MIRAMAR BEACH, Fla. – The 4th Annual Charity Car Show was held in Grand Boulevard on October 10 and raised more than $22,000 for Sacred Heart Hospital on the Emerald Coast. More than 100 Porsches, Lamborghinis, Ferraris and other exotic and classic cars were exhibited during the event. The Destin Car Club and Grand Boulevard at Sandestin were the "Presenting Sponsors" for this year's event.

"Gold Sponsors" included Porsche of Destin and AllPro Imports. "Silver Sponsors" included Porsche Club of America and Porsche Club of America North Florida Region. Additional support was provided by Smith Motorworks.

Local artists also joined together to host a weeklong art show called “Art for the Heart” in The Gallery in Grand Boulevard at Sandestin®. The weeklong art event culminated with a silent auction during the Charity Car Show, featuring Porsche-themed artwork. A portion of the proceeds benefited Sacred Heart. In addition, Johnny Rocket’s of Grand Boulevard served up home-style hotdogs during the day and donated all proceeds to Sacred Heart Foundation.

About Sacred Heart
Named one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals® by Thomson Reuters in 2008, Sacred Heart Hospital on the Emerald Coast provides high quality, compassionate care to all. The hospital offers a wide range of medical and surgical services, including 24-hour emergency care, an intensive care unit, a dedicated joint replacement program, cardiac diagnostics, cancer care, rehabilitation services, laboratory and radiology services, and comprehensive women’s services with the Family Birth Place and the Olson Women’s Diagnostic Center. For more information, visit www.sacredheartemerald.org.

About Grand Boulevard
Grand Boulevard is the new shop, work, play and stay Town Center located in Beaches of South Walton along Northwest Florida’s Gulf Coast. Based on the prominent mixed-use architectural model, Grand Boulevard offers a dynamic lifestyle experience with convenient access to a multitude of exclusive shopping and dining options, entertainment, professional services, corporate offices and lodging. For more information, please call (850) 654-5929 or visit www.grandboulevard.com.

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