FAMILIES FIRST

Families First of Palm Beach County has been a beacon of hope for over 35 years, by providing essential support to families facing challenges and empowering them to create safe, loving homes for their children.

Their comprehensive services focus on family strengthening, health, behavioral health, and housing, ensuring that families receive the support they need to thrive.

Many of the 57,000 children and family members served through their prevention and early intervention services since 1990 have returned to being contributing, self-sustaining members of our communities – saving taxpayers millions of dollars in dependency and criminal justice services, special education, homeless services, and financial aid.

Families First Maternal and Infant Mental Health Programs support children and families at the earliest point possible, from prenatal care to age six. They build strength across communities though outreach and delivery of their proven programs, Healthy Families, Child First and Infant Mental Health Services.

When you’re a new parent or caregiver, it can be overwhelming, confusing and, yes, scary. The maternal child health and infant mental health programs help guide new parents on their journey of parenting our youngest children. This critical time in the life of a family is an opportunity to inform, impart skills, develop bonds, and connect resources that circumvent potential trauma and break patterns of generational adversity.

You are invited to join in making a lasting impact on the lives of children and families in Palm Beach County by sponsoring the 19th Annual Children’s Day Luncheon on November 7, 2025!

Known as Families First’s signature event, the Annual Luncheon continues to grow each year and is known as the “must-attend event". The Luncheon truly embodies what Families First stands for and the significant impact the organization has made in the lives of those most in need in Palm Beach County. Guests will enjoy inspiring talks, a silent auction, and so much more!

The event will be held on November 7, 2025, at the Cohen Pavilion - Kravis Center

LOBBY DOORS OPEN AT 10:45 AM

DINING ROOM OPENS AT 11:45 AM

PROGRAM RUNS FROM 12-1:30 PM

Keynote Speaker: Mary Giuseffi is a Personal Brand Expert, Best-Selling Author, Speaker, Fashion & Color Authority, and Humanitarian with decades of experience in branding, media, and philanthropy.

A former Ford Model and Producer, she has appeared on The Today Show and numerous national and local TV programs, sharing her expertise on Personal Branding, Relationships, Fashion, and Self-Empowerment.

Her consulting business spans the globe, crafting exclusive personal brands and marketing strategies for #1 Best Selling Authors, Entrepreneurs, and Reality TV Stars. Having been on all sides of the camera, Mary is dedicated to helping others articulate and amplify their unique presence through powerful storytelling and visual branding.

Beyond her work in branding and media, Mary has made a significant impact in philanthropy, chairing over 100 charitable events and serving on multiple boards. She has received numerous accolades, including Woman of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, and other prestigious awards for her dedication to nonprofit work.

A highlight of her humanitarian efforts was hosting Audrey Hepburn for a UNICEF event—an unforgettable experience with her childhood role model.

Mary’s latest project, Undeniably ME!, launched on June 24th, designed to help young girls embrace self-discovery, confidence-building, and personal expression. Following her successful sold-out fashion show benefiting Hearts For Moms, she is expanding Undeniably Me World into a series of engaging events across Palm Beach, California, and NYC, continuing her mission to inspire and mentor children and teens.

She resides in West Palm Beach, Florida, enjoying time with her children, grandchildren, and her passion for empowering individuals to live their most authentic and joyful lives.

Master Of Ceremonies: Toni May is the Emmy-award winning television journalist who is the founder of May I Media, a boutique branding and video storytelling agency. She is currently the host of “Toni on the Town”, a lifestyle segment all about Palm Beach County airing weekly on Legends Radio 100.3 FM.

May was the host & Executive Producer of several weekly public affairs & lifestyle shows in Palm Beach County. She has spent three decades in the broadcast industry working in Los Angeles for ABC News and leading several news teams in West Palm Beach, including at #1 WPTV Newschannel 5.

During her 15 years on the air at WXEL-TV, she produced hundreds of stories on a wide range of topics of local interest, including health, education, community improvements, environmental issues, and politics. Under her leadership, WXEL’s only locally produced weekly show won a regional Emmy Award, a Society of Professional Journalists award, an Associated Press award for best public affairs show in the state, and a prestigious NETA Award as best public affairs show in the nation.

She obtained her degree in Broadcasting from the University of Florida and is proud to be a third-generation Floridian. She's married with two grown children, a new grandson, and her rescue puppy.

Organizations like Families First are truly inspiring, because they are putting forth the intention, effort and dedication to be the change that we wish to see in this world! Your support is greatly honored and appreciated!

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