Wells Fargo’s 2012 Community Partners Giving Program

JT Townsend, President and Judi Zitiello, Board Chair accept the $1,000 grant from Minna Strickland representing Wells Fargo at the Community Partners Breakfast on May 9th, 2012

Wells Fargo's Community Partners Giving Program is an annual program where each of its retail banking stores explores the needs of their local communities and selects a non-profit or school to receive a $1,000 grant. This year, Wells Fargo will award more than $600,000 in grants to nonprofits and schools throughout Florida. The grants are part of the company's broader support of its communities. In 2011, Wells Fargo invested more than $11 million in non-profit organizations and schools and team members volunteered more than 50,000 hours across Florida. "At Wells Fargo, we are ... Read More.

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Answering the call

There are many occasions lately where God's divine intervention is so clear I have to stop and just lift my eyes to acknowledge His presence. One of those times happened April 20, 2012 while picking up a pair of forearm crutches for one of our applicants at a medical supply store. We were waiting in the entrance for our salesman to reappear. An elderly man with a kind smile was talking with his tiny framed wife about an item they were interested in purchasing, a transition board. I mentioned I had recently purchased one and we began to interact. They said they were not sure that was what they needed. The item they really needed was a hydraulic lift for their van. But they ... Read More.

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Dreams do come true Zach…

Zach Fellin is a 20 year old man who dreams of being in the Paralympics.

A short time ago the foundation was approached by a Mother of twin twenty year olds. Both boys have medical conditions. Zach lives with Cerebral Palsy. His muscles grow stiff when they are not exercised regularly causing him to live in constant pain. Zach's Mother Karen asked us to help them in a unique way. The pool heater had quit warming their outdoor pool which was the main source of exercise for Zach, aquatic therapy. "Zachery is able to do activities in the water that he can not do on land. But the water must be warm to reduce his spasticity." said Karen. ... Read More.

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The Bad Habit Par-tee…..(every golfer has one)

TO PURCHASE A TICKET FOR THIS EVENT JUST CLICK DONATE FOR EACH $35 DONATION, YOU WILL RECEIVE ONE ADMISSION.......PRINT YOUR RECEIPT AND BRING IT WITH YOU! SEE YOU THERE... Nippers Beach Grille - Tuesday, May 8th, 2012 from 6:30 PM to 2:00 AM you can swing to the Reggae beat live from Pili Pili while you sip on your favorite Caribbean Cocktail or better yet Nipper's own "Bad Habit" Signature Cocktail (one comes with each ticket). You can feast on the Bohemian Buffet between 6:30 - 9:30. General Admission is $35 with tickets sold online, through JT Townsend Foundation Board Members and Nippers. This event is hosted by In the City JAX and 2005 Players Champion Fred Funk to benefit the JT Townsend Foundation. Help JT GIVE ... Read More.

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UNF Spinnaker tells about student JT Townsend and his foundation

J.T.Townsend will graduate soon from The University of North Florida

Dargen Thompson, writer at the University of North Florida's newspaper The Spinnaker tells the compelling story of UNF senior J.T. Townsend and how he has taken his life threatening incident and turned it into good. Now J.T. is giving back to others living in the community that now need his help. Visit: http://www.unfspinnaker.com/expressions/2012/03/22/j-t-townsend-lays-the-foundation/ Read More.

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Smiling faces

They say a picture is worth a thousand words. Check these pictures taken yesterday at the San Pablo home of 3 year old Jack Hutchinson when JT arrived at his home to deliver a piece of adaptive equipment.

It was a happy meeting for JT and little Jack Hutchinson

Mom Erin was also happy to see JT arrive with the shower and toileting system that will enable Jack to sit in the shower without having to be held. "Most health insurance policies do not cover many of the pieces of equipment available to help patients and caregivers live a more normal life." says J.T. Townsend, who was suddenly paralyzed ... Read More.

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Newsflash!

Today we were able to help a little three and a half year old boy with Cerebral Palsy with a piece of adaptive equipment. Your donations and support make this possible. Thank you! Read More.

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Register NOW for The Human Race – Sat. Oct 13th, 2012 and help us win!

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5K & 1 Mile Fun Run

Saturday, October 13, 2012 8:00 a.m. St. Johns Town Center 4755 Town Crossing Dr.

Run or Walk in The Human Race

Anyone can run or walk in one of Jacksonville's most fun-filled 5K races of the year. Best of all, The Human Race benefits local nonprofit agencies/organizations that are doing GOOD on the First Coast! Registration Now Open! Bonus: If you register before May 9th, you'll be automatically entered in the Birdies for Charity contest to win a cash prize of $5,000. If you win, HandsOn Jacksonville will also win a $5,000 prize! Just guess the number of birdies that will be made at the 2012 PLAYERS Championship and in case there is a tie, also guess how many balls you think will go into the ... Read More.

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3rd annual Winn Dixie Jacksonville Open

Help support JT Townsend Foundation in a unique way! By purchasing tickets to the upcoming 3^rd Annual Winn-Dixie Jacksonville Open at TPC Sawgrass, JT Townsend Foundation, a 501C(3) non-profit will receive 100% of the cost of the ticket to help with our mission of helping children and adults with disabilities living on the First Coast. This is a win-win! You and your family get to enjoy a wonderful and family friendly community event and support your favorite charity at the same time! Ticket sales have already beat last years sales at this time, help us by purchasing your own tickets as www.winndixiejacksonvilleopen.com! Thank you! Read More.

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Miller on Sports…with JT Townsend

Just a few weeks ago, Monday, February 13th to be exact, JT Townsend went live on AM 1600 WZNZ for an interview with Richard Miller, the Voice of the Jacksonville Giants and Radio and Talk Sport Show host. You will not want to miss this inspiring interview.

Richard Miller the voice of the Jacksonville GIANTS AM1600 4PM-6PM wkdys

5K & 1 Mile Fun Run

Saturday, October 13, 2012 8:00 a.m. St. Johns Town Center 4755 Town Crossing Dr.

Run or Walk in The Human Race

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