The Chest has a history of funding unique projects outside of the annual grants process. These notable and exciting initiatives include:

Hobe Sound Strong Start

2019-Present: Our latest enterprise is to increase kindergarten readiness. Download more information below

Habitat for Humanity

A 2015 grant to Habitat for Humanity for the purchase of land in the Pettway/Gomez community for 18 affordable housing units

B.L.A.S.T. Program

The 2007 creation of the after school program at Banner Lake, now known as B.L.A.S.T

Dunbar Early Learning Center

The 1992-1993 renovation of the old Dunbar School into the Dunbar Early Learning Center