West Palm Beach, Florida – December 5, 2025 – Clinics Can Help (CCH) is thrilled to celebrate the success of its 4th Annual Cribs for Kids Luncheon, held on Friday, December 5, 2025, at The Ben in Downtown West Palm Beach, by sharing the event raised an impressive $200,000 in support of CCH’s CRIBS Project, a critical initiative providing safe sleep environments for newborns and infants in need.
Emmy Award-winning journalist Soledad O’Brien delivered an inspiring keynote address (and treated guests to a special interview with one of the honorees) to a full room of philanthropists, community leaders, and advocates, who gathered to learn more about CCH’s mission and the profound impact of their work. Funds raised during the event will go directly toward providing cribs to mothers in need, ensuring that newborns in underserved communities have access to a safe and secure place to sleep.The luncheon also honored three exceptional individuals and organizations for their contributions to the community: Dr. Faustino Gonzalez, Michelle McGann, and the Admirals Cove Foundation.
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Dr. Faustino Gonzalez, a respected internal medicine specialist, was recognized for his instrumental role in co-founding CCH alongside the organization’s president and CEO, Owen O’Neill. Dr. Gonzalez’s continued support and commitment to CCH’s mission were celebrated during the luncheon.
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Michelle McGann, a former LPGA golfer and advocate for juvenile diabetes awareness, was also honored for her tireless work through the Michelle McGann Fund, which supports the education, awareness, and management of Type 1 diabetes. McGann’s dedication to improving the health and well-being of children aligns with CCH’s mission of providing resources to those in need.
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The Admirals Cove Foundation was recognized for its ongoing contributions to CCH’s Cribs for Kids initiative. ACF has played a pivotal role in the success of the project, helping donate an average of 1,100 cribs each year and supporting the broader mission of improving lives in Palm Beach County.
“The generosity shown at this year’s luncheon was overwhelming,” said Owen O’Neill, President and CEO of Clinics Can Help. “We are grateful for the unwavering support of our community and the incredible individuals who continue to make a difference in the lives of those in need. The funds raised at this event will directly impact the safety and well-being of countless children, and we could not be prouder of what we’ve accomplished together.”
The event also featured an array of local vendors, a silent auction, and a chef-curated lunch, allowing guests to get a jump start on their holiday shopping while supporting the cause.
Sponsors of the event who were integral to its success include presenting sponsor, Monika Sundstrom of Provident Realty of South Florida, as well as The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Department, Lisa LaFrance, Legal Graphics Works, the Mastroianni Family, Empath Health, JLM Communications, Shalhoub Law Injury and Accident, Lesser, Landy, Smith & Siegel PLLC, Horizon Care Services, Donna Goldfarb, Greg and Julie Quattlebaum, Seacoast Bank, Laureen Hunter, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, Ann Feiertag and The Palm Beach Post.
Notable guests in attendance include Lisa LaFrance, Nick and Jessica Mastroianni, Melissa Haley, Elena Peroulakis, Margie Betten, Mary Bryant McCort, James Juracka.
For additional information about Clinics Can Help or the Cribs for Kids project, please visit www.clinicscanhelp.org
