A proposal that could provide property-tax relief to Florida homeowners is raising concerns among Palm Beach County nonprofit leaders who worry the savings could come with consequences for organizations serving families already struggling to make ends meet.
Nearly 100 people gathered in Wellington Monday for a presentation hosted by the Nonprofit Chamber of Palm Beach County focused on the potential community impact of Amendment 3, including what organizers say it could mean for nonprofit funding and local services.
Palm Beach County nonprofits sound alarm over Amendment 3
A statewide survey by the Florida Nonprofit Alliance found that 92% of nonprofits surveyed said they would face an impact if Amendment 3 passes. Of those surveyed, 65% reported they may have to cut programs or services or turn clients away.
Monday’s panel featured the following speakers:
- Leah McDermott, vice president of Policy & Programs at the Florida Nonprofit Alliance
- Former Palm Beach County Deputy Administrator Tammy Fields
- Jennifer Sullivan, senior vice president of the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County
- Pastor Rae Whitely of Faith in Florida
“The nonprofit chamber is really trying to educate the community about Amendment 3 and its impact specifically on the nonprofit community as it relates to programming that is funded through the county and special taxing districts like Children’s Services Council and the Healthcare District,” said Michelle Gonzalez, president of the Nonprofit Chamber…