The 9th Annual Champions for ACT Breakfast at St. Petersburg Pier on April 21 was an inspired success. Arts Conservatory for Teens (ACT) CEO and Co-founder Alex Harris PhD and his wife Emily welcomed 240 guests attending. Deputy Mayor Stephanie Owens extended her welcome, speaking for herself and for City of St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch.
Deputy Mayor Owens emphasized the importance of the work ACT continues to do in the community. She also recognized the shared goal of cultivating a community in which a creative workforce can be successful and where creators can stay local to work and live, sustaining the rich, cultural heritage of this community. The goal to raise $50,000 on event day was exceeded. At this writing, funds of $140,000 were raised to support ACT and its mission.