Chamber Provides Over $167,000 in Hurricane Relief Efforts
The Englewood Chamber of Commerce immediately mobilized resources and efforts to provide tangible and effective solutions to those most affected by the hurricanes’ destruction. The Chamber is proud to announce that, thanks to the overwhelming generosity of the Englewood community and a substantial contribution from the Lighthouse United Methodist Church of Boca Grande, over $167,000 in critical funding has been provided to individuals and families in Englewood affected by the devastation of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The back-to-back hurricanes caused widespread destruction, displacing countless residents and leaving many in urgent need of assistance. The Chamber’s Hurricane Relief Fund was established to address these pressing needs, providing financial aid to support recovery efforts, rebuild homes, and supply essential resources to those most impacted. The Chamber worked closely with local organizations and volunteers to ensure the aid reached those who needed it most. Many volunteers, donors, and local businesses came together during this challenging time and this collective effort has demonstrated the true strength and resilience of the Englewood community.
Estate-Planning Seminars
Christine Hause, Vice President and Senior Wealth Strategist, and Kerry Hunter, Senior Wealth Strategist, have scheduled free estate-planning seminars during the month of February at Crews Bank & Trust locations. The following seminars will be offered in Englewood at the Englewood Chamber of Commerce, 601 S. Indiana Avenue. “Florida Residency and Will & Trust Settlement, the Benefits of Becoming a Floridian and Estate Administration Tips”, will be Friday, February 7, 10-11:30am. Explore the benefits of being a Floridian, including homestead advantage. Review the steps to settle a last will and/or trust for both Florida and out-of-state documents. “Basic Estate Planning: Last Will & Testament, Durable Power of Attorney, and Health Care Directives” will be offered on Tuesday, February 4, 10-11:30am. Learn about the fundamental tools of a proper estate plan and the pitfalls to avoid. If you can’t make these seminars, they are also offered at other branches. Go to crews.bank to see the schedule. “Building a Better Estate Plan: Top Ten Tips from a Trust Officer’s Perspective”, is Wednesday, February 5, 10-11:30am at the Crews Bank Gulf Cove branch, 12651 S. McCall Road, Port Charlotte. This seminar includes revocable and irrevocable trusts, and best practices for IRAs. Discover various strategies for safely and efficiently passing wealth to the next generation and/or charities. Registration is available to the public at any Crews Bank & Trust office, online at crews.bank, or call Linda at 941•624•1943.
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