Monday, March 31, 2014

Monday, March 24, 2014

Boating and Beach Bash Thank You

The Boating & Beach Bash for People with Disabilities was an incredible and heartwarming event that we are proud to have the honor of being the Title Sponsor of. The thrill of a boat ride, the dancing in the rain, and the interactions with Superheros left joy on the faces on not only the attendees, but the volunteers, exhibitors, and caregivers.  A special thank you for the outpouring of support from the community to make this event possible.

Check out some photos from Vmastudios here:

To see coverage by WPTV, click here

Thank you WPTV!

Thank you WPTV for coming out to the Boating & Beach Bash for People with Disabilities, March 22, 2014, 10 - 3PM!

http://www.wptv.com/news/region-s-palm-beach-county/boca-raton/6th-annual-boat-and-beach-bash-for-people-with-disabilities-kicks-off-in-boca-raton

Friday, March 21, 2014

Excited for Boating and Beach Bash!

We're so excited for the Boating & Beach Bash for People with Disabilities, March 22, 2014, 10 - 3PM tomorrow morning!!!


Boating and Beach Bash TOMORROW!



MIRACLE ON THE INTRACOASTAL RETURNS TO BOCA RATON FOR 6th YEAR

The Boating & Beach Bash for People with Disabilities, March 22, 2014, 10 - 3PM, will take place on Saturday, March 22, at Spanish River Park, 3001 NORTH OCEAN BLVD. (A1A), in Boca Raton, FL.

This year’s Bash is sponsored by Unicorn Children’s Foundation.

The Bash is the Largest Free, Fun-Event in the Nation for the Special Needs Community.

Upwards of 6000 children, adults and Wounded Warriors will be treated to a day of fun on Land and Sea.

SPECIAL ADDED ATTRACTION: CHRIS P. BACON, AMERICA’S FAVORITE PIG WITH DISABILITIES TO ATTEND.

WHAT: 6,000 people with disabilities, caregivers and families, will participate in the largest, free, fun day in the nation for those with special needs. The 6th Annual Boating & Beach Bash for People with Disabilities will be held 10:00 am – 3:00 pm, at Spanish River Park, 3001 North Ocean Blvd. (A1A), in Boca Raton, FL. The day features yacht rides on 20 privately owned boats, donated by members of Boca’s famed royal palm yacht & country club. All rides will be supervised by 30 active us coast guard and 3 marine patrol boats, insuring safety for all. Rides last approximately one half hour.

The bash offers complimentary admission to the park, BBQ lunch with all the trimmings, and outstanding performers like Nick Aquilino, Fabian Hernandez, Carly Joe Jackson, Kendra Erika, Lizzy Sider, Cara Young and Maggie Baugh. These popular South Florida singers will rock the park in a non-stop, day-long concert. This year a special guest will be America’s favorite animal with disabilities, Chris P. Bacon, as seen on countless tv programs and inspiring youtube videos.

There will also be a tented promenade zone to showcase 20 florida-based foundations and corporations offering goods and services for people with various challenges. Costumed action heroes, Ronald McDonald, therapy ponies and service dogs will mix and mingle with the guests.

Already recognized as the nation’s foremost free event for people with disabilities, a highlight of this year’s bash includes the chance to participate in low impact sporting activities, designed and supervised for the bash by the medical team from Pinecrest Rehabilitation Hospital, at the Delray Medical Center.

WHEN: Saturday, March 22, 2014, 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM

WHERE: Spanish River Park, 3001 NORTH OCEAN BLVD. (A1A) in Boca Raton, FL., between Spanish River Blvd and Palmetto Park Road

WHY: This is the 6th year that community volunteers have given so much of themselves to host a FREE event that celebrates diversity in South Florida. The event salutes area residents and visitors with cross disabilities, their families and caregivers. The volunteers raise every penny, all of which goes to this event. There are no salaries. There are no profits. There is only a shared sense of joy and deep satisfaction that they are making a difference

WHAT’S HAPPENING: Free admission, parking and beach access for the day at Spanish River Park. Free hotdogs, burgers, chips, and beverages, live bands, singers, supervised yacht rides, an Exhibitor’s Zone, Kid’s Fun Zone, kite flying on the beach, therapy ponies and pups, costumed action heroes and much more. Hundreds of volunteers from the public and private sectors will welcome and host guests, their caregivers and families



Thursday, March 20, 2014

LARGEST, FREE, FUN DAY IN THE NATION

6,000 PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, CAREGIVERS AND FAMILIES, WILL PARTICIPATE IN THE LARGEST, FREE, FUN DAY IN THE NATION FOR THOSE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS.

Boating & Beach Bash for People with Disabilities, March 22, 2014, 10 - 3PM, AT SPANISH RIVER PARK, 3001 NORTH OCEAN BLVD. (A1A), IN BOCA RATON, FL. 

THE DAY FEATURES YACHT RIDES ON 20 PRIVATELY OWNED BOATS, DONATED BY MEMBERS OF BOCA’S FAMED ROYAL PALM YACHT & COUNTRY CLUB. ALL RIDES WILL BE SUPERVISED BY 30 ACTIVE US COAST GUARD AND 3 MARINE PATROL BOATS, INSURING SAFETY FOR ALL. RIDES LAST APPROXIMATELY ONE HALF HOUR.

THE BASH OFFERS COMPLIMENTARY ADMISSION TO THE PARK, BBQ LUNCH WITH ALL THE TRIMMINGS, AND OUTSTANDING PERFORMERS LIKE Nick AquilinoFABIAN HERNANDEZCarly Jo Jackson MusicKendra ErikaLizzie Sider, CARA YOUNG AND Maggie Baugh.

THESE POPULAR SOUTH FLORIDA SINGERS WILL ROCK THE PARK IN A NON-STOP, DAY-LONG CONCERT. THIS YEAR A SPECIAL GUEST WILL BE AMERICA’S FAVORITE ANIMAL WITH DISABILITIES, Chris P Bacon Pig on Wheels, AS SEEN ON COUNTLESS TV PROGRAMS AND INSPIRING YOUTUBE VIDEOS.

THERE WILL ALSO BE A TENTED PROMENADE ZONE TO SHOWCASE 20 FLORIDA-BASED FOUNDATIONS AND CORPORATIONS OFFERING GOODS AND SERVICES FOR PEOPLE WITH VARIOUS CHALLENGES. COSTUMED ACTION HEROES, RONALD MCDONALD, THERAPY PONIES AND SERVICE DOGS WILL MIX AND MINGLE WITH THE GUESTS.

ALREADY RECOGNIZED AS THE NATION’S FOREMOST FREE EVENT FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES, A HIGHLIGHT OF THIS YEAR’S BASH INCLUDES THE CHANCE TO PARTICIPATE IN LOW IMPACT SPORTING ACTIVITIES, DESIGNED AND SUPERVISED FOR THE BASH BY THE MEDICAL TEAM FROM PINECREST REHABILITATION HOSPITAL, AT THE DELRAY MEDICAL CENTER.

Map of Boating and Beach Bash

Here is a map of the grounds of the upcoming Boating & Beach Bash for People with Disabilities, March 22, 2014, 10 - 3PM on A1A in Spanish River Park, Boca. 

Hope to see you all there!




Thursday, March 13, 2014

CALLING ALL VOLUNTEERS!

We are the title sponsors of an incredible, inclusive, community event on Saturday, March 22. Unicorn Children’s Foundation will have 3 tents to display information about our organization and we are in need of help to greet attendees and educate them about what we do. 

Boating & Beach Bash for People with Disabilities, March 22, 2014, 10 - 3PM will be held from 10-3 at Spanish River Park in Boca Raton. The event is the nation’s largest, free, fun day that celebrates the varying abilities of those in attendance. There will be free BBQ lunches, a nonstop concert, action heroes, therapy animals, and rides on the Intracoastal Waterway aboard two dozen yachts and motor boats.

We need volunteers for any length of time to help us between 9am and 4pm (includes setup and breakdown time). Please email Sharon Alexander at salexander@unicornchildrensfoundation.org if you are interested and available.

It is a great day, great location, and you can’t beat the experience of seeing the smiling faces on those who live daily with the challenges of learning and physical differences. Thank you for giving so generously of your time!

2014 Boating & Beach Bash for People with Disabilities, March 22, 2014, 10 - 3PM STAYS AFLOAT WITH COMMUNITY SUPPORT

Upwards of 6000 Expected to Attend March 22, Event at Spanish River Park in Boca Raton, FL

March 11, 2014, BOCA RATON, FL… Nonprofit organizations, corporate sponsors and private citizens have rallied again this year to fund the annual Boating & Beach Bash for People with Disabilities. A burst of community support, including a title sponsorship grant from Unicorn Children’s Foundation, has insured that the 6th annual Bash maintains its reputation as the biggest, free, fun-day event in the nation for people with physical and/or intellectual challenges.

Thanks to Unicorn and the generosity of the public and private sectors, the 2014 Bash will be held Saturday, March 22, from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, at Spanish River Park on A1A in Boca Raton, FL. Upwards of 6,000 guests are expected to participate, including children, adults, wounded warriors, and their respective caregivers. Families of special needs guests are also encouraged to attend.

New to the Bash this year will be the addition of low impact sporting events designed to accommodate the abilities of Bash attendees vs. their disabilities. Dr. Paul Schwartz, Medical Director of Pinecrest Rehabilitation Hospital at the Delray Medical Center, along with the hospitals Recreational Rehabilitation Director, Tiffany Charlson, having been working with their staff to offer Bash guests numerous fun, sporting challenges, from casting for magnetized fish, to wheelchair yoga and kite flying.

Guests attending the free event will be treated to a complimentary BBQ lunch, a nonstop concert, the chance to meet their favorite action heroes and, at the centerpiece of the Bash, the opportunity to enjoy a free ride on the Intracoastal Waterway aboard two dozen yachts and motor boats, lent for the day by members of Royal Palm Yacht & Country Club.

A Fun Zone, an Exhibitor Zone, therapy ponies, service dogs, storytelling beneath the trees, live music, and two DJ’s playing the latest hits, round out the day’s offerings. For further information visit: www.boatingbeachbash.com or call 561.715.2622.

About Unicorn Children’s Foundation: Boca Raton based Unicorn Children’s Foundation is dedicated to education, awareness, and research on behalf of children and young adults with developmental, communication, and learning disorders. Unicorn inspires and empowers individuals with Neurodiversity to lead productive and fulfilling lives. Unicorn is located at 21100 Ruth & Baron Coleman Blvd. Suite 250, Boca Raton, FL 33428

Tuesday, March 11, 2014

Play Golf. See Diana Ross. Help those with Neurodiversity.

There are still tickets available!! 100% of the proceeds from the Diana Ross concert tickets go directly to Unicorn Village Academy!

There are NO bad seats! There will be four massive screens and a fabulous sound system and setup. It will be an outstanding evening!

Visit out website for more information, FAQs and to secure your tickets today!

http://www.unicornchildrensfoundation.org/dianaross/



Saturday, March 8, 2014

Diana Ross Concert to Benefit Unicorn Children's Foundation

See Diana Ross LIVE in concert on April 1, 2014 at Boca West Country Club and dance the night away for a good cause!

ALL proceeds for the show go directly to Unicorn Village Academy when you purchase your tickets through us.

Everyone wins!

Purchase your tickets here: http://www.unicornchildrensfoundation.org/dianaross/




Friday, March 7, 2014

Thank You to our Live Auction Donors!

We would like to give a special thank you to all of our generous Live Auction Donors for helping us raise a lot of money for individuals who think, learn and communicate differently!
Gregory's Fine Jewelry donated stunning 18K gold chandelier earrings with 5.5 carats of diamonds.
Jon Secada and Mar-A-Lago donated brunch for 4 the next morning after the gala at Mar-a-Lago
Bluegreen Vacations donated a 7-night vacation stay.
Scott Grody Travel donated any voyage on the Azamara Club Cruise for 2
Valeria Rosenbloom, Dr. Mark Rosenbloom, Wheel of Fortune and Dr. Phil all donated a California Dream Package: A week stay in a Malibu home with airfare for 2 with 4 VIP tickets (and some pretty cool merch!) to both Wheel of Fortune and Dr. Phil
Winspire and Angela Fisher donated an Indy-Style Open-wheel Racing experience for 2, a 3-night stay in at a Hyatt Place hotel, Airfare, and Winspire booking & concierge service
HaviArt donated beautiful paintings of Marilyn Monroe and Donald J. Trump

Footage from Noche Caliente Tropical!

Catch interviews and highlights from our Media Sponsor, Eye On South Florida, as Host Evan Golden talked with our members, attendees, Mr.Donald J. Trump and Grammy award winner Jon Secada at Noche Caliente Tropical.

View it here: http://www.eyeonsouthflorida.com/noche-caliente-tropical-presented-by-unicorn-childrens-foundation/

Thank You For Supporting Noche Caliente Tropical!

We would like to thank everyone for supporting Noche Caliente Tropical on Saturday, March 1, 2014 at Mar-A-Lago. We could not have done it without our incredible Event Chairs, Andres Garcia, Jr. and Lily Braun. We would also like to thank our Honorary Chair, Donald J. Trump for not only being our Key to Unlocking Potential 2014 Honoree, but for being such a big supporter of Unicorn.

Thank you to our Generous Sponsors:

IMAGINATION SPONSOR
Barry & Silvana Halperin
JD & Genevieve Murphy

KNOWLEDGE SPONSOR
Barry & Sylvie Rosenbloom
Mike & Valeria Rosenbloom

VALET SPONSOR
Nav-TV

FRIENDS OF UNICORN SPONSOR
Phillip Kendall
Craig & Yosefa Platt
Mike & Valeria Rosenbloom
Mr. Paul Scardera
Thomas Family Foundation

MEDIA SPONSOR
Eye On South Florida

SPECIALTY SPONSOR
LEBLON Cachaça

JON SECADA UNDERWRITTEN BY
An Anonymous Donor

Thank you to our amazing Committee and Volunteers for all of your help, hard work and dedication into making this year such an enormous success! Jon Secada was sensational and we are so grateful for having him grace the stage of Mar-a-Lago. Of course, we would like to thank each and every one of our supporters who attended, bought an auction item or program ad, or made a donation.

You all help us invest in innovative education, awareness, advocacy, and research initiatives for individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders, such as ADHD, Asperger’s, autism, bipolar, dyslexia, and other learning disorders.

Tuesday, March 4, 2014

Saturday, March 1, 2014

Noche Caliente Tropical Tonight!

Tonight's the night! Noche Caliente Tropical featuring Jon Secada will blow you away!

Here is a sneak preview of our gorgeous room at Mar-a-Lago thanks to Xquisite Events, Inc.