Media Releases

Spellbinding Success: Harry Potter-themed gala raises $185,000 for Martin County students

Date: Thursday, April 24, 2025
Category: Doreen's Press Releases
Summary: PALM CITY, Fla. — More than 200 people stepped into the magical world of Harry Potter at this year’s Evening of Excellence | Bids for Kids event, which benefits Martin County students. Hosted by the Education Foundation of Martin County and presented by Morganti, this elegant gala fundraiser took place on Saturday, April 5, at Harbour Ridge Country Club. more…

Education Foundation of Martin County plans magical celebration

Date: Tuesday, March 4, 2025
Category: Doreen's Press Releases
Summary: PALM CITY, Fla. — The wizardry of Harry Potter will be on full display at this year’s Evening of Excellence | Bids for Kids event, which benefits Martin County students. Hosted by the Education Foundation of Martin County and presented by Morganti, this elegant gala fundraiser will take place from 6-11 p.m. on Saturday, April 5, at Harbour Ridge Country Club in Palm City and is expected to be a sell-out. more…

Harbour Ridge Charity Mah Jongg Tournament to benefit local students and teachers

Date: Monday, January 20, 2025
Category: Doreen's Press Releases
Summary: PALM CITY, Fla. — The Education Foundation of Martin County’s annual Mah Jongg tournament is so popular that it’s already sold out. Presented by Sandhill Cove Retirement Living, the charity event will be held on Friday, March 7, at Harbour Ridge Yacht & Country Club, 12600 Harbour Ridge Blvd. To be placed on a wait list, call the Foundation’s office at 772-600-8062. more…

Education Foundation of Martin County expands staff

Date: Friday, November 1, 2024
Category: Doreen's Press Releases
Summary: STUART, Fla. — The Education Foundation of Martin County — Martin County School District’s strategic non-profit partner — has expanded its staff with the addition of two full-time employees and one temporary employee whose position has become permanent. Jinara Reyes has been named the new resource development coordinator, Candice Tedesco is the new program coordinator, and Pamela Amsbaugh works as the bookkeeper. more…

Education Foundation of Martin County recognizes this year’s Teacher of the Year candidates

Date: Friday, October 25, 2024
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Summary: STUART, Fla. — Teachers, often referred to as the unrecognized superheroes of society, are getting their due recognition by the Education Foundation of Martin County with its annual Teacher of the Year Awards Celebration presented by Audi Stuart, Infiniti Stuart & Alfa Romeo Stuart. Every year, the Foundation invites each school in Martin County to nominate one of its teachers for this prestigious award. There are 23 candidates for the 2024-2025 program, as follows. more…

Education Foundation of Martin County sets up hurricane fund to benefit affected schools

Date: Friday, October 18, 2024
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Summary: STUART, Fla. — The Education Foundation of Martin County (EFMC), in partnership with the Martin County School District, has established the Hurricane Milton Crisis Fund to support students, staff and their families who need urgent assistance. One hundred percent of the monies raised will benefit the parties. more…

Education Foundation of Martin County announces Teacher of the Year Award winners

Date: Monday, September 23, 2024
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Summary: PORT ST. LUCIE, Fla. — Tonight, the Education Foundation of Martin County announced its Teacher of the Year winners during a special celebration at the MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Event Center. Vanessa Molina-Council of Citrus Grove Elementary School took top honors and was named the 2024-2025 Martin County Teacher of the Year. She will go on to represent Martin County in the state competition to become the Florida Department of Education's Teacher of the Year. more…

Education Foundation of Martin County helps students forge a path in healthcare

Date: Monday, June 17, 2024
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Summary: STUART, Fla. — The HCA Healthcare Foundation has awarded a $60,000 grant to the Education Foundation of Martin County, which will lead to more healthcare career opportunities for local high school students. The grant is a $20,000 award per year for the next three years. more…

Education Foundation of Martin County’s Book Bonanza aims to improve literacy

Date: Friday, February 9, 2024
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Summary: STUART, Fla. — Literacy is at the core of a student’s education and that’s why the Education Foundation of Martin County (EFMC) is hosting several family literacy events at elementary schools around the Martin County School District. more…

Education Foundation of Martin County’s Charity Mah Jongg Tournament at Harbour Ridge benefits students and teachers

Date: Friday, February 9, 2024
Category: Doreen's Press Releases
Summary: PALM CITY, Fla. — “Make a Hand and Give a Hand to Education” — that’s the theme of the upcoming Harbour Ridge Mah Jongg tournament. All proceeds will benefit the Education Foundation of Martin County (EFMC), which organizes many educational enrichment programs for students and teachers in Martin County’s public schools. more…