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Davidson Cares Clay Day: Enriching Lives in Northeast Florida

November 2, 2022

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Davidson Cares is proud to support Northeast Florida organizations that are committed to enriching the lives of families and children. Thanks to generous sponsors, volunteers, and participants, Davidson Cares Clay Day 2022 raised more than $101,000 for five organizations to continue their incredible work for our First Coast community 

 

“Davidson Cares Clay Day 2022 was truly remarkable and the most successful in our seven years of hosting this event. Our team spots sold out very quickly. We had forty-eight sporting clay teams and seven beginner skeet shooting teams. Overall, we had 185 participants and fifteen volunteers who helped make the day so special and together with our sponsors ensured we were able to make an impact in our community through Investing in Kids!, Builders Cares, St. Augustine Youth Services, Hope is Restored, and Port in the Storm,” shares Davidson Realty President, Sherry Davidson. 

 

Congratulations to this year’s winners which included: Hoodz Team (1st Place – North Course), Vallencourt Construction (2nd Place – North Course), Bird Dog (3rd Place – North Course), The Hutson Companies (1st Place – South Course), Steve Merrill Team (2nd Place – South Course), and Thomas May Construction (3rd Place – South Course). Marshal Banks and Julie Sowell, both from the Hoodz Team, were the High Overall Male and Female shooters on the North Course, respectively. On the South Course, Joe Lentz from the Hutson Companies team was the High Overall Male shooter, and Brooke Hutson also from the second Hutson Companies team was the High Overall Female shooter. Additionally, Dianne Roberts with Magnum Painting Services, Inc. won the Cooler and Cocktail raffle and Doug Wenzel won the shotgun raffle. 

 

Davidson Cares Clay Day has raised more than $378,000 over the last seven years for organizations dedicated to supporting and uplifting Northeast Florida residents. This year Davidson Cares donated $40,000 to Builders Cares, $20,000 to Port in the Storm, $20,000 to Hope is Restored, $10,000 to St. Augustine Youth Services, and three scholarships, totaling $11,250, to Investing in Kids! Take Stock in Children program. The three scholarships were given in the name of Vallencourt Construction, Providence Homes, and Riverside Homes. 

 

These organizations are truly changing lives in our community. Davidson Cares Clay Day is proud to have raised more than $101,000 for these worthy causes, and Davidson Cares is grateful for the continued support from their network of partners and friends who have helped make an impact when our community needs it the most! If you are interested in donating to these organizations, please visit www.davidsoncares.com.

 

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Northeast Florida Real Estate Market Update

October 18, 2022

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Posted by in News, Northeast Florida Market Trends

“When I stand before God at the end of my life, I would hope that I would not have a single bit of talent left, and could say, ‘I used everything you gave me’.” Erma Bombeck

 

I had to share one of my favorite quotes.

 

The Northeast Florida Association of Realtors (NEFAR) market stats for September 2022 show home prices declining slightly, closed sales and pending sales declining, days on the market, and active inventory increasing.

 

The median sales price for all property types for NEFAR is $347,995 which is down 2% from $355,000 in August. For single-family homes by county compared to the previous month:

 

Duval – $335,000 down 1.5%

 

Clay – $335,990 down 2.9%

 

St. Johns – $561,495 up 1.2%

 

Putnam – $210,725 down 10.3%

 

Nassau – $408,990 up 0.2%

 

Mark Rosener, NEFAR President said, “I anticipate that the median price will continue to fluctuate month to month in the 3-5% range in either direction for the balance of the year.”

 

Closed sales of 2,032 is down 23.2% from 2,647 closings in August. Pending sales of 2,100 are down 17.1% from 2,533 sales in August. Mark said “Closed and pending unit sales suffered from Hurricane Ian’s impact when the powerful storm interrupted services during the last week of the month, a time when many properties close and/or go under contract. Many of the properties scheduled to close in that last week should shift to close in the first half of October.” The insurance companies will not write policies when a storm is near, and some properties must be reinspected before they will insure.

 

The active inventory increased from 6,015 in August to 6,789 in September, a 12.9% increase. The months supply of inventory increased from 2.3 months of supply to 3.3 months, a 47% increase.

 

In summary, the prices have declined slightly, the closings and sales have decreased, and inventory has increased. Home buyers are more cautious and rising mortgage rates have impacted their purchasing power. The buyers have more homes to choose from and more negotiation room. The sellers have lost a little edge, but the prices are still much higher than they were one or two years ago.

 

It is a great time to buy or sell. Please let us know if we can assist you in any way.

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Partners with Purpose: Riverside Homes Supports Davidson Cares Clay Day

October 12, 2022

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Posted by in Community Involvement, Events, News

Seven years ago, Davidson Realty President, Sherry Davidson began to organize a clay shoot to raise money for local organizations. “As the event was taking shape, I knew I needed sponsors. My first call was to Chris Wood, co-owner of Riverside Homes,” shares Davidson. “Chris immediately agreed to the largest sponsorship and Riverside Homes has continued that same support every year.”

 

“Riverside Homes is proud to sponsor Davidson Cares Clay Day. We love partnering with organizations in Northeast Florida that have a heart for giving,” shares Matt Roberts, co-owner of Riverside Homes. “The relationship between Riverside Homes and Davidson Realty is built on mutual admiration. From business to philanthropy, we are united by a common desire to serve the community.”

 

Riverside Homes is a locally-owned and award-winning home builder in Jacksonville, Florida with decades of combined new home building experience including the 2019 Southern Living Idea House in Amelia Island, FL. Riverside Homes builds in amazing neighborhoods and provides designs that fit the way today’s families live. Every component of a Riverside Home is carefully crafted to ensure quality and value. Riverside Homes is currently building in Fernandina Beach, Fleming Island, Ponte Vedra, St. Augustine, St. Johns, and Wildlight.

 

Our Davidson Realty team loves to work with Riverside Homes. “We are overjoyed when we get to help customers purchase a home from a builder we know will deliver an outstanding home. Working with a local builder that is involved in the community and treats everyone with respect gives our agents and customers peace of mind,” continues Davidson. “In fact, Erik Wilson of Riverside Homes is a member of the Davidson Cares Board and brings his insight and extremely caring spirit to the board of directors.”

 

Over the past seven years, Davidson Cares Clay Day has raised more than $330,000 to support charities in need because of generous sponsors like Riverside Homes. To learn more about Riverside Homes, visit their website at www.myriversidehome.com or call 904-530-4720.

 

Davidson Cares Clay Day

The 7th Annual Davidson Cares Clay Day will be held on October 20, 2022, at Jacksonville Clay Target Sports. Davidson Cares Clay Day includes two-sport shooting events, beginner skeet and sporting clay. Individuals and teams from beginner to expert levels participate.

 

In association with the event, there is a raffle contest. Prizes include a 65-quart YETI cooler with 13 full-size liquors and a 12-Gauge Beretta A400 XCEL Sporting shotgun.

 

Money raised from the event and raffles will go directly to Builders Care, St. Augustine Youth Services (SAYS), Investing in Kids (INK!), Port in the Storm Homeless Youth Center, and Hope is Restored.

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Helping Hand: iVenture Supports Davidson Cares Clay Day

September 23, 2022

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Posted by in Community Involvement, Events, News

From the inception of Davidson Cares Clay Day, countless people have come together with the common desire to give back to the Northeast Florida community. Many of those who support the event are friends of the Davidson Companies. iVenture is just one of those business relationships that have continuously joined the efforts to support Davidson Cares. 

 

iVenture has been a long-time sponsor for Clay Day. This year, Davidson Cares is proud to have iVenture sponsor at the highest level as a title sponsor. 

 

“iVenture is happy to have an opportunity to give back to the Davidson family in an extraordinarily meaningful way. Supporting Clay Day brings a tremendous sense of pride to our organization,” shares Gray Mabry, Chief Executive Office of iVenture. “Our teams look forward to the comradery and contribution to something greater. iVenture is very much a behind-the-desk business, so having the chance to spend time with our team and friends participating in a fun activity for a great cause is incredibly exciting.”

 

“For more than fifteen years, iVenture has been providing IT support for the Davidson Companies. They are an amazing organization and we are comforted knowing they always respond quickly and professionally. They patiently took the time to learn about our business and adapted over the years as our business needs have changed,” shares Sherry Davidson, President of Davidson Realty. “The relationship between the Davidson Companies and iVenture is built on mutual respect. We are proud to have their support.”

 

Since 2006, Davidson Cares Clay Day has raised more than $330,000 to support local charities in need thanks to generous sponsors like iVenture. To learn more about iVenture, visit their website at www.iventuresolutions.com. 

 

Davidson Cares Clay Day

 

The 7th Annual Davidson Cares Clay Day will be held on October 20, 2022, at Jacksonville Clay Target Sports. Davidson Cares Clay Day includes two-sport shooting events, beginner skeet and sporting clay. Individuals and teams from beginner to expert levels participate.  

 

In association with the event, there is a raffle contest. Prizes include a 65-quart YETI cooler with 13 full-size liquors and a 12-Gauge Beretta A400 XCEL Sporting shotgun. 

 

Money raised from the event and raffles will go directly to Builders Care, St. Augustine Youth Services (SAYS), Investing in Kids (INK!), Port in the Storm Homeless Youth Center, and Hope is Restored.

 

Please help us support these organizations that are so important to our community by visiting DavidsonCares.com.

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Enriching the First Coast: Davidson Cares Clay Day Supports Five Local Organizations

September 21, 2022

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Posted by in Community Involvement, Events, News

As the 7th annual Davidson Cares Clay Day draws near, anticipation is growing to raise money to support five Northeast Florida organizations that enrich the lives of children and families. “The Davidson Cares team and many supporters look forward to Clay Day all year! Even after seven years, the enthusiastic support from our participants for the youth-based organizations the event will benefit remains inspiring. We look forward to another successful event,” shares Davidson Realty President, Sherry Davidson. The funds raised at Clay Day will be distributed to five local organizations in Northeast Florida: St. Augustine Youth Services, Investing in Kids!, Builders Care, Port in the Storm Homeless Youth Center, and Hope Restored. 

 

St. Augustine Youth Services

St. Augustine Youth Services (SAYS) is a non-profit organization that has been serving children in its residential programs for boys since 1989. Over the past thirty years, SAYS has provided treatment to thousands of children who have suffered abuse or neglect in St. Johns, Flagler, Volusia, and Putnam counties. “Our relationship with SAYS started when my daughter visited the campus and met a six-year-old boy who told her how safe he felt at the group home. It broke our hearts. We then learned that this boy would age out of the program at eighteen and, although they may still be in high school, are not prepared to live independently,” shares Davidson. “The funds raised by Davidson Cares will help build a permanent large pavilion where these young boys can gather for birthdays, cookouts, graduations, and other celebrations.” 

 

 

Investing in Kids! 

Investing in Kids! (INK!) helps fund efforts to directly benefit both educators and students in the St. Johns County School District. Established in 1994, INK! is devoted to fostering success for students and teachers through funding, initiatives, and inspiration. “Davidson Cares has always supported local schools, but after seeing the impact of the Five Learning Years (FLY) and Take Stock in Children programs, I joined the INK! Board of Directors,” shares Davidson.  Take Stock in Children is a statewide program that gives low-income, at-risk students the opportunity to escape the cycle of poverty by offering students college scholarships and mentoring. This year, Davidson Cares has donated three scholarships for youth in the Take Stock in Children program.  “The graduation rate for students in the Take Stock in Children program is nearly 100% and many are thriving in college. So many lives have been changed by these two programs,” continues Davidson.  

 

 

Builders Care

Builders Care is a faith-based nonprofit organization dedicated to providing quality, affordable to no-cost construction services to those in need of critical home repairs. “When I was asked to join the Builders Care Board of Directors, which is the charitable arm of the Northeast Florida Builders Association, I was inspired by what this organization has accomplished for Jacksonville’s most needy families,” shares Davidson.  Since 2001, Builders Care has served more than six hundred families to total more than $6.5 million worth of construction work for those who otherwise couldn’t afford it. For many, Builders Care is the last hope to maintain quality of life in their home. “Builders donate material, time, and money to ensure people can remain in their homes with dignity. Davidson Cares is proud to support this incredible organization,” continues Davidson. 

 

 

Port in the Storm Homeless Youth Center

Port in the Storm Homeless Youth Center is a “port in the storm of life” for youth in St. Johns County who have fallen through the cracks. Port in the Storm is a safe place for youth to seek refuge as homeless or unaccompanied youth in crisis. Through the Positive Youth Development programming, caring adults provide stability, hope, and a path to a successful future. Port in the Storm currently provides 16 beds for youth needing a place to stay as well as drop-in resources on topics including life skills, job skills, and housing assistance. “Davidson Cares is excited to be contributing to the renovation of the shower area at the Port in the Storm facility which can be used by those staying overnight or hanging out during the day,” shares Davidson. 

 

 

Hope is Restored

Hope is Restored is committed to raising awareness, educating, rescuing, and restoring victims of modern-day slavery: human trafficking. Hope is Restored was established to deliver a message, and bring hope and restoration to those seeking freedom. “The reality of human trafficking in Northeast Florida is rattling, especially how easily young adults are being coerced. Davidson Cares will be supporting education in our schools and to other local organizations to spread awareness and help prevent this awful situation from happening,” shares Davidson. 

 

It is evident that these five organizations make an incredible impact on the First Coast community. Davidson Cares is proud to support their efforts and encourage the entire Northeast Florida community to join in their efforts by buying a raffle ticket or making a donation online, every dollar makes a difference. 

 

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