ThecoldweatherinMadridonNovember14didlittletodeter the IMI team as they laced up their running shoes and gathered for a cause close to their hearts Together, they joined ACANPAN (Pancreatic Cancer Association) in The Cities Race Against Pancreatic Cancer, an event dedicated to raising awareness and funding for the fight against the disease. In Spain, more than 9,800 people are diagnosed with pancreatic cancer every year. Unlike other types of cancer, there is no standard test for the early detection of pancreatic cancer, which is the third leading cause of cancer-relateddeathsinSpain
WhyItMatters
Pancreatic cancer is notorious for its vague and nonspecific symptoms, which frequently go unnoticed or are misdiagnosed until the cancer has advanced. Greater investment in advancing early diagnosis and treatment for pancreatic cancer is crucial to offering hope to patients and their families.
By sponsoring The Cities Race Against Pancreatic Cancer, the IMF is helping raise resources for cutting-edge research and improving the knowledge of the disease. According to ACANPAN, less than 2 percent of official grants in Spain are allocated to pancreatic cancer research.
RebuildingEducationinEarthquake-StrickenHatay
On February 6, 2023, two heavy earthquakes hit southeast Türkiye, destroying 210 schools and severely damaging 175 others. Hatay province was one of the most heavily affected areas. The destruction disrupted the education of thousands of children, many of whom have struggled to resumetheirstudiesamidstlimitedresources.
In response to this critical need, IMF partnered with the Ahbap Association to support the Light Steel School Project, focused on constructing safe and durable educational facilities to ensure children can return to school. IMF’s support is helping create key resources within these new schools, including a library and a music room, providing students with access to enriching and inspiring spaces to learn, explore, and grow. These facilities aim to restore a sense of normalcy forchildrenaffectedbythedisasterandensuretheyhavethetoolstobuildabrighterfuture.
IMIFoundationwelcomesEdwardScott-Hansen
The International Materials Foundation is delighted to welcome Edward Scott-Hansen to the board of directors. Edward joined IMI in 2023 and is a Senior Chartering ManagerinDelrayBeach’soffice.
TheIMFBoardofDirectorsconsistsof10members,including the President, who serve 3-year terms. The board has full legal authority and responsibility for the foundation's managementandinvestmentofitsassets.
FourCommittees,OneGoal
The Board of Directors oversees the "what" and "why" of the IMI Foundation, while Committees handle the "how" and "when" of specific tasks and initiatives. The IMF operates through four key committees: Treasury, Grants, Global OutreachandEmployeeOutreach.Together,theydriveIMF’s missiontomakeameaningfulglobalimpact.
KickingUpOurBootsforaCause
SharingGratitudeon ThanksgivingWeek
On Nov. 27, 2024, the IMF supported the Milagro Center by providing a nourishing feastfortheirJr.TeenLeadershipandTeen LeadershipProgramstudents.
The IMI Foundation was proud to support the Milagro Center’s Annual Harvest Hoedown in Delray Beach by sponsoring a table for 10 The fall event on Sept 28, 2024, brought the community together with plenty of dancing, a fun-filled silent auctionandaraffle alltobenefitMilagroCenter’s mission of ensuring the social and academic success of underserved children and youth throughCulturalArts.
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, the Milagro Center provides vital afterschool programs, summer camps, and ARTreach initiatives to underserved and academically at-risk children andteensingradesK-12acrosssouthPalmBeach County,Florida.
We are honored to be part of this meaningful cause and can’t wait to lace up our boots again nextyear!
The Jr. Teen Leadership program offers after-school and summer camp activities focused on academics, tutoring, cultural arts, mentoring, and enrichment to help youthsuccessfullytransitiontohighschool andthrive
The Teen Leadership Program provides a safe space for over 50 economically challenged high school teens, offering homework help, tutoring, and arts enrichment after school and during the summer.
We’re grateful to play a small part in the Milagro’s Center meaningful work. It’s through moments like these that we are remindedofthepowerofcomingtogether tomakeadifference.
SpreadingHolidayCheer
Recognizing that every child deserves to feel the joy of Christmas, The Salvation Army Angel Tree program provides new clothing and toys to more than onemillion children in need each year Once a child is accepted as an Angel, donors shop for their Christmas wish list by picking a tag off the Angel Tree. The tags have the children’s name, age, and gift requests. Each AngelTagrepresentsarealchildinthecommunitywith uniqueneeds.In2024,theChristmastreeinthelobbyof IMI's Delray Beach office featured Angel Tags from two charities: The Salvation Army and Adopt-A-Family of PalmBeaches.
Participating IMI employees purchased the requested gifts, and The Salvation Army took care of the rest. The generosity of the donors allowed us to make a meaningful contribution to South Florida’s kids during theholidays
WhyItMatters
