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In a strong show of commitment to environmental preservation and community well-being, The Everglades Foundation, Coral Gables Trust, and real estate leader Judy Zeder of The Jills Zeder Group at Coldwell Banker joined forces recently at the Biscayne Bay Yacht Club in Coconut Grove for an exclusive cocktail reception.
The event, themed “Everglades to Bay: How Everglades Restoration is Saving Miami’s Water,” celebrated Everglades Day and honored the legacy of Marjory Stoneman Douglas, whose advocacy transformed public perception of the Everglades and continues to inspire conservation efforts.
The evening brought together 75 of Miami’s top conservation advocates and business leaders in an intimate setting at one of the oldest yacht clubs in the country. Eric Eikenberg, CEO of The Everglades Foundation, led a conversation focused on the vital role of the Everglades. He explained how the Everglades replenishes the Biscayne Aquifer, Miami’s source of drinking water.
“Restoring the Everglades is not only an environmental imperative, it’s a lifeline for Miami’s future,” Eikenberg said. “By protecting this unique ecosystem, we are taking critical steps to ensure that our water remains clean, abundant, and resilient amid rapid urban growth and climate challenges.”
Guests enjoyed a relaxed cocktail reception that doubled as both a celebration of the region’s natural heritage and a call to action for ongoing conservation efforts. Judy Zeder, one of the country’s most successful Realtors and an advocate for Everglades restoration, stressed the importance of working together to preserve these vital ecosystems.
“It is our duty to protect the natural assets that sustain our environment and our communities,” Zeder said.
“Our involvement in this event reinforces our commitment to the communities we serve and the environment that sustains them,” said Donald A. Kress, CEO and president of Coral Gables Trust. “By supporting conservation efforts like these, we can help create a lasting impact for future generations.”
Throughout the evening, the discussion highlighted how the Everglades serves as a natural reservoir that filters pollutants and combats harmful saltwater intrusion into freshwater sources. The conversation underscored the urgent need for restoration efforts that protect Miami’s water supply, a message that resonated deeply given the region’s rapid development and environmental challenges.
The Everglades Foundation continues to lead restoration efforts through scientific research, advocacy, and education, ensuring that the Everglades will be protected for the benefit of our environment and economy for future generations. With a legacy of impactful work, the foundation remains at the forefront of efforts to restore and protect America’s Everglades.
For more information on The Everglades Foundation and to learn about their ongoing efforts to restore and protect this vital landscape, visit www.evergladesfoundation.org.
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