BEAM

09/04/2026

Our 2026 BEAM of Light Beach Ball was a night to remember! 🌿✨

The evening celebrated BEAM’s decades of service to local families and included a very special surprise for longtime Grace Garden leader Mary Ellen Waugh. Mary Ellen received BEAM’s 2026 Shining Light Award—and a new truck to support her incredible work in the garden! 💙🛻

Thank you, Beach Gazette, for capturing this unforgettable celebration of service, community and impact. Read the full article below! 👇

BEAM celebrated 40 years of service to Beaches families and surprised Mary Ellen Waugh with the 2026 Beam’s Shining Light award and a new truck for her community garden work at the nonprofit's 2026 BEAM of Light Beach Ball.

09/03/2026

Did you know September 4 is Jimmy Buffett Day? 🌴🎶

In celebration, Margaritaville Jacksonville Beach Hotel is supporting BEAM throughout Labor Day weekend as part of the brand’s annual Day of Service—and you’re invited to join the fun!

Come out for a beach cleanup this Saturday, September 5. Meet in the hotel lobby at 7:30 AM for coffee and donuts before heading to the pier to kick off the cleanup at 8:00 AM.

🥫 Planning to attend? Please bring a can of soup or a box of cereal to donate to BEAM and help support local families in need.

Let’s come together to care for our beaches and our neighbors! 💙🏖️

09/01/2026

Hope bloomed at our 2026 BEAM of Light Beach Ball! Thank you to everyone who attended! ✨🌿🌸

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08/28/2026

The Beach Ball Silent Auction is Live!🌊✨

The BEAM of Light Beach Ball is tomorrow—and you don’t need an event ticket to join in on the silent auction fun!

Register for FREE as a virtual bidder and participate from anywhere. 🎉

💻 How it works:
1️⃣ Sign up as a virtual auction bidder.
2️⃣ Receive your unique auction code.
3️⃣ Browse the items and bid on your favorites!

🔗 Sign up here:
https://secure.qgiv.com/event/2026beamoflightbeachball

Don’t miss your chance to get in on the action while supporting BEAM! 💙

08/27/2026

Unforgettable experiences and exciting adventures await at this year's BEAM of Light Beach Ball live auction! 🌿✨

🎸 Ready to rock? Bid on the Ultimate Lynyrd Skynyrd VIP Experience in Las Vegas! This once-in-a-lifetime package includes round-trip airfare, premium concert tickets, backstage access, a photo with the band, signed memorabilia, the opportunity to join the band onstage, and more!

🏈 Jaguars fan? Get ready for an unforgettable game-day experience! Enjoy pregame access to "The Shadows," where you'll see the Jags charge through the tunnel up close, plus pregame sideline passes and Terrace Club seats!

🏔️ Dreaming of a mountain escape? Enjoy a four-night stay at a spectacular chalet situated 5,345 feet above sea level in beautiful Beech Mountain, North Carolina.

And that's only the beginning! Join us Saturday night at 7:00 PM to discover—and bid on—the rest of our incredible live auction packages. Get ready to raise those paddles in support of BEAM! 🙋‍♀️💙

Live auction participation is open exclusively to Beach Ball ticket holders.

08/25/2026

We extend our sincere gratitude to the Friends Sponsors of this year's BEAM of Light Beach Ball. Your generous support plays a crucial role in bringing hope to local families, seniors, single parents, and individuals facing challenging times. Thank you for being true champions for our neighbors across the Beaches Community!

08/25/2026

Looking for a job with purpose?!

We're looking for a Food Bank Processor and Delivery Driver to join our team! This position plays a critical role in our food assistance efforts, supporting the efficient operation of our food distribution programs.

We're looking for someone humble, driven, and self-aware—a team player who is passionate about serving others and making a positive impact every day.

If you're looking for meaningful work in a supportive, mission-driven environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Learn more and apply here:
https://jaxbeam.org/careers/

08/24/2026

With appreciation, we recognize the Bronze Sponsors of this year's BEAM of Light Beach Ball! 🌿💙

Pajcic & Pajcic
Here Tomorrow
JPMorganChase
First Christian Church of the Beaches
The Dieterle Family
Teresa & Tom Kuehn
John & Amy Reed
The Rev. Amy Slater & Tom Slater
USAble Life

Your generosity provides more than assistance—it offers hope, dignity, and a path forward for our neighbors. Thank you for making a lasting impact! 💙

08/21/2026

BEAM is rolling in with a BIG THANK YOU to Bike Breakers for their generous $5,000 donation from this year’s event!

You brought the bikes, the smiles, the community spirit—and now you’re helping BEAM put that generosity into action for our neighbors who need a little extra support. ❤️

We’re so grateful to Bike Breakers and everyone who hopped on a bike, showed up, cheered, volunteered, and helped make the event such a success! 😎🚴‍♂️

Thank you for helping us keep our community moving forward! 💙

08/20/2026

Last week, we celebrated the retirement of our wonderful Emergency Financial Assistance Coordinator, Nita Adeeyo! 💙

For five years, Nita brought compassion, kindness, and encouragement to the clients she served and everyone who worked alongside her. Her gift for making people feel seen, heard, and cared for has left a lasting impact on BEAM and our Beaches Community.

Congratulations, Nita! We are incredibly grateful for all you have given to BEAM. You will be deeply missed! 💐💙

Help us celebrate Nita by leaving your retirement wishes in the comments!