University Club of Orlando, Boy Scouts host Cocktails for a Cause and Silent Auction that Raised More than $5,000 for Ronald McDonald House

ORLANDO, Fla. --- The University Club of Orlando and Eagle Scout Candidate James Phillips raised more than $5,000 for Ronald McDonald House recently at a Cocktails for a Cause event at the University Club.

Justin Wright, events director at The University Club of Orlando, said the funds will go toward a new activity room at the local Ronald McDonald House, which provides housing for families of seriously ill children receiving treatment at local hospitals.

Wright said Phillips, who planned the new activity room as his Eagle Scout project, secured over 50 donated items for the silent auction and local Boy Scouts assisted in manning the event, as well as setup and clean up.

So far this year, the University Club’s Cocktails for a Cause events have raised more than $75,000 for local charitable endeavors and organizations, Wright said.

University Club of Orlando Foundation Golf Tournament Raises More than $8,000 for College Scholarships

ORLANDO, Fla. --- The University Club of Orlando Foundation raised more than $8,000 for college and university scholarships for deserving Central Florida students at its recent golf tournament, held at Stoneybrook West in Winter Garden.

Justin Wright, events manager at The University Club of Orlando said 128 golfers participated in the 18-hole tournament which was won by foursome Mike Wright, Jay McGirt, Tim Jackson and Jay Brennan.

The University Club of Orlando Foundation raises more than $50,000 annually to provide scholarships for deserving students at the University of Central Florida, Rollins College, Seminole State College in Lake Mary and Valencia College in Orlando, Wright said.

Silent Auction at University Club of Orlando Raises $25,000 to Benefit Wounded Warriors Outdoors

ORLANDO, Fla. --- A silent auction at The University Club of Orlando raised more than $25,000 to benefit Wounded Warriors Outdoors, a not-for-profit group whose mission is to reward active duty wounded servicemen with the therapeutic trip of their lifetime: a small way of thanking them for their unselfish personal sacrifices in helping to preserve our freedom.

Cole Whitaker, who heads Hendricks & Partners’ Orlando regional office emceed the Cocktails for a Cause event, which was Wounded Warriors Outdoors first ever fundraiser.

More than 150 people attended, said Susan Greene, general manager of The University Club of Orlando.

The University Club of Orlando Cocktails for a Cause events have raised more than $100,000 over the past three years to benefit area civic, community and charitable organizations.
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For more information, contact:Susan Greene, General Manager, The University Club of Orlando 407-425-2514, gm@ucluborlando.com; Cole Whitaker, Southeast Partner, Hendricks & Partners 407-218-8880 cwhitaker@HPAPTS.com

University Club of Orlando Cocktails for a Cause Raises More than $6,000 for Coastal Conservation Association

ORLANDO, Fla. --- The University Club of Orlando recently hosted a Cocktails for a Cause event that raised more than $6,000 for the Coastal Conservation Association of Florida (CCA).

Susan Greene, general manager at the University Club of Orlando, said Cocktails for a Cause events at the University Club have raised more than $20,000 for the Coastal Conservation Association within the past two years.

The University Club’s fundraising efforts focus on a wide range of events including golf tournaments and scholarship funds.

Cocktails for a Cause receptions at The University Club have raised more than $100,000 for civic and charitable groups over the past three years.
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For more information contact:Susan Greene, General Manager, The University Club of Orlando 407-425-2514, gm@ucluborlando.com

New University Club of Orlando President Has Eyes on Growth, Expansion, Emphasis on Younger Members

ORLANDO, Fla. --- Jennifer Nichols Kennedy, who was recently named president of The University Club of Orlando, said the area’s oldest and largest social club for business leaders and corporate executives added more than 100 new members in 2010 and she plans to focus on growth, expansion and adding younger members during her one year term.

Kennedy, a partner at TJNG Interior Designs in Maitland, said she has been working with the U committee to explore ways The University Club can expand long range.

“We have looked at several options and we think if the market is right, an expansion of the facility is possible within the next two to five years,” Kennedy said.

Expansion options include selling or tearing down the club’s existing site on the corner of Central Blvd and Rosalind Ave. across from the Orlando Public Library and moving to a new location or redeveloping the choice downtown site.

“Our successful campaign to grow our membership has resulted in a whole new vitality and can do attitude at the club,” Kennedy explained.

“We expect our membership will continue to grow and we have a strong need to expand our facilities,” she said.
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For more information about this press release, contact: Jennifer Nichols Kennedy, President, The University Club of Orlando, 407-425-2514, jkennedy@tjng.com; Susan Greene, General Manager, The University Club of Orlando 407-425-2514, gm@ucluborlando.com

University Club of Orlando looking for partner from radio or TV station to honor hero

University Club of Orlando looking for partner from radio or TV station to honor hero

ORLANDO, Fla. - The University Club of Orlando would like to join forces with a local media affiliate to produce “A Hero’s Wedding.”

The concept, according to Susan Greene, general manager of the University Club of Orlando, is that the Club is providing a glamorous wedding – the complete package – during the early fall of this year for one of Orlando’s heroes.

Any media affiliate who would like to join with the University Club will play the major role in nominating and selecting the hero – a returning veteran, a firefighter, police officer or teacher who is worthy of praise.

“We will provide a wedding package in the $10,000 range, including invitations, flowers, cake, reception, bar service, dinner, and photography,” Greene said.

The media partner will promote the hero’s wedding concept heavily through public relations and local media.

The wedding event itself will likewise generate sustained media content.

If you are interested in joining in this event, please contact Susan Greene, University Club general manager, to discuss the parameters.

Contact:

Susan Greene, General Manager, University Club of Orlando 407-425-2514 GM@UCLUBORLANDO.COM; or

Larry Vershel, Larry Vershel Communications 407-644-4142 Lvershelco@aol.com.

University Club of Orlando Raises more than $50,000 Through Cocktails for a Cause Fundraisers

University Club of Orlando Raises more than $50,000 Through Cocktails for a Cause Fundraisers, Next one will Benefit Florida Health Systems’ Orlando Health Foundation

ORLANDO, Fla. - The University Club of Orlando, which has raised more than $50,000 since last September through its Cocktails for a Cause program for local charities, plans to host “Tips for Trauma” on Thursday, Feb. 26.

The Cocktails for a Cause fundraiser will run from 5:30 to 7 p.m. and will benefit Florida Health Systems’ Orlando Health Foundation.

Susan Greene, general manager of the University Club of Orlando, said one recent Cocktails for a Cause helped raise more than $11,000 for Coastal Conservation.

The University Club of Orlando is located across from the Orlando Public Library on Central Ave. and Rosalind Blvd. in downtown Orlando.

For more information about this press release, contact:

Susan Greene, General Manager, University Club of Orlando 407-425-2514, gm@ucluborlando.com;

Larry Vershel or Beth Payan, Larry Vershel Communications 407-644-4142, lvershelco@aol.com