Miami-Dade Returns $104.6 Million in Unused Funds
The county's tax collector distributed the surplus to county and other governmental entities for fiscal year 2026.
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Miami Business Philanthropy News
Coverage of philanthropy in Miami focuses on charitable giving, fundraising efforts and nonprofit support. Reporting takes in individual donations, corporate grants and the events that fuel community initiatives.
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November 2, 2026
Heat Surprise Veteran Roy Mora With Car, ScholarshipRetired U.S. Army specialist Roy Mora and his family received a new vehicle and a college scholarship during a Miami Heat game.
October 30, 2026
Coconut Grove Arts Festival Donates Sails to Miami GroupThe festival provided custom sails featuring famous artwork for use by Shake-A-Leg Miami’s sailing program.
October 29, 2026
Tap in 2 Miami Launches Fundraising for Music EducationThe group aims to support students in Liberty City by providing new instruments and classroom improvements.
October 29, 2026
Columbus High School Wins Specialty Plate ApprovalThe Miami institution is the first Florida high school authorized to create a custom specialty license plate.
October 28, 2026
Miami Approves New District Two Philanthropic FundThe city commission authorized a new system to manage private donations for public infrastructure improvements.
October 27, 2026
Miami Foundation to Host 15th Annual Give Miami DayThe city's major philanthropic fundraiser returns in November 2026 to support local nonprofits.
October 22, 2026
Chapman Partnership Gala Raises Funds for HomelessnessThe 2026 Illuminations Gala raised over $750,000 to support local programs for individuals experiencing homelessness.
October 21, 2026
Student Nonprofit Expands Coding Education in MiamiThe Young Coders Initiative aims to bridge the digital divide by providing free computer science training to students.
October 15, 2026
Mayor Higgins Raises Funds to Back Bond ReferendumThe Miami mayor has collected $525,000 for a political action committee to support an upcoming infrastructure vote.
October 13, 2026
Students Launched Miami Nonprofit The Giving GrillSeniors from True North Classical Academy are serving steak dinners to individuals experiencing homelessness in South Florida.
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Coverage takes in major foundation gifts, annual fundraising drives, nonprofit expansions and the volunteer efforts that support essential services. It reaches across the city and the communities around it. Miami philanthropy is often driven by a unique mix of international business interests and a high density of private family foundations. High-profile gala seasons and emergency relief drives act as the primary engines for nonprofit visibility throughout the year.