An Evening Of Food, Community And Impact For Foster Youth - 11th Annual "Eat Your Heart Out" To Benefit Heart Gallery Of Broward County Returns

"We are thrilled to bring back this beloved and delicious event for its 11th year with the support of local restaurants and sponsors," said Dr. Mary Kinirons, Executive Director of Heart Gallery of Broward County. " Every year, ‘Eat Your Heart Out’ is a celebration of community, compassion and connection. It’s also a reminder of the vital mission at the heart of it all — to ensure every child has a safe, loving home.”

Confirmed restaurant partners include The Capital Grille, P.F. Chang’s, Sicilian Oven, Sweeter Days Bake Shop, Todd's Catering and Aquaplex Fort Lauderdale with more to be announced soon. Previous participating restaurants have included Boatyard, Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurants, Eddie V’s, Tulio’s Tacos and Tequila, Press & Grind Café, Takato, Seasons 52, Moksha and Funky Buddha.

“BBI is a strong supporter of this worthy nonprofit that makes a difference in the lives of children who need a loving home and strengthens families, “said Robert Taylor, CEO of BBI. “It is our honor to present ‘Eat Your Heart Out’ as a means to bring people together for the common goal of raising funds for vital programs that create opportunities to establish connections between kids in need and loving families.”

In addition to gourmet bites and sips, the evening will feature live entertainment, raffle drawings and a silent auction with unique experiences and luxury prizes.

“Galleria Fort Lauderdale is proud to host, and sponsor ‘Eat Your Heart Out’ again as part of our ongoing philanthropic efforts,” said Melissa Milroy, Senior Marketing Manager of Galleria Fort Lauderdale. “This popular annual event offers the perfect recipe for creating a deliciously good time and raising money for a stellar cause.”

The Heart Gallery of Broward County launched in 2007 as a traveling photography exhibit of foster youth awaiting adoption and has since evolved to provide innovative programs that recruit adoptive families, enrich foster youth lives, and support adoptive families through community partnerships. This event is the organization’s largest and most successful fundraiser.

Tickets are $100 per person and include complimentary valet parking. Tickets are on sale at: www.heartgalleryofbroward.org/event/eyho. For sponsor opportunities or more details, call: (954) 918-3008. Or email: mary@heartgalleryofbroward.org. (Photos credit: Michael Murphy Photography)

About Heart Gallery of Broward County

The Heart Gallery of Broward County, one of over 100 independent Heart Galleries nationwide, is a respected nonprofit with a mission to provide innovative programs that help to promote the adoption and enrichment of Broward's foster youth. Established in October 2006, the Heart Gallery of Broward began as a traveling photography exhibit showcasing foster children awaiting adoption, featuring professional photographs and personal biography cards to highlight their personalities. Today, the gallery has transitioned to an online format to further the protection of our youth. The organization’s outreach efforts focus on adoption education and recruitment with three main program pillars: Finding Forever Families, recruiting adoptive families through community events and educational outreach; Youth Enrichment, enhancing the lives of foster youth with programs like Birthday Buddy, Back-to-School Shopping Spree, holiday parties and community outings lovingly called Heart Days and the WE CARE program, providing resources and support through community partnerships to address the needs of adoptive families and prevent adoption breakdowns. Since its inception, Heart Gallery has helped place over 500 children in loving, permanent homes.

For more information or to adopt, volunteer or donate, please visit: www.heartgalleryofbroward.org.