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Page edited by Sandra Brown; 435-8538 after 4 p.m, Tuesday, November 14, 2000 Pensacola News Journal 3B LIFE fund-raisers honored for community larger than ourselves." Benjamin Strong, a longtime philanthropist who retired in Pensacola about eight years ago and acts as a fund-raising counsel and supports the arts, said: "As a kid, I didn't believe -my parents when they said, 'It's better to give than to But now I find it's true. Being a philanthropist gives you a fantastic sense of self-satisfaction." The sense of elation occurs because "philanthropy is the law of human nature," Carter said. credible American kind of story. There's an extraordinary abundance of giving happening in America people of all ages and races reaching out to other people." Individuals and institutions "are answering the call," and the tradition is continuing, Carter said. "People who want to perpetuate an idea, who believe in a cause, give," he said.

"People support things they believe in, not for the tax break. And some of us have a need to do good, to do something tr 'v-' take a free ride." Peoples, credited with the ability to get youth involved, said, "When I give tours of Pensacola Little Theatre, I tell young people, "Whatever it is that you are passionate about now the theater, the chorus, the symphony support it because it might not be here in 15 or 20 years without your help." Carter, a campaign adviser for a broad cross-section of gift-supported organizations across the country, said word is spreading about the importance of philanthropy across the board. Last year, $190 billion was given from all walks of life. "I find it remarkable to give that kind of money away to education, health, human services, the arts, he said. "Who gave the money away? People.

People like you, and people like me. People in other countries give, but this, is an in- FROM IB "As you look at our community, youH see that we have very strong representation in volunteerism and contributions," said Pensacola Mayor John Fogg at the awards ceremony. "We have always had individuals, businesses and organizations that see it as their role to contribute. "Now with all the branches of the military volunteering thousands of hours, we have this synergy this mass of people believing we should give back to the community." Merrill known for his leadership, vision and activism in the arts, education and health care said giving should become a legacy for everyone. "My parents, like my grandparents, are great contributors to the community that's the way we were all brought up.

Young people have an obligation to continue. It's not right to Wt gok Pule Just the Right Shoe JIM SANDSNews Journal photo Robert E. Carter, president of Ketchum addresses the crowd at the Pensacola Civic Center on National Philanthropy Day. Harmony Kingdom Byers' Choice Carolers TY Plush NOT A SOUND. NOT A WARNING.

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She is very modest about her contributions, which run into millions of dollars, yet proud of her ability to make a difference in people's lives and to motivate others to do the same." Her list of favored charities springs from family experiences with health care, social services, education, religion and the arts. Organizations supported by Palmer include the American Heart Association, American Cancer Society, Children's Miracle Network, Duke University, University of West Florida, Fa-vorHouse, First United Methodist Church, Fiesta of Five Flags, Girl Scout Council of Northwest Florida, Waterfront Rescue Mission, United Way of Escambia County and many others. Honey Ham Roasted Turkey Pot Roast Cornbread Stuffing Garlic Mashed Potatoes Yeast Rolls Candied Yams Green Bean Casserole Cranberry Relish Corn Fritters Cornbread Pecan Pie Pumpkin Pie Cup'o Dirt merce and economic development. The Medical Center stepped forward to provide financial leadership, volunteers and donations of equipment and technology to help Okaloosa-Walton College offer state-of-the-art programs in registered nursing and health professions education. Organizations helped by the Medical Center include Project Graduation, Okaloosa School District, School to Work, All Sports Association, Junior League, Little League Sports, Just Say No Campaign, Florida Sheriff's Youth Ranch, American Heart Association and many more.

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