IMPACT100 NORTHWEST FLORIDA NEWSLETTER | JANUARY 2026 |
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Message From The President: Ladies of ImpactNWF,
Happy New Year & welcome to 2026! We know that 2026 is a year of significant milestones! We will celebrate the 250th Anniversary of our great country. My husband Kent & I will celebrate our 20th wedding anniversary. I am sure that each of you is looking forward to many personal milestone achievements as we enter the new year! As we look forward to these known milestones, I am eager to see what new ones we can reach.
In this, I am honored to serve as your 2026 Board of Directors’ President. It is a privilege to have the opportunity to lead an organization filled with such talented passionate women. Personally, my life mantra has long been to make a difference in the lives of others. This belief fuels my dedication to our mission & inspires me to serve alongside each of you.
Our membership shares a commitment to our mission: 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 communities. This guiding purpose unites us through collective giving to achieve even greater philanthropic efforts.
“We don’t need wealthy women; we need generous women!”
- Founding Member, Della Goodson
Your annual $1,000 Membership, leveraged through collective giving, drives meaningful progress across Okaloosa and Walton Counties. Since 2012, we have awarded impactful grants totaling $5,386,000! This milestone is a testament to generosity of our members. We have built an organization that gracefully uplifts & inspires our members. We consistently channel our generosity & vision. We identify & support impactful projects. Together, we build a stronger community & I am truly grateful to be a part of this incredible journey.
I look forward to serving alongside each of you to accomplish our mission & celebrate the many milestones yet to come in the new year.
With that in mind, I hope that you will join me for our first event of the year: 12:30-2:30 on Sunday January 11, 2026, at the Beach House at Sandestin! See the full article below for more information and a link to register your attendance.
Thank you for your unwavering dedication. Together, let’s strive toward another year of success as we come together to make a difference in the lives of others!
With Much Gratitude,
Mary M. Tinsley
Board of Directors, President
impactnwf@impactnwf.org |
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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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🌊 Sunday Brunch with a View Invite your friends and join us Sunday, January 11th, 12:30–2:30 PM at the Beach House at Sandestin for great food, beautiful views, and an inspiring update from Children’s Volunteer Health Network (CVHN), one of our 2024 grant recipients. Rose, CVHN’s dental hygienist, will showcase their new dental van—a chance to see our donation dollars at work!
Come hungry, leave inspired. |
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☕ Coffee & Conversation with Impact100
Come connect with the generous women making an impact in Okaloosa and Walton counties and bring a friend!
Join us on Wednesday, January 21st from 9–10:30 AM at JoJo’s Coffee and Goodness in Niceville for a relaxed morning gathering. This is the perfect chance to enjoy a great cup of coffee and introduce others to the spirit of Impact100.
Our membership team will be on hand to assist with registrations, renewals, and answer any questions. Drop in, say hello, and let’s share community, conversation, & connection together! |
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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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NOW is the Time to Join and Invite Your Friends! 💻Online: For returning members, 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, Attention: Finance, PO Box 4266, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32549. 👩🤝👩In Person: Attend & pay at a membership enrollment event. |
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Welcome to the new 2026 Board of Directors! |
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If you missed our Grant Recipient Announcement, |
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Mobile App - Download Now!
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. |
Mary Tinsley| President of Impact100 Northwest Florida |
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