LAKEWOOD RANCH, Fla. (May 10, 2022) – Neal Communities, Southwest Florida’s premier homebuilder based in Lakewood Ranch, recently delivered a $10,000 donation to support several community programs through the Laurel Civic Agency.

“We are thrilled to have received such a generous donation from Neal Communities,” said Executive Director Peter Casamento. “This funding will help us provide training to individuals within Sarasota County who want to become gainfully employed or want to be better employees. We also will use the funds to assist with our teen summer program and after-school homework program for youth.”

Part of the funding will be used to support Laurel Civic Agency’s Job Empowerment Program, which is designed to help those struggling with employment to succeed. Through free workshops, participants learn critical workplace life skills, including how to conduct an effective job search, create a resume, interview effectively, handle stress, set goals and manage finances. Participants also learn how to develop behavior, life management and interpersonal skills to enhance their confidence and become more productive members of their communities.

The program continues after a participant has gained employment. Empowerment coaches regularly consult with participants to assess their progress and help guide them to overcome challenges.

Funding also will support Laurel Civic Agency’s Teen Empowerment Program, which is a summer camp dedicated to teaching the importance of becoming lifelong learners, leaders, community role models, productive workers and self-sufficient citizens. In addition, funding will be used to support an after-school homework program that pairs staff and volunteers with students needing assistance with their math, reading and science projects.

“We want to be part of the communities in which we build and help them to succeed,” said Pat Neal, founder and chairman of Neal Communities. “Organizations like the Laurel Civic Agency are doing impactful work as well as supporting our youth. They are helping individuals and families improve their quality of life, and we’re proud to be able to support this program.”

This is one of several local charities that has received a donation from Neal Communities in recent years. Since its founding in 1970, Neal Communities, Southwest Florida’s largest locally owned private builder, has given more than $7 million to local charities.

About Neal Communities
Neal Communities, based in Lakewood Ranch, Florida, is Southwest Florida’s largest and most established locally owned and operated private builder. During the company’s 50-year history, it has built over 18,000 new homes in more than 90 acclaimed communities from Tampa to Naples. The company consistently ranks among the nation’s top 100 home builders and has earned numerous awards including the prestigious Builder of the Year from Professional Builder in 2015 and America’s Best Builder in 2012 from BUILDER Magazine. With a core belief that “Where You Live Matters,” Neal Communities has given more than $7 million to local charities throughout Southwest Florida and is committed to the communities where they live, work and build. Company sales in fiscal year 2019 were $410 million.

Additional Neal Communities brands include Neal Signature Homes, Charlene Neal PureStyle, Waterscapes Pools & Spas, Neal Communities Funding and Allegiant Title Professionals. For more information, please visit www.NealCommunities.com.

About Laurel Civic Agency

Since 1969, the Laurel Civic Agency, Inc. has focused efforts on bringing services to the Laurel Community of Sarasota County. While their initial actions focused on infrastructure, such as water, lights and affordable housing, 50 years later, the agency focuses on innovative programming for children and adults to help them overcome challenges and recognize opportunities for the future. Laurel Civic has grown to serve all of Sarasota County, with an emphasis on South County. For more information, visit www.laurelcivic.org.