The National Science Foundation (NSF) is an independent federal agency created by Congress in 1950 “to promote the progress of science; to advance the national health, prosperity, and welfare; to secure the national defense…” NSF is vital because we support basic...

Giving Back as a Way of Life “The quality of life at Ocean Reef Club has prompted numerous acts of philanthropy, our delightful community being a constant reminder of how fortunate we ORC residents and Members are. The Ocean Reef Community Foundation was born of many...

“The Ocean Reef Community Foundation has a mission to foster a culture of giving that amplifies our collective strength, inspiring generations of Members to make the Ocean Reef Club and our surrounding Communities a better place.” For more information, please visit...

“Founded in 1982, Psi Beta is a national honor society for students attending two-year colleges, inviting students who plan to major or minor in psychology, as well as students who simply have an interest in psychology. Our mission is to encourage professional...

The Rotary Club of Key West, founded in 1916, is one of the most dynamic and respected service organizations in our community. This diverse group of over 100 active members representing dozens of professions is dedicated to serving the needs of this unique island...

The Russel F. Sullivan Memorial Scholarship was established in 1986 following the death of former FBI Agent Russel F. Sullivan, who died in Key West, FL in 1985. Sullivan, an agent for 27 years was last assigned as the Senior Agent in Key West, where he continued as...

“Save-A-Turtle of the Florida Keys is a volunteer non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation and protection of rare and endangered marine turtles and to the enhancement of their habitats here in the Keys. The organization was formed in 1985 under the...

The Sheldon Perloff Memorial Fund was established in memory of Sheldon “Shel” Perloff. He was born and raised in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, but later moved to the Florida Keys, eventually settling in Sugarloaf. Shel Perloff was responsible for expanding and...

The College of the Florida Keys is governed by a seven member Board of Trustees. The purpose of the board is to provide policy direction for the College, and that is done in part through formal action at regularly scheduled meetings. For more information, please...

The Florida Keys Educational Foundation, also known as the CFK Foundation. Mission Statement The CFK Foundation assists in the achievement of the College’s mission by soliciting, administering, and optimizing through matching programs the private gifts, bequests, and...

The Ainsley Nicole Tibbett Memorial Scholarship is in loving memory and in honor of my daughter, Ainsley Nicole. She attended The College of the Florida Keys and I can honestly say moving to Key West and attending this college was one of the best moves and great...

Judy Greene built a long and successful career as a registered nurse at Florida Keys Memorial Hospital and the Monroe County Health Department, excelling at patient care and advocacy. Judy retired in 2015 as the TB Coordinator for Monroe County. Her knowledge of...

The local Key West VFW post 3911 is proud to sponsor the Ray Gutierrez Scholarship to help veterans, service members, and their dependents. The scholarship provides the financial assistance they need to complete their educational goals without incurring excessive...

“Over 40 years ago, marine life artist Wyland exploded on the scene with his rich, majestic murals of marine life. The timing couldn’t have been better – the environmental movement was in full swing and ocean-themed art was in high demand. Today, the art is as...