Inaugural Philanthropy Week encourages community to give back during Broward College’s 64^th anniversary celebration

Volunteers don’t need a proverbial green thumb to roll up their sleeves and put on gardening gloves during Campus Beautification Day at the Broward College A. Hugh Adams Central Campus at 3501 Davie Rd., Building 19 in Davie on Saturday, September 7 from 9 a.m. – Noon.

Organized by Broward College Cares and Broward College Alumni & Friends, Campus Beautification Day culminates Broward College Foundation’s inaugural Philanthropy Week which is set for September 2-7. During Philanthropy Week, Broward College Foundation will celebrate the generosity of donors and launch the milestone event, marking 64 years since Broward College opened on September 6, 1960. Students, faculty, staff, donors, and the community are encouraged to show up and show off their Seahawk pride by getting involved in philanthropy to raise money for scholarships that make education accessible to all.

“This campus beautification project is a seedling for our comprehensive initiative to engage Broward County community members, businesses, and alumni in Broward College’s mission to provide scholarships and enhance student success,” said Anthony Stewart​​​​, Alumni Engagement Manager at Broward College. “Broward College is a key and critical institution for Broward County. Alumni & Friends is delighted to partner with Broward College Cares to make this project a reality.”

Campus Beautification Day tasks will include painting wooden birdhouses, pots and decorative rocks, installing native plants and milkweed in the butterfly garden, and laying mulch. Groups and duties will be assigned at check-in. Volunteers of all ages and skill levels are welcome and are asked to wear attire appropriate for yard work. Volunteers will receive a Broward College Cares t-shirt, swag bag, and be entered in a raffle for prizes.

“BC Cares is thrilled to bring together our staff, faculty, alumni, and friends to enhance our cherished Central campus. We aim to foster a sense of community and ownership through various activities, whether it’s painting and hanging birdhouses or planting and mulching in the garden,” said Elaina Moran, Director of Institutional Events at Broward College and organizer of BC Cares events.

Participation is free and hours can count toward community service goals, so volunteers are asked to bring tracking forms to be signed. To register, visit giving.broward.edu/beautification-day.

Donations to the Seahawk Marketplace, Broward College’s on-campus pantry that offers free food and personal hygiene items to students, will also be accepted on Campus Beautification Day. The pantry’s wish list of items is available by clicking here.

To donate to Broward College Foundation, go to giving.broward.edu/donate. To learn about sponsorship opportunities or discuss an in-kind donation, such as food for participants, reach out to Anthony Stewart​​​​, Alumni Engagement Manager, at astewar1@broward.edu or 954-201-7065.

ABOUT BROWARD COLLEGE CARES:

BC Cares launched in the Fall of 2017, marking the College’s dedication to fostering a culture of service and community engagement among its faculty, staff, and their families. Over the past six years, the initiative has resulted in over 750 members contributing more than 22,000 hours to various community service activities. These volunteer events strengthen ties with the community and reinforce Broward College’s image as an institution deeply rooted in partnership and outreach and an institution invested in the growth and welfare of the community it serves.