AVID Certification
We are proud of our program team members for becoming AVID certified! AVID, which stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination, is a learning-readiness program designed to help students develop the skills they need to be successful in school, with the ultimate goal of graduating college. The program places special emphasis on growing writing, critical thinking,
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on 27 June 2021, in News
2021 Graduates!
Oceans 234 restaurant in Deerfield Beach treated our graduates to a delicious 4-course meal in celebration of their momentous accomplishments. What a treat it was, starting with appetizers like calamari and chicken wings and a delicious salad followed by a choice of main courses, finished off with cake for dessert. Each graduate had the opportunity
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on 22 June 2021, in News
First Day at BFF
We are thrilled to introduce our two newest Best Foot Forward team members, Alexis Forbes and Kristina Keel. Alexis joins the team in a brand new position, our College Case Manager, created to assist our students with the non-academic piece of their very complicated lives, allowing them to better focus on school. Kristina joins us
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on 22 June 2021, in News
Steve Weagle Bike
We are so grateful to our longtime supporter Mark Minkin for donating the Steve Weagle bike to our agency, once again! He bids on the bike and supports the Red Cross, and then donates the bike to BFF so we can raise money with the bike! It is a win/win and we truly appreciate the
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on 08 June 2021, in News
Triathlon for BFF
We are so thankful for the support of Tony and Tara Ruberg, as well as their friends and family, for their generous donation to BFF. They are new to the area and decided to get involved right away. Tony said “After turning 40 last year I decided I wanted to complete my first triathlon and
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on 26 May 2021, in News
Volunteer Appreciation 2021
We are so grateful to all our BFF volunteers! They are incredibly important to us as they are always there when we need them. They provide both time and support in a wide variety of ways. From tutoring, to baking, to wrapping gifts, to making candy bags, to preparing care and food packages…and so much
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on 01 May 2021, in News
Spring 2021 Newsletter
Touching moments! Special deliveries! Amazing events! Our latest newsletter shares all about our Easter home deliveries, our successful BASH fundraising event, Best FootBALL Forward, and more! Read the newsletter here!
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on 17 April 2021, in News
VoyageMIA April 2021
We are so proud to have our co-founder Donna Biase spotlighted on VoyageMIA, Hidden Gems. At VoyageMIA, they strive to tell the stories of everyday heroes and to bring as much exposure as possible to hard-working people who are doing something unique and impactful with their lives. Click here to read the article!
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on 08 April 2021, in News
Easter Deliveries
We spotted the Easter Bunny heading to our kids with a special delivery! 🐰Thanks to our incredible volunteers for creating the most adorable Easter baskets, and our coaches for delivering them all over the county! Since the pandemic began, we have looked for ways to see our students in-person, while making sure they had every
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on 02 April 2021, in News