It was a glittering evening with a heartfelt purpose. On January 20th, MarineMax hosted a yacht gala to benefit the Golisano Children’s Hospital. The new hospital site is only two miles from the MarineMax facility in Fort Myers. Beginning April 1st, Golisano Children’s Hospital will be the only standalone facility dedicated to children living between Tampa and Miami, a major advance for medical care for Southwest Florida’s youngest, most vulnerable patients.
The 2017 Yacht Gala created a tradition that began last year. The connections between health and happiness made the MarineMax event a natural extension of the company’s mission, United by Water. More than 225 people were in attendance to support this fundraiser, which took place at MarineMax’s 25-acre waterfront facility. Guests were invited to board beautiful Sea Ray, Azimut, and Ocean Alexander yachts during the cocktail hour. Once again CBS affiliate, WINK, news anchor Jen Stacy guest emceed the event. The President and CEO of Lee Health, Jim Nathan, delivered the keynote address prior to an exciting live auction, featuring a diamond ring and a weeklong vacation at a North Captiva vacation home. Attendees were a cross-section of MarineMax customers and leaders from the community interested in supporting this vital healthcare development. Though donations are still rolling in, the donation to Golisano Children’s Hospital is expected to be over $50,000.
Golisano operates with a “whole family” approach to the health of a child, from medically compromised newborns to toddlers struggling with dangerous illnesses, to the injuries and dangers of the teen years. Providing family-centered compassionate care is the heart of the mission of Golisano Children’s Hospital.
MarineMax has a similar devotion to the happiness of families with their commitment to developing great experiences on the water. As the world’s leading boat dealer, MarineMax creates opportunities for families to come together on the water, through Getaways for customers, women on water educational seminars, and parts and service amenities.
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www.marinemax.com/stores/southeast/fort-myers
14030 McGregor Bld., Fort Myers, FL 33919
Phone: 239-481-8200