-based partners eager to assist in solving the issue.
This grant will help them accomplish their mission of providing a 6-month cohort and technical support to 15 faith-based entities. Our overall goal is to increase housing production by 2000 units each year, and we hope to achieve a minimum of 200 units because of this effort. We are part of an initiative called Faith in Action, and we believe faith-based organizations can help us serve the most difficult cases and will commit to keeping units affordable.

Thank you for being part of a community that shows up—and changes lives.

05/08/2026

Say hello to Path to College

Thanks to the support of Wade Equestrian Farms LLC along with the Rein Family LLC, the $27,000 grant awarded will support administrative and technology infrastructure at Path to College’s Catapult Youth Mentoring Center, serving up to 3,000 students annually from low-income communities across Palm Beach County. This funding will strengthen systems and staff training, helping the Center operate efficiently and securely while providing a safe, future-focused space for students to plan and pursue their long-term goals.

Robust IT and administrative systems typically cost $25,000–$40,000 for network installation, hardware, software, and secure data, plus $10,000–$15,000 for staff training. Great Charity Challenge funding helps offset these costs, enabling the Center to reduce administrative bottlenecks, improve coordination, and allow staff to focus on mentorship and student support. With strong systems in place, the Catapult Center can track participation, monitor outcomes, and provide consistent advising and enrichment. For students lacking reliable technology or safe spaces, the Center offers a stable environment to advance academically and prepare for college and careers. These funds transform essential administrative capacity into greater access, equity, and opportunity for thousands of young people.

Thank you for being part of a community that shows up—and changes lives.

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