Big Heart Brigade of the Treasure Coast

The Big Heart Brigade of the Treasure Coast

is a 501 (c) (3) organization serving those in need in Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties. In 1992, a few local businessmen and residents who wanted to make a difference in the community came together and founded this very diverse and unique group. Over the years, police and fire professionals, community leaders, and other citizens who are dedicated to a “hands on” service spirit have since joined the organization--as board members and volunteers. The Big Heart Brigade of the Treasure Coast is a 100% volunteer organization and has no paid administrators or board members. Every dollar that is raised goes directly back into the community, thereby maximizing the impact of every dollar.

About Us

Sometimes the evidence is obvious. Other times it’s as subtle as a secret shame. But in each community, you can find signs of hurt, hardship and human suffering. Yet in these same communities, you can find the helping hands and big hearts needed to ease that suffering.

Projects

Serving Thanksgiving Day meals, awarding community service-based scholarships, providing armored vests to firefighters sent to Iraq, assisting Hurricane-stricken communities in Mississippi, supporting local churches and other non-profits…

History

Launched in 1992, the Big Heart Brigade reincorporated in 2008 so that it could focus exclusively on the Treasure Coast, a growing region with unique needs.

Supporters

Over the years, foundations, local businesses, families and individuals have helped the Big Heart Brigade of the Treasure Coast fulfill its mission of helping those community members most in need.