40 year philanthropic leader; Opinions expressed are my own.
Winter Park, FL
Joined May 2009
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Making Florida a national leader in mental health: Doug Leonardo, CEO, TGH Behavioral Health Hospital, and Tony Carvajal, Executive Vice President, Florida Chamber Foundation, explore current efforts to prioritize mental health outcomes at today's #F3.
🚀🚀🚀 Congratulations-@UCF is Space 🚀 U!!!
Members of our aerospace medicine team are recognized worldwide! 🚀 🌎
Dr. Emmanuel Urquieta and Dr. Jennifer Fogarty, leaders in the UCF College of Medicine's emerging aerospace medicine program, were honored as Academicians of the International Academy of Astronautics - A lifetime distinction recognizing global leaders in space travel.
At the IAA's 79th annual International Astronautical Congress in Antalya, Turkey, Drs. Urquieta and Fogarty joined 1200 fellows worldwide committed to collaborative research and education that advance space exploration to serve humanity.
Learn more about our aerospace medicine leaders at med.ucf.edu/news/ucf-space-m….
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We’re kicking off the 2026 Future of Florida Forum! Polly Morgan, Vice President of Marketing & Communications at Florida Chamber Foundation, is here with leaders gathered to discuss Florida’s future. #F3
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Mark Wilson, President & CEO, Florida Chamber of Commerce and Foundation, takes the stage at #F3 for a look at what's driving Florida's economic leadership and how the Florida Chamber is rallying the business community for a more prosperous and competitive Florida. Learn more at freeenterpriseflorida.com.
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🏆#FLChamber thank you to our Welcome Reception, Room Key, Wi-Fi, and Charging Station sponsors of the 2026 Future of Florida Forum (F3) & Florida Chamber Annual Meeting, happening October 27-28 in Orlando:
Welcome Reception Sponsor:
@PlayInFlorida
Charging Station:
@UF
Room Key:
@StepUp4Students
Wi-Fi:
@fgcu
Thank you for your partnership and investment in securing Florida’s business and economic future. #FL2030.
Learn more and register now: flchm.co/4hOQdes
#FutureofFloridaForum #F3
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A plea to our next generation: don’t let this insanity or threats like these keep you from standing up for freedom or the country we all love!
ON UCHICAGO CAMPUS: U.S. Senator from Michigan Elissa Slotkin hopes planned political prosecutions of republican leaders will scare young conservatives from getting involved in politics.
@ElissaSlotkin
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Mississippi raised the bar. When standards rise, school grades may dip at first, but rising student performance follows. Kudos to @MissDeptEd, State Sup. Lance Evans and policymakers for setting higher expectations. mdek12.org/communications/20…
Colleges and universities across the country have been eroding the currency of our philanthropic sector - trust between the donor and recipient. “Impractical”, “rebranding”and “economic necessity” have all been used to ignore donor intent. Caveat Dator - Let the Donor Beware! @PhilanthropyRnd @flphilanthropy
A strong charitable sector depends on trust.
A recent Chronicle of Philanthropy article examines model legislation designed to strengthen donor standing in gift disputes. While some critics suggest donor and nonprofit interests are at odds, the reality is that both thrive when charitable commitments are clear, transparent and honored.
The model bill helps reinforce donor confidence while supporting nonprofits that steward charitable resources responsibly. Strong donor protections and strong nonprofits are not competing goals. Together, they create an environment where generosity can flourish, giving grows and communities benefit.
Read more: philanthropy.com/news/new-le…
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We're pleased to introduce Philanthropy Roundtable's inaugural Distinguished Fellows: Kim Dennis, Robert P. George, and Carrie Coors Tynan.
These accomplished leaders bring deep expertise in liberty philanthropy, American institutions, family philanthropy and donor intent. Through articles, interviews and selected Roundtable programs, they will help explore how philanthropy can strengthen institutions, advance opportunity and preserve charitable purpose across generations.
Learn more about our Distinguished Fellows: philanthropyroundtable.org/p…
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Donor intent is about more than preserving a founder's vision, it’s about putting those values into practice for generations to come.
In the latest installment of our donor intent series explores how the @Daniels_Fund translates Bill Daniels’ principles into its grantmaking today. By supporting organizations and initiatives that reflect his values, the Fund demonstrates how faithful stewardship can ensure a donor’s legacy continues to make a lasting impact.
Read how the Daniels Fund continues to honor Bill Daniels’ philanthropic vision through purposeful grantmaking: philanthropyroundtable.org/d…
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I voted for No Tax on Tips, No Tax on Social Security, and the largest tax cut in American history. And I voted to make it easier for working families to buy a home.
It’s easy to talk. I’ve delivered results.
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In a new research paper, former Wisconsin Supreme Court Justice Dan Kelly documents more than a decade of cases where donor intent was violated.
To address this challenge, Philanthropy Roundtable has developed the Safeguarding Endowment Gifts Act (SEGA), model legislation that protects donor intent by giving donors the right to enforce written endowment agreements while preserving existing state law.
The need is clear. The solution is here.
Read the full report: bit.ly/3TBGizu
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🚨 JUST IN: Former WH Press Sec. Karoline Leavitt says Donald Trump NEEDS EVERY PATRIOT AMERICAN to storm the polls this November, or socialists and Islamists will take power
SHE'S RIGHT.
"Don't let PERFECT be the enemy of the GOOD. Trump has done so much good!" 🇺🇸
"The 47th President NEEDS YOU to get out and vote."
"Because these are the most important midterms in HISTORY! Because we are facing a contrast...secure borders, supporting police, largest middle class tax cuts in HISTORY? Or a country that no longer recognizes itself! Democrats want to DESTROY TO AMERICA."
Leavitt left the podium end of August and is back on the trail with MAGA Inc. 🔥
She’s been framing the midterms as communism vs common sense after DSA-backed candidates began WINNING their primaries
Losing the House means ENDLESS investigations, impeachment and more weaponization. Losing the Senate would make it even worse.
EVERY seat, EVERY state, bring everyone you know and VOTE RED ALL THE WAY! 🇺🇸
@karolineleavitt
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If Washington wanted to get serious about addressing affordability, it would start by reining in reckless spending that fuels inflation.
My Six Penny Plan cuts six cents of every dollar the federal government spends. In five years, the budget would be balanced and life would be more affordable once again.
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Philanthropy Roundtable is pleased to announce Peter Lynch as the inaugural recipient of the 2026 DeVos Family Prize for Leadership in Giving. A celebrated investor and devout Catholic, Lynch has spent nearly four decades supporting Catholic education, expanding opportunities for low-income students and advancing health care in the Boston area and beyond. Learn more about Lynch’s remarkable legacy of giving: philanthropyroundtable.org/2…
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Ben Shelton after losing to Zverev in the U.S. Open final
“First and most importantly I wanna thank God. My successes are a gift. The failures are a gift. Being here playing in front of you guys is a gift.
Sascha, congrats on these two weeks man. Your 2nd Grand Slam title. Two in one year.
You’re one of the very best players in the world. Maybe the best player in the world this year. What you’re doing is incredible.
The way you’re serving, moving, and playing. You work harder than anyone I know. You put more hours on the court than anyone I know. You and your team do things the right way. Sincerely happy for you guys to hold this title. It’s been a long time coming here.”
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Twenty-five years after September 11, we remember the lives lost, the sacrifices made and the extraordinary spirit of service that united our nation.
Founded by members of the World Trade Center recovery teams, @heart911team continues to help communities recover and rebuild after disasters.
Hear from those who experienced the tragedy firsthand and have spent the years since helping others recover, rebuild and heal. Their stories remind us not only of the sacrifices made on September 11, but also of the unity, resilience and commitment to service that defined our nation's response.
Read the full story:
philanthropyroundtable.org/f… – at Martin's Additions, MD
