ROSEMARY BEACH FOUNDATION

Rosemary Beach Foundation was founded in 2006 to bring the community together in the spirit of giving. Throughout the year, the Foundation hosts events, performances, tournaments, festivals and exhibitions.

Through these efforts, more than $1.2 million has been donated to local organizations and schools.

“We are grateful for the ongoing support of our charitable activities to address the needs of the growing and diverse population of Walton County, Florida.”

—Malayne DeMars, Executive Director, Rosemary Beach Foundation.

30A Cornhole Tournament

The 9th Annual 30A Cornhole Tournament was highly anticipated by locals and visitors and sold-out again this year.

“Players enjoyed a day of friendly competition while spectators cheered on their favorite teams,”

—Anna Weeks, Retail Buyer & Manager, Bombora Sun & Surf.

From the 4th Annual Rosemary Beach Holiday Tour of Homes proceeds, $25,000 was donated to Shelter House of NW Florida. The center offers free and confidential services for victims of domestic and sexual violence including a 24-hour hotline, shelter with on-site pet kennel, legal representation and prevention education.

From a field of 64 teams, the 2023 champions were ACC and Down in A Hole placed second.

Held during Autism Awareness Month, the event benefited Rosemary Beach Foundation’s charitable partners: South Walton Academy, Special OlympicsFlorida and Westonwood Ranch. These organizations advocate for and serve individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Walton County community.

Music in Pictures

More than 4,000 students (Kindergarten – 12th Grade) from 20 Walton County Schools participated in the 12th Annual Music in Pictures. In collaboration with Florida State University faculty, the program includes art instruction, musical performances, a juried art contest and professional development for teachers.

During the academic year, students created paintings inspired by classical music by British composer Samuel-Coleridge Taylor, French composer Claude Debussy and Czech composer Bedrich Smetana.

On May 4th, Rosemary Beach Foundation awarded medals to 351 students whose artwork was chosen for public exhibition.

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