Hats Off Nonprofit Awards
Who: Nonprofits First
What: 10th Annual Hats Off Nonprofit Awards
Where: Cohen Pavilion, Kravis Center, West Palm Beach
Highlights: Nonprofits First recognized the nonprofit organizations, professionals, volunteers, and community partners whose work strengthens Palm Beach County during this evening celebration that welcomed more than 525 guests. Attendees embraced the spirit of the evening by wearing hats ranging from creative handmade designs to hats representing the missions and personalities of their organizations. The 2026 Hats Off Nonprofit Awards honorees are:
- Legacy of Giving Award: Julie and John Kime
- Nonprofit of the Year Impact in Arts & Culture Award – Presented by Cultural Council for Palm Beach County: Palm Beach Symphony
- Nonprofit of the Year Impact in Education – Presented by Florida Power & Light: Max Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience
- Nonprofit of the Year in Health & Wellness – Presented by South Florida Foot and Ankle Centers: Quantum House
- Nonprofit of the Year Impact – Environment & Animal Welfare: Palm Beach Zoo & Conservation Society
- Nonprofit of the Year Impact in Family Service: Chasin A Dream Foundation
- Nonprofit Innovation Award: Center for Child Counseling
- Lifetime Achievement Award: David Nicholson
- Nonprofit Executive of the Year Award: Angelo Martinez, Barracks Legend Foundation
- Nonprofit Professional of the Year Award: Lauren Henderson, Junior Achievement of the Palm Beaches & Treasure Coast
- Nonprofit Volunteer of the Year Award: Desiree Reavis, United Way of Palm Beach County
- Nonprofit MVP of the Year Award: Amy Fariello-Hansen, Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Palm Beach
- Community Hero Award: Concetta Theros, Speak up for Kids
- Community Collaborator Awards: Loxahatchee River Historical Society, Bureau of Land Management
- People’s Choice Award: Tree of Life Resource Center
- Best Hat Award: Gulfstream Goodwill Industries
Photos by Capehart
