Peace, Love & Possibilities
A Benefit Supporting the Marcia P. Hoffman School of the Arts
Peace. Love. Legendary Music.
On April 10, a special group of Ruth Eckerd Hall friends came together to raise over $674,000 so that a generation of young talent can access quality arts education at the Marcia P. Hoffman School of the Arts. With that level of generosity, it’s possible to sponsor a full year of study for a gifted student without the financial means, 130 times. It’s possible to host a child with special challenges for an entire summer of arts camp, 180 times. It’s possible to send a teaching artist year-round into a public school with stretched resources, 27 times.
Whether you attended that evening or participated from home, your generosity is creating possibilities in the lives of others that will leave a lasting impact.
Thank you for bringing the peace, love, and joy too! Please enjoy the recap video below and check out the photo gallery from the night by visiting here.
Meet the Students Performing at Peace, Love & Possibilities
Every student at the Marcia P. Hoffman School of the Arts brings curiosity, creativity, and the potential to grow. Through professional-level training and a supportive artistic community, students gain the skills and confidence to explore their talents and pursue their passions.
Caleb — Jazz Drummer
Caleb has developed confidence, discipline, and focus — skills that carry into schoolwork and life. Jazz has strengthened his thinking, learning, and leadership. Most importantly, music has given him the confidence to step onto a stage and believe in himself.
Joe — Musician & Band Leader
For Joe, the school is more than a place to study music—it’s a community. He thrives on collaboration and has formed a band that performs local gigs. Guided by exceptional instructors, Joe is learning what it means to meet high expectations, stay disciplined, and show up prepared—on stage and beyond.
Jack — Jazz Musician
For Jack, the Marcia P. Hoffman School of the Arts at Ruth Eckerd Hall has been truly transformative. Before finding jazz, he faced learning and behavioral challenges that made it difficult to feel confident or settled. But through music, everything began to shift.
Jazz gave Jack a voice.
Thank You To Our Sponsors!
LEGEND SPONSORS - $25,000
ANTHEM SPONSORS - $15,000
Black Magic Women and Men
Robert de Vos
Sharon Ellis-Champagne
Beth & John England
Exceptional Yacht Services - Kelly Schmidt
Susan Gaddis & Jay Ver Hulst
Bill & Linda Selvidge
Susanne & Cliff Baker
GROOVE SPONSORS - $10,000
David A Scigliuto Wealth Management Inc
Debbie White
Lisa & George Etheridge, Jr. Family
John Geigle & Dana Fender
Joyce Cotton
Publix Charities
HARMONY SPONSORS - $5,000
Mike White and Sue Heyman
Vickie and Greg Townes
Scott Zebra and Michelle Lynch Zebra
Steven & Vickie DeGeorge
Hancock Whitney
Tom & Donna Mason
Joan Nathan
Noble Family Wealth, LLC
Church of Scientology
Duke Energy
International Diamond Center
DUET SPONSORS
Richard & Susan Cote
Timo & Frieda Dubé
Valeria Elliott
Gary Gray
Douglas Hermann
Jennifer Howard & Tim Meyer
DeAnne Maurer
Roy Pandeloglou
Charles Robinson, Sr.
Adam and Arlyn Abelson
Nancy Bernhardt
Kim & Ray Ferrara
Randall Isaacson
Robert & Kathy Palano
Stephen Potts
Prime Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, Inc.
Robert & Jodi Riddell
Lauren & Richard Rubenstein
THANK YOU TO OUR IN-KIND PARTNERS
3 Daughters Brewing - Academic Alliance in Dermatology - Aspirations Winery - Bascom's Chop House - Ben & Jerry's - Brew Bus Tours - BSWANKY - Cabana Club - Clearwater Marine Aquarium - Clearwater Threshers - Cooper's Hawk - Dali Museum - Dunedin BlueJays - Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Clearwater Beach - Fitness 360 - The Florida Orchestra - Gigglewaters - Glazer Children's Museum - Great Explorations Children's Museum - Hilton Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa - International Diamond Center - Island Way Grill - JW Marriott Clearwater Beach Resort & Spa - Jet's Pizza - The Karol Hotel - Kendra Scott - Martin's Italian Restaurant - Phillies Spring Training - PRP Wine - Residence Inn by Marriott Clearwater Downtown - Sandpearl Resort - Sonny's BBQ - Tampa Bay Rays - Tides Market - Top Golf - Water Oak Seafood and Steak Bar - Westin Tampa Bay - Wildflower Cafe - Wyndham Grand Clearwater Beach - Yacht Starship - Zoo Tampa at Lowry Park
Your Impact:
Peace, Love & Possibilities Benefit sponsorships and ticket purchases support one of the largest providers of arts education and community engagement in the country, The Marcia P. Hoffman School of The Arts at Ruth Eckerd Hall, which offers arts opportunities to over 60,000 students of all ages and abilities annually. Thank you for committing your support to thousands of local students through the arts by attending the Peace, Love & Possibilities Benefit!