Voices For Children of Broward County 2nd Annual Dream BIG Luncheon

Voices for Children of Broward County CELEBRATES 5^th Anniversary at the 2^nd Annual “Dream BIG” Luncheon

Presented by Royal Caribbean International

Voices For Children of Broward County, a Broward County not-for-profit organization advocating for children in the court’s dependency system, and Presenting Sponsor Royal Caribbean International, served as hosts to approximately 130 of Broward County’s philanthropic donors, community leaders, and Guardians ad Litem for the organization’s 2^nd Annual Dream BIG Luncheon on Saturday, May 7, 2016. The Dream BIG Luncheon raised over $20,000 in critical funds needed to sustain and enhance life-changing programs that directly benefit abused, abandoned and neglected children in the care of the State, in Broward County. With hundreds of success stories to share, Voices for Children of Broward County had much to celebrate from its 5 years of past success, while committing to greater impact for the next 5 years.

The Dream BIG Luncheon kicked off with a cocktail reception that featured premium cocktails and gourmet hor d’oeuvres, aboard host sponsor Royal Caribbean International’s Oasis of the Seas®. This fun and festive event featured a silent auction and pinwheel garden, raffle for a 7- Night Caribbean Cruise, and a gourmet three-course lunch. While lunch was being served, Jordan and Guardian ad Litem Mike Rozos, shared Jordan’s inspirational story and journey through the foster care system.

In addition, a special presentation was made honoring Voices for Children of Broward County’s six founding members- Arielle Capuano, Louis Berlin, Amy Goldin, Donna Inglis, Bob Kopf, and Rich Pruitt.

Lastly, guests were treated to a private performance of Splish Splash Water show at the Boardwalk AquaTheater. Splish Splash Water show mesmerized our guests with comedy, synchronized swimming, and high-diving aerial performances.

The Dream BIG Luncheon was made possible by key supporters, including presenting sponsor Royal Caribbean International; Eaton/Hydraulic Supply Companies and Donna and Jim Inglis; The Kopf Family; The Pruitt Family; Levinson & Capuano, LLC; Total Marine Solutions, Inc.; Synergix and Nancy and Louis Berlin; and Resolve Marine Group.

For more information about Voices for Children of Broward County, please visit www.voicesbroward.org.

About Voices for Children of Broward County


Voices for Children of Broward County mission is to ensure that every abused, neglected and abandoned child in Broward County has a court-appointed Guardian ad Litem and that financial resources are available for each child’s accompanying health, educational, and social needs. Since 2011, Voices for Children of Broward County has been investing in the lives of young people who have faced the deep wounds from a crisis of parenting. In helping them to secure the basic life needs, essential education, and social experiences they equally deserve, we are ensuring that each young person in the care of the State, in Broward County, discovers his or her own resilience and strength. Voices for Children of Broward County is committed to leveling the playing field for youth in the dependency system, so that every child is included, has an opportunities in which to prosper and can contribute to society.