The Meaning of Labor Day and Its Impact on Today’s Workforce Each September, our nation pauses to celebrate Labor Day—a holiday rooted in honor, resilience, and the recognition of America’s working people. What began in the late 19th century as a movement to acknowledge the rights,...
In the quiet heart of Levy County, Florida, the town of Rosewood once stood as a powerful symbol of Black resilience and prosperity. Founded in the aftermath of the Civil War and the formal emancipation of enslaved African Americans, Rosewood emerged in the late 1800s...
On February 28, 2025, history was made at the NFL YET Center at Gwen Cherry Park as the community came together to celebrate the street naming in honor of H.T. Smith, a trailblazer, civil rights attorney, and dedicated advocate for underserved youth. This momentous occasion...
On November 17th, 2021, Gwen Cherry Park held our annual “Thanksgiving Family Night!” It was an evening of fellowship, entertainment, and celebration. In an uncertain social climate, let us all reflect and find things to be thankful for. The Foundation is thankful for the families,...
"Magic is really very simple, all you've got to do is want something and then let yourself have it!" - Aggie Cromwell, Halloweentown (1998) Our kids had a SPOOKTACULAR time at our drive-thru Halloween Candy Distribution! As we exit spooky season, stay tuned for our upcoming holiday...
In July, four participants engaged in Gwen Cherry Park's ABC Challenge. At Gwen Cherry Park, we are taking a great stance for literacy and creativity. The following participants; Jacoby Hopkins, Victoria Canto, Zariah Eaford, and X’zavier Williams helped capture their own creative way to bring the...
On June 9th, 2021 we celebrated all Gwen Cherry Park youth being promoted to the next grade. All educational milestones are worth celebrating, and we believe in showing children the value of education through positive reinforcement and support. All graduates were provided with certificates and...
On May 5th, 2021, a Groundbreaking Ceremony was held at Gwen Cherry Park for the Nature Park Playground and Zipline that is being built on the park. Miami-Dade County Mayor Daniella Levine Cava gave the keynote remarks celebrating this important infrastructure improvement to the park. Remarks were also given...
On May 1st, 2021, the Gwen Cherry Park youth participated in the Miami Marlins Pitch, Hit, and Run competition. It was a one-day event for boys and girls ages 7-14, and they competed in trials that tested their throwing accuracy, baserunning speed, and hitting capabilities....
On every 1st and 3rd Wednesday, the Gwen Cherry Park has held a drive-through food distribution for families in the surrounding communities. The food is provided by the Miami Marlins and Feeding South Florida. For the months of January, February, and March, over 500 families...