ConnectsGiving at Connect St. Pete: Holiday Potluck + Community Gathering

A Collect St. Pete holiday initiative with all-day donation drops and a community potluck.

Join us for ConnectsGiving, a Connect St. Pete holiday tradition bringing our community together for food, generosity, and connection. This is part of our Collect St. Pete holiday initiative — a full day of giving back, sharing a meal, and spending time with local leaders and neighbors.

FREE DAY PASS WITH ANY DONATION! (All Day)

Bring any one of the following donations to support local organizations:

– Toy for WestCare Gulf Coast

– Teddy bear for Teddy Hugs of Hope

– Pet food for Daystar Life Center

Any donation qualifies for a free day pass to Connect St. Pete. Passes are redeemable anytime within the next 3 months. (We also accept donations before December 5 — just ask if you’d like a pass.)

Event Details:

December 5th, 2025
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
@ Connect St. Pete
1211 1st Ave N, Suite 210
St. Petersburg, FL 33705

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Event Details:

Every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month
1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
@ Connect St. Pete
1211 1st Ave N, Suite 210
St. Petersburg, FL 33705
Membership: $15/month or $150/year
Included Free With: Hot Desk and Dedicated Desk Memberships

CONNECTSGIVING POTLUCK (12–1 PM)

Bring a dish. Bring a friend. Bring some holiday warmth.

Join us for a relaxed, community-driven potluck lunch featuring:

- Homemade dishes
- Light kitchen access for reheating/prep
- Great conversation and connection
- An open invitation for members and guests
- This is a perfect midday break to enjoy food and fellowship.

Registration is optional, but helpful for planning.

SUN LEADERS GATHERING (1–2:30 PM)

Stay after lunch for our Sun Leaders community session — a time to talk, think, connect, and support one another.

This is an open, welcoming session for anyone participating in ConnectsGiving.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND

- Members of Connect St. Pete
- Local professionals and entrepreneurs
- Sun Leaders participants
- Neighbors who want to give back during the holidays
- Anyone who enjoys community-building, good food, and shared purpose