El-Ad National Properties, an Elad Group company, announced today that ALINA Residences Boca Raton has surpassed $90 million in sales in 2026, including more than $30 million in sales this summer, as demand for move-in-ready luxury residences continues to drive momentum at the downtown Boca Raton community. The recent sales momentum leaves only 10 developer residences remaining at ALINA 220, marking the final opportunities to own within the award-winning, three-building luxury residential community. Further reinforcing the community's reputation for excellence, ALINA Residences was recently recognized among the inaugural residential communities to receive the VERIFIED™ Luxury Residences designation from Forbes Travel Guide, in collaboration with FirstService Residential and ATELIER CX. The designation recognizes luxury residential communities that achieve exceptional hospitality-inspired service standards and resident experiences. "Luxury buyers continue to prioritize exceptional quality, personalized service and residences that are ready to enjoy immediately," said Candace Jorritsma, vice president of sales and marketing for El-Ad National Properties. "Our continued sales momentum throughout the summer, coupled with this prestigious recognition from Forbes Travel Guide, reinforces what buyers have known all along: ALINA offers an unmatched luxury lifestyle in Boca Raton. With only 10 residences remaining, this is truly the final opportunity to become part of this extraordinary community." Among the recent sales are several of ALINA's most sought-after luxury residences, including expansive homes priced between approximately $6 million and nearly $7 million, reflecting continued demand from discerning buyers seeking spacious floor plans, resort-inspired amenities and a walkable downtown lifestyle. Developed by El-Ad National Properties, ALINA Residences comprises 303 luxury residences across three nine-story buildings. ALINA 200 and ALINA 210 are sold out and occupied, while ALINA 220 represents the final phase of the community. "Surpassing $90 million in sales this year, including more than $30 million during the summer months, is a testament to the continued strength of the Boca Raton luxury market and the exceptional work of our sales team," said Jay Phillip Parker, CEO of Brokerage, Douglas Elliman Florida Region and president of Douglas Elliman Development Marketing, Florida. "Move-in-ready projects like ALINA are limited in Boca Raton, and ALINA continues to stand apart by offering an established, amenity-rich community where buyers can move in immediately and enjoy the luxury lifestyle they've been seeking. That combination continues to drive strong demand." The recent Forbes Travel Guide recognition further distinguishes ALINA among the nation's premier luxury residential communities. As part of the VERIFIED™ Luxury Residences program, participating properties undergo a comprehensive evaluation focused on hospitality, service excellence and resident satisfaction, helping establish a new benchmark for luxury residential living. Situated between The Boca Raton and downtown Boca Raton, ALINA Residences offers more than three acres of resort-inspired amenities, including two rooftop pools, spa facilities with steam rooms and saunas, state-of-the-art fitness centers, golf simulator, yoga areas, club rooms, lush green spaces and a private dog park. Residents also enjoy convenient access to Boca Raton's acclaimed restaurants, shopping, cultural attractions and beaches. ALINA is entering its final selling season, offering one of the last opportunities to own a new luxury residence within one of downtown Boca Raton's most successful and sought-after residential communities. Private appointments may be scheduled by contacting the ALINA Residences Sales Gallery at sales@alinabocaraton.com. Douglas Elliman Development Marketing is the exclusive sales and marketing representative for ALINA Residences. By ML Staff.

Dustin Robinson, Esq, CPA, founding partner of LumaLex Law, is proud to announce that Bianca Lindau has joined the firm as a Senior Associate. At LumaLex Law, Lindau’s practice focuses on corporate transactions, venture financings, and commercial agreements for technology, healthcare, and emerging-industry clients. She regularly advises founders and growth-stage companies on entity formation, governance, M&A, and the negotiation of complex commercial contracts, including SaaS agreements, technology licenses, and joint development agreements. Lindau brings nearly four years of transactional experience to her practice, having previously served as an Associate at a boutique corporate and IP law firm, where she advised technology companies and startups on a broad range of corporate and commercial matters, including stock purchase agreements, investor rights agreements, SAFEs, and IP-centric licensing and acquisition agreements. Her work has also touched on the evolving legal landscape around generative AI, including published writing on the topic and collaboration with companies developing AI-enabled legal tools. Lindau holds an LLM from Cornell Law School, where she was awarded the Cantwell Prize for Exemplary Student Research and a CALI Award in Contracts. Lindau earned her German law degree (Diplom-Juristin) from Humboldt University Berlin and a Diploma in Legal Studies from King’s College London. She is admitted to practice in both Massachusetts and California. A native speaker of English, Spanish, and German, with proficiency in French, Lindau brings a global perspective to her work with clients and counterparties across jurisdictions. “Bianca’s sophisticated transactional experience, international perspective and deep understanding of technology-driven industries make her an outstanding addition to LumaLex Law,” said Robinson. “Her ability to navigate complex corporate, commercial and emerging technology matters will strengthen the strategic counsel we provide to founders and growth-stage companies. We are proud to welcome her to the firm and support her continued growth in this new role.” “I am excited to join LumaLex Law and contribute to a team that shares my commitment to providing practical, forward-looking counsel,” said Lindau. “I look forward to drawing on my transactional and international experience to help founders and growth-stage companies navigate complex corporate and commercial matters, pursue strategic opportunities and build a strong foundation for long-term growth.” LumaLex Law's multidisciplinary attorneys are licensed in Florida, New York, New Jersey, Massachusetts, and California; and the firm represents clients nationwide on matters involving federal regulatory compliance and other transactional matters. The firm offers counsel in cannabis law, healthcare, corporate transactions, mergers and acquisitions, commercial real estate, regulatory compliance, tax strategy and business law. Global Health & Pharma named the firm the Best Cannabis Law Firm in the United States and Best Cannabis Legal Services Provider in the Eastern United States, and Psychedelic Invest listed it among the Five Psychedelic Law Firms You Should Have on Your Radar. Founders of new or existing businesses seeking out a law firm they can trust can contact LumaLex Law via www.lumalexlaw.com/ to schedule a free legal consultation. By ML Staff.

Ann Storck Center – a Fort Lauderdale-based private nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the lives of children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities – will host a free seminar entitled “Arlene Lakin’s Clarifying Concepts: Educate Yourself on a Life with Developmental Disabilities” with a panel of community experts on Tuesday, Sept. 15, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the Ann Storck Center Adult Day Training Building. During the free seminar, the Ann Storck Center team and a panel of community experts will discuss navigating the needs of children with developmental disabilities. Ann Storck Center CEO Patricia (Pat) Murphy will moderate the panel alongside one of the Center’s residents, Jimmy’s mother, Mimi Tracey. Veteran, Advocate, Author, Founder and CEO of Special Compass, Jim Sayih, will welcome the crowd. Topics and speakers include: Navigating Florida's Medicaid Waiver – Regional Medicaid Waiver Supervisor, Agency For Persons With Disabilities, Pamela Romack Supporting the Supporters: Caregiver Wellness, Advocacy & Resources – Executive Director of Family Network on Disabilities, Wendy Bellack Prepared, Protected & Empowered: Safety Strategies & Emergency Preparedness – Emergency Management Specialist, Josette Hemingway Finding the Right Fit: Navigating Therapy Services & Community Resources – Assistant Executive Director of Children’s Diagnostic Treatment Center at Broward Health, Kristen Ely Guests in attendance will enjoy delicious refreshments and complimentary Ann Storck Center merchandise. The Arlene Lakin Advocacy Fund is a legacy program established to carry forward the inspired work of Arlene Lakin, who devoted her life to serving those who could not serve themselves, advocating for improved services and benefits for the disabled and their families. Lakin's indelible impact on the developmental disability landscape is profound, and the Fund is a fitting, enduring recognition of a tireless, selfless do-gooder. Lakin's youngest son Douglas has been a permanent resident of the Ann Storck Center since 1991. ​ The Center seeks to sustain the fund as a thoughtful reflection and show of gratitude. Ann Storck Center’s commitment is to an ongoing, innovative and accessible educational and informational platform to assist the entire developmental disability community, professionals, community agencies and partners, children and families, to better understand, access, navigate and manage the sometimes difficult and seemingly isolated pathways to resources and supports. Ann Storck Center recently acquired Victory Living Programs (VLP), expanding its comprehensive network of services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across South Florida. The acquisition brings VLP's respected supported living, employment, community inclusion, and recreational programs into the ASC family, strengthening resources, enhancing opportunities, and ensuring long-term sustainability for the individuals and families both organizations proudly serve. When: Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026, from 6 to 8 p.m. Where: Ann Storck Center Adult Day Training Center 1790 SW 43rd Way Fort Lauderdale, Florida 33317 Cost: The event is free and open to the community. Registration is required to attend. How: For more information, please visit https://www.annstorckcenter.org/arlene-lakin-seminar. To RSVP, please visit Bit.ly/ArleneLakinRSVP. By ML Staff.

Carolina Herrera has opened a new flagship boutique in Miami’s Design District, adding a sixth U.S. location for the New York based fashion house and expanding its presence in one of the city’s leading luxury and cultural destinations. The nearly 3,000 square foot store, located at 127 NE 41st Street, brings the full range of Carolina Herrera offerings to Miami, including ready to wear, eveningwear, handbags, accessories, beauty, fragrance, and eyewear. The boutique opened on Saturday, August 15, 2026, and coincides with the House’s 45th anniversary. Creative Director Wes Gordon led the design of the space in collaboration with interior designer Brandi Howe and Jessica Hyland of Hyland Studio, creating a custom concept for the Miami Design District location. The boutique features a dramatic arched façade, sculptural limestone, blush pink travertine flooring, soft pink Venetian plaster and sculptural furnishings, with signature touches of Herrera red throughout. Inside, curvilinear forms, geometric flooring and tactile finishes are used to create a refined but welcoming environment. A serpentine sofa anchors the main salon, while a sculptural staircase leads to an upper level with oak parquet flooring and a dedicated Carolina Herrera Beauty area that connects fashion, fragrance and accessories. Art plays a central role in the new flagship, reflecting the House’s Carolina Herrera for Women in the Arts initiative, which supports female identifying talent. The boutique incorporates original commissions that link fashion, contemporary art and design. Argentine artist Constanza Vallese created a custom floral motif for the boutique, expressed in sculptural tables, vases and decorative fixtures. Los Angeles based artist Liz Oliver designed a textile installation inspired by organic shell forms that hangs above the central salon, while Brooklyn based all women collective Choplet Ceramics produced handcrafted ceramic planters that appear throughout the space. The Miami Design District location is intended as an immersive destination where fashion, architecture and art intersect, aligning the House’s focus on craftsmanship and artistic collaboration with the neighborhood’s emphasis on design led retail and cultural experiences. The Carolina Herrera Miami Design District boutique is open Monday through Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Sunday from 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. More information about the brand is available on the Carolina Herrera website. By ML. Photo(s)/Carolina Herrera

Prada has introduced a new selection of women’s ready-to-wear pieces that focus on minimalist silhouettes and carefully considered contrasts. The collection emphasizes clean lines while incorporating subtle visual interest through texture and structure. The new looks feature delicate embroidery and luminous accents, creating unexpected harmonies within otherwise restrained designs. These details are used to enhance the tailoring and construction rather than dominate it, reinforcing the brand’s understated approach to sophistication. The latest women’s ready-to-wear pieces can be viewed on Prada’s official website, alongside additional new arrivals for women and men. By ML. Photo(s)/Prada

Aman is promoting a series of seasonal travel experiences across its international portfolio, highlighting outdoor adventures in the United States, cultural itineraries in Asia and private villa stays for late summer gatherings. Canyonland Experiences in Utah Set in an untouched stretch of the Utah desert, Amangiri and its sister retreat, Camp Sarika, offer back to nature stays with access to otherworldly canyon landscapes and late summer outdoor activities. Located a short flight from many US cities, the property provides guided excursions, desert hikes and opportunities to explore the surrounding canyonlands during the warmer months. Seasonal Journeys in Japan and Indonesia Aman is also focusing on multi stop itineraries across its properties in Japan, where landscapes transition from summer to autumn between Tokyo, Kyoto and Ise Shima. The brand’s Japanese retreats are positioned for guests interested in cultural experiences, changing foliage and city to countryside travel. In Indonesia, Aman’s collection of resorts is promoting travel during the dry season, when clear days and calm seas support outdoor exploration across multiple islands and coastal settings. Art Exhibition at Amanfayun in China At Amanfayun in Hangzhou, guests can experience a curated display of contemporary Eastern art that reflects the region’s cultural heritage. The property’s latest exhibition, Lu Shang’s "Encountering Plumes: The Hundred Crane Album," is scheduled to remain on view until 16 October 2026, adding an art focused dimension to stays in the historic city. Private Villas for Late Summer Gatherings Aman is highlighting its villas and private homes for guests seeking late summer gatherings with family and friends. The properties are presented as combining residential style seclusion with resort level services and support from multilingual reservations teams. By ML. Photo(s)/Aman

In Miami, the payment you see on a listing page and the payment you make after insurance and closing costs are included are two different numbers, and a large share of that gap is sitting in the ground under the house. That's why more buyers here are reading up on land-home packages, where you buy the manufactured home and the parcel it sits on together instead of renting the ground from someone else. Check what land is doing near you before you shop. The county data in MIAMI Realtors' monthly market statistics refreshes every month, and in 2026 it's the cheapest reality check available on median prices. Two homes can look identical from the curb and behave nothing alike on paper. Here, the land matters. What Buyers Actually Purchase in a Land-Home Deal How the package works in Florida A land-home package pairs a manufactured home with a legally usable parcel, and the work that connects the two (delivery and installation included) gets folded into a single purchase or financing plan. What that plan includes varies by dealer and property. Two quotes with the same headline price can describe very different projects. Three starting points are common. You may already own a parcel and just need a home for it. You may buy a lot the dealer controls. Or you may buy land under a separate contract with its own seller and its own closing, and in that case the word "package" describes a commercial arrangement rather than a promise that every component sits inside one quoted price. Who you buy from decides how many contracts you sign. Home Nation, a manufactured-home dealer that sells land-home packages to Florida buyers, handles the home and the site work that puts it on the lot, then hands the money side to outside lending partners. It isn't a bank. Buyers researching what is a land-home package for a mobile home should know that eligibility turns on credit history and verified income, and on whether the ground is already yours, which is why two buyers with the same budget can walk out with different terms. The sequence matters more than the marketing. Buying a manufactured home with land in Florida usually starts with a parcel review and a home selection. Financing approval and permitting follow. Site preparation and installation come next, and an inspection happens before closing, with the finished project required to match the plans and documentation the lender approved. Manufactured and modular homes are not interchangeable terms A manufactured home is built to the federal HUD Manufactured Home Construction and Safety Standards, which took effect on June 15, 1976, and which generally preempt state construction standards for the structure itself. A modular home is different. It's built in a factory to applicable state and local building codes, and in Florida it falls under the manufactured-building provisions of Chapter 553, Part I, Florida Statutes. "Mobile home" survives in Florida law and in the way buyers talk, so it shows up in statutes and dealer listings alike. The Florida Statutes include Section 320.0815, which governs mobile-home registration and decal requirements. Installation requirements sit in Rule 15C-1.0102 of the Florida Administrative Code. Confirm which code applies to your structure before you make any assumption about financing. Permanent installation by itself doesn't necessarily turn a manufactured home into real property. Section 319.261, Florida Statutes, sets out the process for retiring or canceling the certificate of title once the home is permanently affixed to land held by the same owner, and the required documents have to be recorded and reflected in the appropriate records. Land ownership and affixation are only half of it; the title treatment and the lender's documentation have to line up too. Miss one, and the home can stay personal property no matter how permanent it looks. Manufactured Home Lot Rent Versus Land Ownership The monthly payment can conceal different ownership models A $1,400 monthly payment tells you almost nothing on its own. Same number, different balance sheets. Only the underlying documents say which model you're actually in. Consideration Home on a rented lot Manufactured home with owned land Site-built home with land Land ownership No Yes Yes Recurring lot rent Usually No, but taxes and association charges may apply No, but taxes and association charges may apply Control over parcel Limited by the lease and by community rules Limited by zoning and deed restrictions; loan terms may add more Limited by zoning and deed restrictions; loan terms may add more Financing Often personal-property or community-specific financing May qualify for real-property financing if legal conditions are met Commonly mortgage financing Equity exposure Primarily tied to the home Tied to both land and home Tied to land and structure Moving risk Community rules and rent changes may affect occupancy Relocation is less relevant after permanent installation Not ordinarily movable Property classification decides which lenders will even look at an application, so the financing row tends to drive everything else in that comparison. Do manufactured homes appreciate with land? Manufactured homes on owned land can build equity, because the owner may benefit both from paying down principal and from changes in the combined property's market value. Appreciation isn't guaranteed. Location, condition, demand, and the land's value all influence it. A home financed as personal property on a leased site sits in a different ownership and equity structure altogether. In built-out parts of Miami-Dade, the parcel can supply a meaningful share of long-term value, simply because buildable residential land is limited. Improvements can help too. A permanent foundation and finished utility connections may support marketability and can widen the pool of lenders willing to treat the property as real estate, though nothing assures you that their full cost comes back at resale. What a South Florida Package Really Costs The home price is not the completed-project price An advertised home price represents just one line item in a completed project. A full budget must account for the parcel, survey, and title fees; site preparation; foundation; delivery; installation; permits; utility hookups; drainage; impact fees; and financing charges. In Miami-Dade, high water tables and flood elevation standards mean site development costs can equal or exceed the home's base price. Ask sellers for a written line-item breakdown that separates the home structure cost from lot-specific installation. Realistic budget expectations in South Florida Headline prices under $100,000 rarely include buildable land, permitting, or utility connections in South Florida; lower figures typically describe uninstalled base units or used inventory. While land-home packages can cost less than site-built homes, lot acquisition and site work dictate how much home a given budget can buy. If you already own a utility-ready lot, a $100,000–$200,000 budget allocates more capital directly toward the structure. If land purchase and extensive site development are still required, feasible home size shrinks rapidly. Pair current land sales data from the Miami-Dade County Property Appraiser with address-specific dealer and site estimates before setting a target budget. How Land-Home Package Financing Works in Florida Financing depends on how the home is titled Financing here may run through a real-property mortgage or a construction-to-permanent structure, and some lenders run programs of their own, provided the borrower qualifies and the property, once installed and re-titled, satisfies that program's rules. A home financed separately from leased land usually uses personal-property financing, commonly called a chattel loan. Rates and terms can differ between the two. Including land in the deal doesn't automatically qualify you for mortgage pricing. Two questions decide most of it in that first lender conversation: who owns the land at closing, and whether the title will be retired under Section 319.261 at or prior to closing. Then ask what the loan amount includes, and who covers the overage if site work runs past the allowance. Get the answers in writing. How much money do you have to put down? There's no single down-payment requirement for a land-home package. It depends on the lender and the loan program. Your borrower profile and the total project cost matter too, and so does how the property gets classified once it's installed. Verify any program-specific percentage against the official agency handbook in effect this year rather than a number quoted in an undated article. Owned land can sometimes count toward your equity position, subject to the appraisal and the lender's rules for counting land value. That isn't a guarantee that a parcel replaces a cash contribution. An appraiser's opinion of land value and a seller's asking price are two separate figures. What to Check Before Buying in Miami or South Florida Confirm that the parcel legally allows the home Vacant land doesn't automatically carry the right to put a manufactured home on it. Zoning is the first gate and not the only one. Lot dimensions and legal access have to work. The future land-use designation has to fit. And a private deed restriction can kill a plan on a parcel that zoning would happily allow, which is why a survey and a title review showing access and recorded restrictions belong in your hands before you sign a land contract. For a Miami-Dade property, take the folio number to the Miami-Dade County building and permitting authority, or to the municipality with jurisdiction. What another Florida county allows has no bearing on what your parcel allows. Requirements can also differ between unincorporated territory and an incorporated city. Price flood exposure and wind requirements before closing Pull the parcel's current panel from the FEMA Flood Map Service Center, then look at elevation and drainage before you finalize a budget. Insurers and lenders may require that information anyway, and an elevation requirement can move foundation costs substantially. Wind is the other half. Miami-Dade and coastal South Florida fall within federal HUD Wind Zone III, requiring the home structure to withstand sustained wind speeds of at least 110 mph. Site-level installation in Miami-Dade and Broward counties must also meet local High Velocity Hurricane Zone (HVHZ) standards under the Florida Building Code. These provisions demand specialized foundation anchoring, engineered tie-down systems, and impact-rated openings designed to resist design wind speeds of up to 175 mph. Verified compliance with both HUD Wind Zone III manufacturing specs and local HVHZ installation criteria is required before local building authorities will issue permit approval. Verify utilities and access at parcel level Water and power have to reach the parcel or be buildable to it. Sewer access, or a septic system that passes evaluation, is a separate question, and so is a driveway. A failed septic evaluation or a long service extension can add serious cost. The truck carrying a multi-section home also needs a route and a turning radius it can physically manage, so walk the delivery path with the installer before you close on the land. Read the contracts as separate obligations Buying the land is one deal, and the home is another. Installation, financing, and site work can each add a party and a deadline. Pin down who pulls the permits, and who pays when a delay costs money. Specify who approves a change order and who pays when the soil is unsuitable, or damage is found after the home is set. Consider having a Florida-licensed real estate attorney, or another qualified local professional, review the documents before you sign, especially where the land contract and the installation agreement refer to each other. Owning the Ground Changes the Calculation Land-home packages widen the set of ownership options open to some South Florida buyers, and what they're worth depends on whether the parcel genuinely suits the home and what the finished project genuinely costs. Before you sign, you should be able to state in writing who owns the parcel at closing and how the home will be titled once it's set. Then find out exactly which installation costs the loan covers. By ML Staff. Image generated via Gemini.

Bremont has appointed Daniel Bing as Chief Marketing Officer, giving him responsibility for leading the British watchmaker’s global marketing strategy as it pursues further international growth. Bing brings more than 20 years of international experience in marketing and brand strategy for luxury brands. He previously served as Marketing Director for the Americas at Vacheron Constantin, where he oversaw high-net-worth client acquisition, customer relationship management, cultural partnerships, boutique openings and integrated campaigns. Before that role, he spent a decade in luxury menswear marketing at Alfred Dunhill. In his new position at Bremont, Bing will oversee brand communications, customer engagement and integrated marketing, with a focus on supporting the company’s global expansion and reinforcing its status as a leading British luxury watchmaker. Bremont CEO Davide Cerrato said Bing’s background in high horology and experience in the US and UK markets will support the company’s next phase of growth, highlighting his track record at established luxury watch and menswear brands. By ML. Photo(s)/Bremont

Christian Dior Couture has released a new Qixi 2026 collection that highlights the art of embroidery through refined ready-to-wear and accessories. The line focuses on distinctly feminine pieces that feature the maison's Oblique Pastel Jacquard and Colibri motifs, reinterpreting signature patterns in soft tones and delicate textures. The collection is available through Dior's website and selected boutiques, offering a range of looks designed for the Qixi festival. By ML. Photo(s)/Christian Dior Couture

Burberry has introduced a seasonal range of lightweight tees, shirts and polos that feature the brand’s signature details and are designed for warm-weather dressing. The collection focuses on simple silhouettes elevated by heritage-inspired touches, offering pieces that can be paired with shorts and accessories for relaxed summer outfits. Customers can explore the new designs in the shirts and tops selection and browse polos and T-shirts online or in stores. By ML. Photo(s)/Burberry

New World Symphony has introduced a redesigned website intended to simplify access to concert schedules, fellowship information and virtual tours of the New World Center. The updated site offers streamlined navigation for visitors who want to explore upcoming performances, learn more about the academy’s training programs or take online tours of the Miami Beach venue. Audiences can visit the website for additional program details. Tickets are now available for the 2026-27 season, which will feature Ravel’s Boléro, Mozart’s Requiem, Mahler’s First Symphony and Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony, along with works by contemporary composers including Missy Mazzoli, Jessie Montgomery and Philip Glass. Patrons are encouraged to secure seats early to access introductory pricing and a wider selection of locations in the hall. Season and individual performance information, as well as ticket purchasing options, can be found on the New World Symphony site. By ML. Photo(s)/New World Symphony

The Community Foundation of Broward is marking Black Philanthropy Month and National Make-A-Will Month by underscoring how charitable giving and estate planning can help residents create lasting support for local causes. Black Philanthropy Month, observed globally each August, recognizes Black giving and encourages greater funding equity and community investment. The Community Foundation of Broward, guided by its “Cherish Diversity” core value, has expanded outreach since 2022 to partner with more Black philanthropists. These efforts have contributed to a 71% increase in charitable funds established by Black donors at the Foundation. Local examples include Burnadette Norris-Weeks and Aaron Weeks, who created an endowed donor-advised fund to provide permanent support for racial justice, equity, diversity and inclusion, and Community Foundation Board Chair Jonathan Allen and Timothy Allen, who established endowed scholarship funds honoring their father, civil rights attorney W. George Allen. Through endowed funds and estate commitments, these families are using philanthropy to expand opportunity and sustain a multigenerational legacy. National Make-A-Will Month highlights the importance of creating or updating a will, which can direct personal assets and extend charitable impact through planned giving. The Community Foundation works with donors and their advisors to structure estate gifts that launch or grow endowed funds, providing ongoing support for selected causes and organizations. Individuals who include the Foundation in their estate plans may join its Legacy Society, which now includes more than 150 philanthropists who have committed a combined $500 million in future gifts. A study commissioned by the Community Foundation of Broward, “Unlocking Opportunities: Shaping the Future of Charitable Giving in Broward County”, found that identity influences how and where households give and that diverse donors have been underrepresented in mainstream philanthropy. The research also identified growing interest in strategic giving tools such as donor-advised funds. Today, the Foundation oversees 590 charitable funds and has distributed nearly $215 million in grants since 1984, supporting areas such as education, the arts, career readiness, seniors, environmental resilience, health, housing, disaster relief and nonprofit capacity. More information about the Community Foundation of Broward is available on its website. By ML. Photo(s)/Community Foundation of Broward