20 Dec Orchid Island partners with Operation Hope Florida for Annual Holiday Toy Pickup
Santa Claus had to preorder a super-sized sleigh this year to accommodate a multitude of holiday toys, thanks to the residents and staff at Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club.
On December 15, Operation Hope Florida’s president and founder Jesse Zermeno and his team of merry elves visited Orchid Island in Vero Beach to pick up hundreds of toys which will be distributed at the nonprofit’s annual Santa Claus Christmas Festival in Fellsmere, Florida.
Every December, altruistic Orchid Island members gather to collect Christmas gifts and celebrate the spirit of the holidays at their highly-anticipated Operation Hope Toy Drive Cocktail Party. This year’s festive fête showcased more than 200 unwrapped treasures–from toys and bikes, to electronics and athletic gear–which will make the holiday season extra special for hundreds of local children and families in need who eagerly anticipate Santa’s magical visit each year.
“We are always pleased to partner with Operation Hope,” said Rob Tench, general manager of Orchid Island, “who, along with our generous members, always brings so much happiness to families and children throughout the holiday season.”
Orchid Island Golf & Beach Club is located at One Beachside Drive, Vero Beach, FL. For more information, visit OrchidIslandRealty.com or call (772) 388-3888.
Operation Hope Florida is located at 12285 County Road 512, Fellsmere, FL. For more information, visit operationhopefl.org or call (772) 571-0003.
ABOUT ORCHID ISLAND GOLF AND BEACH CLUB
Orchid Island is a private and intimate residential golf course community, offering gracious waterfront and golf course homes, an award-winning Arnold Palmer golf course, a state-of-the art Tennis & Fitness Center and an intimate Beach Club perfectly suited for leisurely gatherings, club activities and exceptional dining. For two consecutive years Orchid Island has gained certification as being one of “America’s Healthiest Clubs” from Prevo Health Solutions, as well as being awarded the designation of being a “Distinguished Emerald Club of the World.” For more information, visit orchidislandgolfandbeachclub.com.
ABOUT OPERATION HOPE
Operation Hope is a non-profit 501 (c) 3 organization dedicated to providing support, education and assistance to families in need regardless of race, color or religion. For more information, visit operationhopefl.org.
