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They asked. They received. This year, 1,289 Miami-Dade nonprofits turned to The Miami Foundation's annual Give Miami Day to rally support for their missions and advance community-wide philanthropy last Thursday. The result: a record number of #GiveMiamiDay donors and donations that generated $39.5 million — topping last year’s $34 million, which had bested the previous record $33.4 million set in 2021 during the pandemic. On the top of the leaderboard? Achieve Miami, an education nonprofit that advances educational equity for students throughout Miami-Dade County, which raised $3,138,542 from 615 donors during Give Miami Day, to support programming for 2,000+ students annually, address the teacher shortage, and advance educational equity for students across Miami-Dade. According to Leslie Miller Saiontz, Founder of Achieve Miami, "Give Miami Day continues to be a powerful catalyst for Achieve Miami’s mission to create a more equitable and thriving community.” For #GMD2024, #SchwartzMediaStrategies is proud to have supported Achieve Miami, LOTUS HOUSE WOMEN'S SHELTER and Florida Foster Care Review. Learn more about the record breaking philanthropic day via the Miami Herald ?? bit.ly/GMDHERALD / #FuelingFlorida #MovingMiami

They asked. They received. This year, 1,289 Miami-Dade nonprofits turned to The Miami Foundation's annual Give Miami Day to rally support for their missions and advance community-wide philanthropy last Thursday. The result: a record number of #GiveMiamiDay donors and donations that generated $39.5 million — topping last year’s $34 million, which had bested the previous record $33.4 million set in 2021 during the pandemic. On the top of the leaderboard? Achieve Miami, an education nonprofit that advances educational equity for students throughout Miami-Dade County, which raised $3,138,542 from 615 donors during Give Miami Day, to support programming for 2,000+ students annually, address the teacher shortage, and advance educational equity for students across Miami-Dade. According to Leslie Miller Saiontz, Founder of Achieve Miami, "Give Miami Day continues to be a powerful catalyst for Achieve Miami’s mission to create a more equitable and thriving community.” For #GMD2024, #SchwartzMediaStrategies is proud to have supported Achieve Miami, LOTUS HOUSE WOMEN'S SHELTER and Florida Foster Care Review. Learn more about the record breaking philanthropic day via the Miami Herald ?? bit.ly/GMDHERALD / #FuelingFlorida #MovingMiami

The Financial Times reports on how downtown miami, after years of neglect, got its groove back… “Over the past decade, Miami’s urban core has undergone rapid development as well as a Covid-era growth spurt, known as the Great Relocation, which attracted hordes of new residents and businesses opting for a less restricted, sunnier life in South Florida.” Schwartz Media Strategies

Here we go New Jersey! #Altman #AltmanLogisticsProperties #industrialrealestate #ParsippanyNJ #NewJersey Mark G. Levy Evgeny M. Justin Dunn Francisco Reyna Max Stone Shubham Aggarwal Conor Brady

As the official bank of the University of Miami, we’re proud to back the Hurricanes as they aim for the College Football Playoffs. ? The ‘Canes are full of talent, but through my career in banking, I’ve learned that a winning culture isn’t built on talent alone — rising to the top and staying there requires focus, resilience, and a commitment to teamwork. ? We’ve seen this throughout the season as the Canes have overcome injuries, tight games, and the pressure to succeed in a competitive conference. ? ?A team-first mindset fuels success on the field and reinforces the value of shared ambition. Let's go 'Canes!

ICYMI. Harley Tropin of Kozyak Tropin & Throckmorton and Peter Prieto of Podhurst Orseck are gearing up for the University of Miami School of Law's annual Miami Class Action & Complex Litigation Forum in January. https://lnkd.in/gbZcMjCa

Miami-based Gencom hopes its success during the pandemic and recovery will position the real estate investment trust better when the transaction market picks up. https://bit.ly/4erZ0xV #hoteldeals #REIT

Podhurst Orseck, P.A. is pleased to share that Partner Kristina Infante has been appointed by the Honorable Cecilia M. Altonaga as a member of the Committee for the Southern District of Florida 2025 Bench and Bar Conference Committee. This Committee establishes and maintains relations with other Committees and outside groups to better develop the conference. The 2025 Bench and Bar Conference is slated to take place next year with details to follow.

A Miami-based company is facing multiple lawsuits over its tabletop fire pits after customers reported severe burns, including injuries caused by “flame jetting”— a sudden burst of fire that can shoot up to 15 feet. Victims like Kayla Hominski, who suffered burns on over 40% of her body, are calling the injuries life-altering. Attorney Stuart Ratzan, who represents Kayla, describes flame jetting as a horrific, often fatal hazard. These fire pits, have been recalled, with the manufacturer advising customers to discontinue use. Stuart is advocating for greater awareness and accountability in product safety after a Miami manufacturer’s tabletop fire pits caused severe injuries. Read more via https://bit.ly/4hVoiHM

Relentless, ambitious, and always looking ahead. Gencom's Chief Investment Officer Alessandro E. Colantonio shares insights on Gencom’s passion for deals and their strategic growth journey, including recent milestones like the Thompson Central Park acquisition and Fairmont Southampton recapitalization. Check out the latest feature in Costar’s Hotel News Now!"