BOCA RATON, Fla. Best Foot Forward has been selected as a recipient of an inaugural grant from The Boca Raton Foundation for Charitable Giving ® , the philanthropic arm of The Boca Raton. South Florida’s iconic private club and resort has played a defining role in the community for a century, and continues to expand on that position with this funding. The grant, funded through a portion of paid room night revenue, was presented on April 28, 2026 at an Inaugural Grant Reception.

Best Foot Forward was among 15 South Florida nonprofits recognized in the foundation’s first-ever grant cycle, which distributed more than $150,000 to organizations working in food security, education, and the well-being of women and children across Palm Beach, Broward, and Miami-Dade counties.

Best Foot Forward was nominated for consideration by an associate of The Boca Raton—a member of the resort’s team who put forward Best Foot Forward based on their direct knowledge of its work and impact.

“The most meaningful thing about this foundation is that it started with our people. Best Foot Forward was nominated by an associate who is part of our team every day and believes in this organization enough to put their name behind it. That level of conviction deserves to be backed,” said Daniel Hostettler, President & Chief Executive Officer of The Boca Raton.

Best Foot Forward Foundation provides essential academic and wraparound support services to foster care and at-risk youth throughout Palm Beach County. By addressing the unique educational challenges these students face, the organization has empowered more than 1,000 children and young adults to achieve academic success and long-term stability over the past 16 years.

“What makes this grant especially meaningful is the full-circle moment of being nominated by someone who has experienced our program firsthand. We are honored to be part of this inaugural group and deeply grateful to The Boca Raton Foundation for Charitable Giving for investing in the futures of our students,” said Donna Biase, Co-Founder & CEO of Best Foot Forward.

The Boca Raton Foundation for Charitable Giving

The Boca Raton Foundation for Charitable Giving is the philanthropic arm of The Boca Raton, the legendary private club and resort that has anchored the South Florida community since 1926. Through associate-driven grant programs, signature events, and other giving initiatives, the foundation directs support to local nonprofits advancing food security, education, and the well-being of women and children. It is the formal expression of a belief the has been held for a century: that generosity is not the exception, but the expectation. Stay up to date by visiting TheBocaRaton.com/foundation.

About BEST FOOT FORWARD

Best Foot Forward is a 501(c)(3) community-based organization dedicated to improving the educational outcomes for foster and at-risk youth in Palm Beach County. It also provides students with the resources, experiences, and support they need to thrive in school and beyond.