Local Organizations Join Forces to Amplify Impact in Palm Beach County at the 2022

Wellington, FL - January 3, 2022 – Industrialist and philanthropist Andrew Carnegie said, “Teamwork is the fuel that allows common people to attain uncommon results.” With a shared impact-focused strategy, the Great Charity Challenge sponsored by Fidelity Investments® (GCC) is honored to be joining forces once again with United Way of Palm Beach County to attain incredible results for non-profit organizations. Scheduled to take place on Saturday, February 5, 2022, at the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center (PBIEC) in Wellington, Florida, the GCC aims to distribute $1 million to local non-profit organizations. To date, the annual show jumping competition that blends equestrian sport and philanthropy has raised and distributed $15.9 million to 276 charities over the past 12 years. While the GCC has been extremely blessed by the generous support of the equestrian community to date, partnerships stand at the core of the event’s foundation. It was a logical decision for both GCC and United Way of Palm Beach to work together to support local non-profits and help improve the lives of Palm Beach County residents.

For transparency purposes, the GCC operates out of a gift fund. This renewed partnership with United Way will enable the event to accept online donations, in the hopes of raising additional funds to support local charities. “We strongly believe that partnerships are necessary to accomplish great things,” commented GCC Executive Director Anne Caroline Valtin. “Joining forces with United Way of Palm Beach County and its team is a true opportunity to create a greater impact locally.” “United Way is proud to partner with the Great Charity Challenge presented by Fidelity Investments® again this year to increase support for the tremendous nonprofits in our community who are providing people with critical services needed to not only survive, but thrive during these difficult times,” said Dr. Laurie George, President & CEO of United Way of Palm Beach County. We invite you to join us and amplify your impact! With so many worthwhile organizations in our community and so many ‘asks for support,’ the idea of selecting one single cause can feel overwhelming. Joining this effort offers a unique opportunity to unite forces with like-minded individuals, families, and businesses to provide crucial support to over 40 local organizations this upcoming year.

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