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John Knox Village Foundation Receives Best Older Adult Philanthropic Support Organization Award

The John Knox Village Foundation was awarded the prestigious “Best Older Adult Philanthropic Support Organization 2022” by the Acquisition International publication team.

“The John Knox Village of Florida Foundation is honored to be recognized with this international award,” Mark Dobosz says, Executive Director of the John Knox Village Foundation. “It is a tribute to our donors and leadership for their commitment to enhance the health, well-being and lifestyle of the JKV Village residents. In essence, it constantly strives to make a difference. The foundation is fulfilling this goal via a plethora of means, with a primary focus upon funding and supporting programs, services and spaces that impact eight areas of wellness – physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, environmental, philanthropy and occupational.” 

“Acquisition International are delighted and honored to formally announce the results of the NonProfit Organization Awards. Through our merit-driven initiative, AI [has] looked to recognize and reward those who work tirelessly within their given dedicated sector and cause. Our 2022 victors have demonstrated an award-worthy commitment to positive change, as well as striving to make a pragmatic and effective impact for those in need of their support. The Acquisition International team are committed to recognizing these organizations who work tirelessly for the well-being of others.”

John Knox Village of Florida, Inc. (JKV) in Pompano Beach is a not-for-profit, internationally award-winning Life Plan Retirement Community of choice for those seeking an upscale, enriched lifestyle that provides long-term medical care for residents. For over 50 years, JKV has allowed seniors to plan for their future health care needs while enjoying award-winning amenities, life-long learning programs and a full range of services that promote wellness of mind, body and spirit. Through an unwavering commitment to excellence and guiding principles, the team brings the unique John Knox Village experience to life every day for 1,000 residents.

JKV’s 1,000 residents receive unlimited use of healthcare services on campus, with 24/7 wellness nurses. It has three health care residences with assisted, skilled nursing and memory support—The Woodlands, Seaside Cove and Gardens West. The Woodlands at JKV is Florida’s first GREEN HOUSE® Project, the most comprehensive effort to reinvent the nursing home recognized by the Governor’s Gold Seal for “Skilled Nursing Center in Broward and Miami-Dade Counties.”

Due to The Woodlands and JKV’s “best practices” during the height of the pandemic, JKV was selected to be the first senior community to receive the COVID-19 vaccine in Florida on Dec. 16, 2020.

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