IMPACT100 NORTHWEST FLORIDA NEWSLETTER | DECEMBER 2025 |
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Message From The President:
I have so enjoyed leading this group of dynamic women and am truly proud of all that WE have accomplished together. When I sit back and think about the ONE MILLION dollars in grants that have been given in both 2024 & 2025; I feel awe and great hope! Isn't hope
exactly what this season is about? Hope for better things to come as we bid goodbye to this year with thankfulness and begin another year together. I sure hope that you will be able to continue as a member in 2026 because your gift of $1,000 really does matter.
Thank you for your generous support of the Wine Pull at Annual Meeting--both in your generous donations of wine and in your support of "pulling corks." The Wine Pull generated $1,235 in donations and the 50/50 raffle brought in $825 while one lucky member went home with the other $825. The $2,060 raised helped us offset the cost of the event. The Board of Directors has loved hearing the positive feedback about the venue, the sound quality and the delicious food. We were also impressed by how friendly their fabulous staff members were--through the entire process. Our most important guests, our nonprofits were also comfortable and felt welcomed.
Speaking of our nonprofits, those Finalists who did not receive a grant have been sending their Wish Lists in! Please consider fulfilling some of their wishes. What a great way to honor someone or to give a gift to that person who is hard to buy for and doesn't want anything in particular--give a gift in their name to one of these fabulous nonprofits. You can find the Wish Lists here!
I wish the happiest of holidays for each of you and hope to see you in 2026. This has been a great learning experience and I am coming away from it loving Impact100 NWF even more. I look forward to supporting and cheering our 2026 Board of Directors on from the sidelines. I see great things ahead for this amazing group of generous women! With fondness & thanks for your support, Joni Wallace, President
impactnwf@impactnwf.org 850-830-0064 |
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Key Information in this Issue: |
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Membership Enrollment Events - Save the Date! 🗓 Mark your calendar for these exciting gatherings & invite your friends: -
January 11, 2026: Sunday Brunch, 12:30-2:30 pm at the Beach House, Sandestin
- January 21, 2026: Wednesday, 9:00-10:30 am at JoJo's Coffee & Goodness, Niceville
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February 17, 2026: Tuesday, 5:30-7:30 pm at the Gulfarium - a previous grant recipient!
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February 26, 2026: Thursday, 9:00-11:00 am at Coastal Coffee, Santa Rosa Beach
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March 5, 2026: Thursday, 5:30-7:30 pm at Jackacuda's Seafood & Sushi, Destin
- March 25, 2026: Wednesday, 5:30-7:30 pm at 3rd Planet Brewery, Niceville
- April 2, 2026: Thursday, 9:00-11:00 am at Main Brew Coffee, Ft Walton Beach
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April 12, 2026: Sunday, 1:00-3:00 pm at the Eagle's Nest at Blackwater, Crestview
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April 15, 2026: Wednesday, 9:00-11:00 am at 2 Birds Coffee, Miramar Beach
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April 28, 2026: Tuesday, 5:30-7:30 pm at Ruth's Chris, Destin
April 30, 2026: Membership Enrollment Deadline for 2026 |
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Would you like to be an ambassador for Impact100 NWF and help us to fund even more grants?
One way to spread the word is to host a pop-up event and invite your friends!
As a pop-up host, you will determine the time, location, and invitees, and we will provide materials and a spokesperson from the board of directors. Reach out today for more information on hosting a pop-up near you.
Email your membership committee at Membership@impactnwf.org or click on the address to start an email. |
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Membership Renewal for 2026 is Open - Renew now for possible Tax Benefits Now is the perfect time to renew your Impact100 membership for 2026. Renewing before December 31, 2025, may offer a potential tax benefit. We encourage you to consult your tax preparer, as individual circumstances vary.
How to renew:
💻 Online: Log into the Impact100 website and navigate to My Member Info > Billing Info > Pay Membership. Fees are applied to credit card payments. Need a printed invoice? It’s not required, but if you’d like one, you can generate it from your member account under Billing Info. ✉️ By mail: Send your renewal payment to Impact100 NWF, PO Box 4266, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32549.
Your early renewal helps us plan ahead and build momentum for another powerful year of philanthropy. Thank you for being part of this extraordinary community! |
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The app gives you quick access to newsletters, calendar events, registrations and other member information. Just click on the appropriate button on the right to download for Android or Apple devices. Another great tool to stay connected and "in the loop." |
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The mission of Impact100 of Northwest Florida, Inc. is to financially support nonprofit organizations in Okaloosa and Walton Counties by empowering women as philanthropists and leaders, by bridging the geographic areas of our region, and by leveraging the talents of diverse women to be a positive force for good in our community. |
Joni Wallace| President of Impact100 Northwest Florida |
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