Enchanted Garden Soirée Raises Funds for Fuller Center at Villa Ananda

Contact: Toni Hassinger
305-240-8894
thassinger@fullercenterfl.org

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Boca Raton, FL. May 1st, 2024 –The “Enchanted Garden Soirée,” hosted by esteemed Fuller Center board member Stacey Packer and luxury real estate agent Senada Adžem of Douglas Elliman. This exclusive event, held at the illustrious Villa Ananda, located in Delray Beach’s private enclave of Stone Creek Ranch, brought together distinguished guests to support Fuller Center.

The Enchanted Garden Soirée was a testament to elegance, grace, and charitable giving. Set against the backdrop of breathtaking scenery, attendees were treated to an intimate luncheon that celebrated the spirit of philanthropy and community.

Highlighting the afternoon was an exquisitely curated fashion show by renowned designer Adam Lippes, showcasing his latest collection. The event was also adorned with jewelry by the talented Anna Zuckerman, adding a touch of sophistication to the luncheon.

Stacey Packer, a dedicated board member of Fuller Center, expressed her gratitude for the overwhelming support shown by attendees. “We are deeply grateful for the unwavering support of our donors and partners,” said Packer. “Their commitment to our cause allows us to continue providing vital services to those we serve. The success of this luncheon is a testament to the power of community and collaboration in creating positive change.”

Senada Adžem, a committed Fuller Center supporter highlighted the significance of the event, by saying “The Enchanted Garden Soirée was a remarkable gathering that brought together individuals passionate about making a difference against the magnificent Villa Ananda backdrop. Through their generosity, Fuller Center will be able to continue its efforts and make a positive impact in our community,” said Adžem.

The afternoon not only provided guests with an unforgettable experience but also served as a platform to raise $100k to go towards a new playground for Fuller Academy, Fuller Center’s private choice elementary school. During the event a $15k check was presented to Fuller Center as a donation match from SafeSun Foundation for a playground sun shade.

For a full list of our supporters, please visit. For more information about Fuller Center and how to get involved, please visit www.fullercenterfl.org.

About the Fuller Center
For more than 50 years, the Fuller Center’s mission has been to embrace, educate, and empower hardworking, under-resourced families and children to reach their full potential. We build a positive future through education for the more than 900 children (infants through teens) whom we serve annually, as well as 600 of their family members. The Fuller Center reaches families in more than 40 zip codes throughout Palm Beach County, as well as northern Broward County.

65% of Fuller Center parents serve as essential or frontline workers, working in hospitals, retail outlets, restaurants, and hotels. They are our bus drivers, store clerks and cashiers, farmworkers, delivery drivers, security guards, bank tellers, office workers, healthcare workers, home health aides, hospital orderlies and cafeteria workers, and childcare and eldercare workers.

Our programs help empower children to start school prepared, succeed academically, and break the generational cycle of poverty through quality early childhood education, after-school and summer camp programs, our new private elementary school and teen leadership programs, and comprehensive, family-centered support services. They also empower parents who are essential to keeping our local economy open and who provide the vital services we all count on.

The Fuller Center also offers mentoring programs and adult on-the-job training, coaching, and employment support, and no-cost transportation from 12 area schools to our campus-based after-school programs. We serve more than 1,800 nutritious meals and snacks daily.

In addition, Fuller Center provides opportunities for local colleges and universities to place undergraduate and graduate students in internships and child development practicums.

East Campus: 200 NE 14th Street, Boca Raton FL 33432
West Campus: 10130 185th Street South, Boca Raton FL 33498
Intergenerational Program at The Volen Center: 1515 W Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton, FL 33486

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About Douglas Elliman:
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About Villa Ananda:
Villa Ananda is an exquisite contemporary masterpiece in Delray Beach, Florida that artfully blends luxury living, technology, and utmost privacy and security.

Listed with Senada Adžem of Douglas Elliman for $23,995,000, this sublime mansion exudes architectural brilliance, drawing inspiration from the blissful allure of Aman Resorts, emanating an aura of serenity. Brilliantly set behind private gates at Stone Creek Ranch, one of the most exclusive and sought-after communities in South Florida, the sprawling one-story compound boasts a verdant and lush 2.5-acre lakefront setting, with water views from almost every room.

The 17,031 SF showcase, with 11,457 SF under air, features a majestic outdoor oasis. Purchased new in 2018, the house underwent a significant addition and extensive ultra-luxury upgrades in 2019.

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