West Palm Beach residents have two great reasons to celebrate community this week, as the Mandel Public Library prepares to host its 4th Community Resource Marketplace Event and the Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties announces a landmark round of local giving.

The Mandel Public Library’s Community Resource Marketplace is back for its fourth installment, continuing its mission of connecting residents with the services, organizations, and resources they need most. The recurring event has become a beloved fixture for West Palm Beach families looking to learn about local nonprofits, health services, and community programs — all under one roof at the city’s beloved public library.

Adding to the spirit of community investment, the Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties has announced $6.56 million in grants to support 177 local organizations. The announcement represents one of the most significant single rounds of philanthropic funding in the region’s recent history, channeling resources directly into the nonprofits and programs that serve Palm Beach County’s most pressing needs.

Together, these two initiatives reflect the deep commitment West Palm Beach and the broader Palm Beach County community have to lifting up neighbors and strengthening the social fabric that makes this area such a special place to live. Whether you’re looking to connect with a resource at the library or benefit from the ripple effects of millions in local grant funding, this is a week that shows just how much the community cares for its own.

Sources: City of West Palm Beach, EIN News