Palm Beach County Tax Collector’s Office Donates Over $16,000 to Living Hungry

Boca Raton, FL – March 13, 2026 – Employees of the Palm Beach County Tax Collector’s Office donated $16,043.66 in 2025 to benefit Living Hungry, a local non-profit organization dedicated to eliminating food insecurity for homeless students in Palm Beach County schools.

A formal check presentation took place on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at the Tax Collector’s Administrative Office in Downtown West Palm Beach. “Through our Community Involvement program employees are committed to making a positive change to the community,” said Anne M. Gannon, Constitutional Tax Collector. “I am proud of their charitable spirit and their commitment to ensure our local homeless students receive support.”

The Palm Beach County Tax Collector’s Office’s Community Involvement program ensures that every dollar and item donated comes directly from the staff, with no use of public tax dollars. Funds are generated through the “Dress Down for Charity” program, where employees contribute to dress down on designated days, as well as other internal fundraising activities throughout the year.

Supporting Students Beyond Financial Contributions

In addition to the financial contribution, employees collected more than 2,500 items for “good time packs” to support children during the summer months. These packs included books, journals, travel games, and snack food for the students.

Living Hungry’s Impact on Palm Beach County Students

“I continue to be impressed by the compassion shown by the Tax Collector’s team,” said Maura Plante, Founder of Living Hungry. “Our local homeless children are so deserving of this support. These contributions will directly nourish the potential of students who require it most.”

Living Hungry partners with the school district to deliver supplies to homeless students in Palm Beach County. According to the organization, socks are one of the most-requested items among homeless children, and a fresh pair can significantly lift their spirits.

Further information about the Tax Collector’s community involvement can be found at https://www.pbctax.gov/about-us/#community.