Florida Chamber Member News
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Oct- 2026 -22 October
U.S. Sugar, Florida Crystals and Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative Honored for Environmental Stewardship
U.S. Sugar, Florida Crystals and Sugar Cane Growers Cooperative of Florida received Florida Farm Bureau Federation’s This Farm CARES award, recognizing their commitment to protecting Florida’s natural resources. The three organizations are the first in the Everglades Agricultural Area (EAA) to receive the designation. The recognition celebrates the work of South Florida sugarcane farmers whose conservation practices help improve water quality while producing food for American families. “Florida’s farmers demonstrate every day that producing our…
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22 October
Sunshine Health Provides $100,000 in Grants for Caregivers Supporting Children and Youth Facing Behavioral Health Needs
Four nonprofit healthcare organizations serving children in Florida will receive grants of $25,000 each. Sunshine Health, a subsidiary of Centene Corp., is providing $100,000 in grants divided among caregivers who support children and youth facing behavioral health needs and additional challenges. The money will help fund programs for foster, adoptive, and kinship parents and caregivers. Sunshine Health spreads $100,000 in support to Florida organizations helping children and caregivers. The funding will help caregivers develop skills…
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15 October
Santa Fe College Joins Florida Chamber in Prosperity Initiative
One Person. One ZIP Code at a Time. Santa Fe College launched an initiative based on a model developed by the Florida Chamber of Commerce to address poverty in the local community. The goal is to help individuals and families move from poverty to prosperity by aligning existing resources and community efforts in areas most affected by poverty. The college was joined in this effort by the Greater Gainesville Chamber of Commerce, the University of…
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15 October
AT&T Waives Wireless Overages to Help Customers Affected by Hurricane Isaias
AT&T is helping customers stay connected during Hurricane Isaias by waiving wireless overage charges for eligible customers in affected areas. From October 9 through November 7, 2026, AT&T Postpaid and Prepaid customers with billing addresses in designated ZIP codes will receive unlimited talk, text and data without overage charges. Although customers may still receive usage alerts during this period, applicable credits and waived charges will be reflected on their accounts. The initiative helps reduce connectivity…
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15 October
More than 300 Girls Receive Luxury Purses Donated by Rita Case and Soles4Souls’ 4Relief Program
More than 300 girls in Broward County and Miami had a unique shopping experience thanks to Rita Case, president, CEO and owner of Rick Case Automotive Group, and the Soles4Souls 4Relief program. Girls from Boys & Girls Clubs of Broward County’s teen centers and elementary, middle and high school “honey bugs” from Alonzo Mourning’s Overtown Youth Center’s all-girls mentoring program, Honey Shine, went shopping for a brand-new luxury purse, choosing from a wide assortment of styles. More than 300…
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Sep- 2026 -11 September
Detroit Tigers, Florida Poly Join Forces to Advance Player Health and Performance
The Detroit Tigers and Florida Polytechnic University are launching a new partnership that brings together data science, academic research and professional sports to tackle real-world challenges in player health and performance. The collaboration will connect the Tigers’ Performance Science group at their Spring Training home in Lakeland with Florida Poly’s STEM expertise, creating opportunities to turn cutting-edge research and data-driven insights into practical applications in professional baseball. The partnership brings academia to an area of…
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11 September
Florida Poly Earns Top State, National Rankings in Computer Science, Data Science
Florida Polytechnic University’s data science and computer science programs are earning top recognition in newly released rankings from Research.com, including No. 1 spots among Florida’s public universities and a top 20 national ranking for the University’s undergraduate data science degree. The University’s bachelor’s degree in computer science and master’s degree in data science both ranked No. 1 among public universities in the state. Florida Poly’s undergraduate data science program earned high marks beyond Florida, ranking No. 17 nationally…
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Aug- 2026 -19 August
Tampa General Hospital Welcomes Monster Jam Drivers to Muma Children’s Hospital
Tampa General Hospital brought some extra excitement to patients at Muma Children’s Hospital when Monster Jam drivers and their special four-legged friend stopped by ahead of the event’s Tampa shows. The visit gave young patients an opportunity to meet the drivers, enjoy some Monster Jam fun, and take a break from their hospital routines. The appearance helped create positive and memorable moments for children and their families. The partnership also benefits Tampa General’s patients beyond…
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19 August
Sunshine Health Helps Tampa Bay Residents Gain Reliable Transportation
Sunshine Health, through its Childcare and Transportation Grant to Wheels of Success, partnered with Ready for Life to help two Tampa Bay residents gain access to reliable transportation. The recipients were presented with vehicles during a special ceremony celebrating the impact of the partnership. Having dependable transportation can help individuals get to work, pursue educational opportunities, access childcare, and manage other responsibilities that are essential to building greater stability. The initiative demonstrates how targeted community…
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19 August
Florida Power & Light Recognizes Community Organizations on National Nonprofit Day
Florida Power & Light Company recognized the nonprofits and community organizations working to make a difference across Florida in honor of National Nonprofit Day. FPL highlighted its ongoing support for organizations addressing important needs throughout the state. In the past year alone, the company supported more than 2,000 nonprofits, while its employees contributed more than 55,000 volunteer hours and donated over $4.65 million to causes and organizations that matter to them. The effort reflects the…
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