The Marion County YMCA improves lives and is a place where the whole family can enjoy activities in a wholesome and fun atmosphere.
Dec 20
Dec 15
Beautiful spring weather and a new location proved a success for the annual March for Babies walk that took place last weekend in Ocala. “In these tight economic times we were very pleased with the amount we raised,” said Gloria James, community director of the March of Dimes’ Marion County satellite office. “Everything went very […]
Dec 7
The Blessed Trinity Church does many wonderful things in our community. In May of 2009 I was fortunate to join a small gathering and meet the legendary Notre Dame coach Lou Holtz. His words were inspiring as always. The meeting was to support the Diocese of Orlando’s “Alive in Christ” campaign. The campaign has many […]
Dec 5
As a member of the Silver Springs Rotary Club each year, Frank J. DeLuca supports the Salvation Army by giving time each year to “ring the bell”. Frank has been a contributor to the Salvation Army since 1980, and he encourages others to support this great organization. Thank you.
Dec 1
March 2006 Beginning in 1986, Theresa Castro organized a group of “public spirited” women to form the Ocala Royal Dames, with their mission to “ensure a strong local/regional effort in the fight against cancer through funding research and education.” The group became officially chartered as a 501(c)3 not-for-profit organization in 1987 with a goal […]
Nov 15
May 2008 Habitat for Humanity International has more than 2,100 affiliates in more than 90 countries throughout the world, with 1,500-plus affiliates nationwide. Habitat for Humanity of Marion County (HFHMC) is one of 66 Habitat affiliates in Florida and ranks 22nd in the nation with regard to homes built. From its incorporation in 1990 through […]
Nov 15
The March of Dimes has been blessed with Frank’s generosity through the annual “In Honor of Excellence” Award. This is the first year DeLuca Toyota is participating in March for Babies. DeLuca Toyota has set a goal of $30,000 — $1,000 for each year of business! “The residents of Ocala and Marion County have always […]
Nov 12
Thank you for visiting my web site. There’s so many wonderful organizations doing great things for the community of Ocala and Marion County Florida that I wanted to share information about them and my involvement to make our community a better place. Thank you again for visiting, please look around, and I hope you come […]