Goodwill Manasota and Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida are partnering for the Little Black Dress: Salute the Runway luncheon and fashion show on Thursday, July 13 from 11:30am–1:00pm. The event, which takes place at the Hyatt Regency, will feature area women veterans wearing little black dresses selected at area Goodwill retail stores. Since spring, Goodwill and the Girl Scouts have teamed up for the Inspiring Patriotism, a community project with the goal of honoring veterans, inspiring patriotism and embracing freedom. Girl Scout Cadettes and Seniors, grades 6 through 10, have participated in a variety of activities to earn the "Finding Common Ground" Legacy Badge. As part of the effort, Girl Scouts have been paired with women veterans through the Goodwill Manasota Veterans Task Force. Through this mentorship, each girl has had the opportunity to learn first-hand the sacrifices that the veterans have made and how they have become leaders in the community. Guests are invited to wear their own little black dresses. Tickets are $75 and proceeds from the event will benefit Goodwill’s Veterans Services Program and the Girl Scouts.

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