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2023 Better Living for Seniors Pinellas Grant Program
Better Living for Seniors Pinellas (BLS Pinellas) is a networking group of like-minded professionals dedicated to integrate and strengthen programs to meet the needs of our local Pinellas County elderly population. Under the guidance of the Area Agency for Aging of Pasco-Pinellas, Inc. (AAAPP), we fundraise annually to offer grants to local 501c3 organizations and/or government agencies who service Pinellas County seniors. This year, we awarded $18,544 to 8 deserving organizations.
Congratulations to our 2023 Recipients:
| Organizations | Amount |
|---|---|
| Alzheimer's Association Suncoast Chapter | $1,944.00 |
| ProMedica - Arden Courts of Largo | $600.00 |
| City of Tarpon Springs Recreation Division | $1,000.00 |
| Florida Dream Center | $4,000.00 |
| Gulfport Multipurpose Senior Center Foundation | $5,000.00 |
| Seasons Hospice Foundation | $2,000.00 |
| Weissman Day Center | $2,000.00 |
| Seniors in Service of Tampa Bay | $2,000.00 |
Applications for the 2024 grant cycle will be made available in late April or early May of 2024. You may request to be on our mailing list by email, blspinellasgrants@gmail.com.
Thank you to our committee, our community volunteer jurors, and the Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas for their partnership.
We had the honor to award $17,000 to 10 organizations listed below that provide services and programs to Pinellas County Seniors.
S.A.G.E.S. Theater ($1,500)
Pinellas Park Angel Fund ($3,000)
Ruth's Promise ($1,000)
Disability Achievement Center ($2,000)
Caregiver Paws ($2,000)
City of Largo - Largo PD Senior Services Program ($3,000)
Be A Santa to A Senior ($500)
Metropolitan Ministries ($3,000)
Voices of Hope for Aphasia ($500)
Morean Arts Center ($500)