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EVENTS

The Funds raised at the luncheon allow HEROES Foundation of America, to offer funds for scholarships, fund GED Test vouchers, provide counseling and complete documentation required for accommodation on the GED test, as well as other support services needed to eliminate or reduce barriers for success. 

DREAMS DO COME TRUE LUNCHEON AND FUNDRAISING EVENT

Dreams Do Come True luncheon and fundraising event  would not have been possible without the commitment and dedication to our mission by the following people and organizations: 
 
 First and foremost, my manager and wonderful husband, John Caruso  
 
 
 The dedicated, talented and hardworking board members – a mere thank you does not express the magnitude of my appreciation for sharing my passion, your efforts and accomplishments with the formation of our nonprofit and our premier luncheon/ fundraising event. Each and every one of you has contributed your expertise and knowledge in making dreams come true through HEROES Foundation of America. A special recognition goes to Geanine Wester for all her brilliant marketing ideas and strategies, Kathy Bonner for her leadership, and Helen Ott for coordinating and managing the fundraising event.  I would be remiss if I would not mention my beautiful niece and organized secretary, Patrice Sherling who ensures proper management of the organization.  
 
 
Mr. Dixon Li for his gracious hospitality at Mojito’s and Sweet Ginger  
 
 
Mrs. Dixon Li for her creative and beautiful centerpieces.  
 All our friends, family and generous sponsors to the non-profit organization, and donors to the Silent Auction 
 
 
Jon Pallardis, Digifilm Academy at SouthTech 
 The Adult Education Center for sponsoring two tables 
 Mr. Swearingen for his encouragement and continued support  
 Ms. Diane Jean-Felix for assisting with the accommodations 
 Diane Alvarez for the beautiful basket decorations  
 Helen Ott for the purple napkins 
 Halle, Shaw and Pfaffenberger for a table sponsorship 


 All of you, who supported our cause with your presence 

Sandra Caruso

Founder & Executive Director

OUR SUPER HERO

HEROES Foundation of America is sincerely grateful to our Superhero, Mr. Dixon Li for his leadership and support of our nonprofit organization and to Mrs. Ida Li for her generous donation of her exquisite floral design of the centerpieces.  
 

Dixon was born and raised in Hong Kong. He came to the United States in 1973 and attended Florida Atlantic University. He graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting in 1976. 
 
For many years, Dixon owned and operated Dixon Li’s Oriental Express Chinese Restaurant, Li Realty & Investments Company & Li & Associates Insurance Agency. Dixon started Li & Associates in 1991 with only 6 associates. With the help of many dedicated associates, Li & Associates Insurance expanded to three more branches in Florida. Li & Associates Insurance merged with Gateway Insurance Agency in 2002 to become one of the largest locally owned agencies in South Florida. Dixon has been active within the industry by serving on the AmericaChina Enterprise Chamber of Commerce, Florida Chapter.  
 
Dixon and his wife Ida have two children, Clara and Sophia. Both daughters reside in the Washington D.C. metro area., Dixon and Ida enjoy golf and traveling. 

OUR HEROES
OUR FRIENDS

Helen and Norm Owens 
 Brittany Schaffer - Suite Serendipity  
 Dwayne Taylor – Center for Creative Education 
 Mr. & Mrs. Apostolopoulos 
 Mr. & Mrs. Polanis 
 Alterations by Kim 
 Carolyn Jefferson 

SILENT AUCTION DONORS
NOTEWORTHY DONORS

Aveda – 20-minute facials

Baseball Spring Training

Beverly Latorra – Italian scarf

Breakfree Cryotherapy

Brookstone  

Buco Handbags

Chico’s

Classic Brows  

CR Chicks

Dianne Alvarez – Luxury Day Spa

Dune Deck Cafe

Dune Deck’s Mimosa Cafe

Eggcetra Cafe

Fe & Ed Batalia – Publix Gift card

Karen Filips – Bealls, Inc.  – Royal Palm Beach

Kathy Olsen – Tiffany candleholders

Kendra Scott

Lake Worth Goldmine

Lake Worth Playhouse  

MAC -Macy’s PGA

Marsha Cohn – Beauty baskets

Nail Depot

Okeechobee Steak House

Palm Beach Beauty Lounge

Permanent Make Up

Salute Market – Wine tasting

Stacey Shapiro – Kravis tickets

The Salon Delray 

Cosmo & Gina  Menincello

Courtyard Marriott – Niagara Falls

Accommodations for two, 2 nights 
 
Doc Cooper 

Frenchman’s Reserve  
 
Dr. Lena Habib

South Palm Dental 
 
Frank Petiti

Jupiter Country Club 
 
Frank Petiti

Parkland Golf and  Country Club 
 
Jeffery Caruso

Crisloid

Classic  American Games 
 
Jerry Korab “King Kong

Autographed Game Jersey 
 
    Houston Astros Autograph    

Baseball by All of Latino

Major League Players 

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