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Gecko’s receives Restaurant Good Neighbor Award for community work!
Argus member Gecko’s Grill & Pub, honored this week with the 2017 National Restaurant Association Restaurant Good Neighbor Award! Co-Owner Mike Quillen is a past president of Argus and a current executive board member! Watch the video announcing their award!
Sarasota Herald-Tribune: Business Buzz: Gecko’s wins state Neighbor Award
The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation has named Gecko’s Hospitality Group a 2017 Florida Restaurant Neighbor Award winner for the fifth consecutive year. The awards honor restaurants that go above and beyond in community service and that aim to inspire other restaurateurs to get or stay involved in their local communities. Gecko’s Hospitality Group owners…
Sarasota Herald-Tribune: A Passion for Goodwill runs in this family
For father and son duo Robert and Rob Morris, volunteering on behalf of Goodwill Manasota is a family affair. Robert served on the board of directors for at least 20 years, serving as chairman several times; this month, Rob will step down as chairman after two years leading the nonprofit. Robert, who is the founder…
Sarasota Observer: Lakewood Ranch Attorney Steers Manatee County Conservation Effort
Mill Creek’s Alyssa Nohren wrapped up her duties as an attorney rather succinctly. “If you own dirt, or if you want to own dirt, I can help you,” said Nohren with a big smile. The 2016 winner of the Volunteer of the Year Award by The Conservation Foundation of the Gulf Coast was standing in…
Hot Chili Cook-Off attracts crowds for a cause
The weather was a little warm for chili, but that didn’t stop thousands of people from gathering on Osprey Avenue on Oct. 16 to sample 15 different chili concoctions at Morton’s Gourmet Market’s 17th Annual Chili Cook-Off. The event, which benefits the Sarasota Fire Fighters Benevolent Fund, features firefighter cooking teams from throughout Sarasota County…
Sarasota Observer: Argus Member Adams and Reese honored by Argus Member Goodwill as Ambassadors of the Year
Community members came together Thursday, Oct. 20 at Michael’s On East to honor various volunteers at the annual Goodwill Community Ambassador of the Year Awards Dinner. Guests mingled in the atrium before heading inside for dinner and programming. Honorees included Adams and Reese LLP, Danny Bilyeu, Gloria Moss, iHeart Media Sarasota, Jewish Family and Children’s Service…
FCCI Insurance Group Supports Affordable Housing
Corporate partnerships provide a lasting investment in the community. Two years ago, FCCI Insurance Group (FCCI) had the vision to partner with Habitat for Humanity Sarasota through the Community Contribution Tax Credit Program (CCTCP). This tax credit program is designed to encourage private investment within Florida Enterprise Zones, assist low-income housing projects in Florida and…
Adams and Reese Donates to Goodwill
Adams and Reese law firm continues their support for the work of Goodwill Manasota with a contribution to the organization’s Job Connection program. The donation will support Goodwill Manasota’s mission of changing lives through the power of work by enabling one client of Goodwill’s Job Connection program, which provides free career services, to attend General…
SRQ Daily OP Ed Edition – Helping One Neighbor at a Time
Thankfully, we live in a community that believes that with freedom and success comes responsibility; responsibilities to our less fortunate neighbors and to do our small part to help everyone experience an enhanced quality of life. We are fortunate to have many companies and business owners who take this to heart. Argus Foundation former president and…
Changes to Goodwill’s Board of Directors
Argus Member Rob Morris will continue as Chair and Argus Board member Rae Dowling will serve on the Board of Directors. “Goodwill Manasota on Tuesday announced its 2016 board of directors. Rob Morris continues his tenure as chairman of the board, with immediate past chair Steve Boone holding the honorary title of chair emeritus. Peter Crowley…
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