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Melanie Pagan

Portland

Writer and Editor at Freelance

Columnist at Gulfshore Life

Writer | Editor | Social Media Strategist. Find my regular columns in @Gulfshore_Biz & @GulfshoreLife. Creator of @Pole_Positive.(https://t.co/xhoEjoCbl5).

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  • The Achieva Foundation announces $65K in scholarships for students

    1 month ago | gulfshorebusiness.com | Melanie Pagan

    The Achieva Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Achieva Credit Union, has launched its 2025 Scholarship Program, offering $65,000 in scholarships to students across Southwest Florida. The credit union is expanding its program this year, providing additional opportunities for graduating high school seniors and students pursuing higher education.

  • We Rock the Spectrum Kid’s Gym franchise opens in Naples

    2 months ago | gulfshorebusiness.com | Melanie Pagan

    When Lisa Kolak saw the opportunity to give back to the community that had supported her family’s journey with autism, she seized it. She opened a We Rock the Spectrum Kid’s Gym franchise in Naples on Dec. 14 with business partner Ed Paquette, an entrepreneur and veteran in providing special needs services —culminating her 20-year journey in special needs care and dreams of helping families with disabilities. “My son, who is now 26, has autism, and my granddaughter also has autism,” Kolak said.

  • Annual Preparing for Aging Symposium returning to Naples

    Jan 17, 2025 | gulfshorebusiness.com | Melanie Pagan

    Senior Blue Book is hosting the 13th annual Preparing for Aging Symposium from 8 a.m. to noon Jan. 23 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, 625 111th Ave. N., Naples. The event will provide attendees with tools and resources to make informed choices about their future or the future of loved ones, from financial planning and health care to senior housing and overall wellness.

  • Tax-savvy year-end giving strategies  - Gulfshore Business

    Dec 12, 2024 | gulfshorebusiness.com | Melanie Pagan

    ‘Tis the season of giving, and savvy donors know it’s not just who you give to but how you do it. Year-end philanthropy offers more than goodwill; it’s a strategic move that pairs heartfelt effectiveness with substantial tax savings. You can maximize your contributions and financial benefits by carefully structuring and timing your gifts. Gifting an appreciated asset, such as a stock held for more than a year, to a qualified charity can be a game-changer.

  • Help a Diabetic Child receives Collier County Community Foundation grant

    Nov 10, 2024 | gulfshorebusiness.com | Melanie Pagan

    Help a Diabetic Child, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping children and families who are dealing with diabetes, has been awarded a $25,000 grant from the Collier Community Foundation. The grant will benefit local children and young adults in securing life-saving insulin, diabetes supplies and medical services.

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Melanie Pagan
Melanie Pagan @Melanie_Writes
9 Nov 17

My go-to #veganbowl before training. https://t.co/8tjrLWIMCP #poledance #veganpoledancer #polepositive #poledancer https://t.co/AZZWzwnH3M

Melanie Pagan
Melanie Pagan @Melanie_Writes
11 Oct 17

“I don’t want to think about how bad off I’d be without pole.” https://t.co/MFuiemGCgw Latest #PolePositive post is up. Photo: Lynda Allen https://t.co/XvZrhqJbNp

Melanie Pagan
Melanie Pagan @Melanie_Writes
11 Oct 17

Are you in a toxic #workenvironment? Here are three telltale signs. https://t.co/TvO3u83Qsc